This 202.4-mile journey from East Millinocket, Maine, to West Scarborough, Maine, is designed for a single day of travel, taking approximately 3 hours and 8 minutes. You'll navigate primarily on local roads, including Maple Street and Old Main Street, with a segment on State Route 11, as this route has no highway travel. The estimated fuel cost for this drive is around $32, and with only one recommended stop, it's a relatively straightforward trip. This drive offers a direct connection between two points within the Northeast region, making it a convenient option for getting from point A to point B.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
100.6 miles from East Millinocket, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 50m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 95
140.9 mi
2h 29m
I 295
50.5 mi
58m
Route 1
4.2 mi
8m
Medway Road
2.2 mi
4m
Scarborough Connector
2.1 mi
2m
Old Main Street
0.5 mi
1m
State Route 11
0.3 mi
<1m
Maple Street
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 140.9 mi, about 2h 29m
Traffic on I-295
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 39 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~2,557 veh/hr typical
· worst 3,064
Quietest
2 AM
~87 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
29.4×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Millinocket, ME and West Scarborough, ME.
1
Start on Church Street
213 ft·11 sec·Church Street
2
Turn right onto Maple Street
0.2 mi·42 sec·Maple Street
3
Turn left onto ME 11; ME 157
0.2 mi·35 sec·Old Main Street
4
Continue on ME 11; ME 157
0.3 mi·34 sec·State Route 11
5
Continue on ME 11; ME 157
0.3 mi·28 sec·Old Main Street
6
Continue on ME 11; ME 157
2.2 mi·4 min·Medway Road
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·31 sec
8
Merge onto I 95
141 mi·2 hr 29 min·I 95
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 295
51 mi·58 min·I 295
Exit 103Toward I 295 South, ME 9, ME 126: Gardiner, BrunswickUse the straight lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto Scarborough Connector
2.1 mi·2 min·Scarborough Connector
Exit 2Toward Scarborough, Old Orchard
11
Turn straight onto US 1; ME 9
4.2 mi·8 min·Route 1
Use the straight lane.
12
Turn left onto ME 9
192 ft·5 sec·Pine Point Road
Use the left lane.
13
Turn right
203 ft·14 sec
14
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour duration and 202.4-mile length, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion. You can easily complete it without needing an overnight stay. Consider leaving early in the morning to enjoy the drive with less traffic. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost of about $32, planning is minimal. A specific tip for this route: pay close attention to signage on Maple Street and Old Main Street as you depart East Millinocket, as these local roads can be winding and require precise navigation.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 100.6 miles from East Millinocket, ME, or about 1h 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 140.9 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 44 miles or 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 100.6 miles or 1h 50m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near West Scarborough, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving East Millinocket, ME so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from East Millinocket, ME
This is one driving day of about 201.2 miles and 3h 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 44 miles from East Millinocket, ME.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 95 for about 140.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 8
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 201.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|Maple Street
Turn right onto Maple Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip|~0m in|ME 11; ME 157 / Old Main Street
Turn left onto ME 11; ME 157 / Old Main Street
Navigation decision point
9
144.2 mi into trip|~2h 36m in|I 295
Keep slight right at fork onto I 295 toward I 295 South, ME 9, ME 126: Gardiner, Brunswick
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Exit 103
Toward I 295 South, ME 9, ME 126: Gardiner, Bru...
7
194.7 mi into trip|~3h 35m in|Scarborough Connector
Keep slight right at fork onto Scarborough Connector toward Scarborough, Old Orchard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 2
Toward Scarborough, Old Orchard
6
201.1 mi into trip|~3h 47m in|ME 9 / Pine Point Road
Turn left onto ME 9 / Pine Point Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$31.57 one way
$63.15 round trip
$3.99/gal25.4 MPG avg70 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.48
$35.46
$70.91
premium
$4.81
$38.12
$76.23
diesel
$4.80
$37.99
$75.98
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$32
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 70.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
EV Charging Along Route
29 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: excellent
Augusta, ME - Civic Center Drive - Tesla Supercharger
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
60.4
0
$21.13
$9.66
Efficient EV
50.3
0
$17.61
$8.05
EV Truck/SUV
80.5
1
$28.17
$12.88
Gas CO2
70 kg
EV CO2
24 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Jul 19, 2026
Origin
East Millinocket, ME
Late night
in East Millinocket on Sunday
Local time
4:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Light Rain
SW 9 to 15 mph86% chanceLive forecast
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 18 at 1:56PM EDT until July 19 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Caribou ME
Destination
West Scarborough, ME
Late night
in West Scarborough on Sunday
Local time
4:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Areas Of Smoke
SW 5 to 10 mph61% chanceLive forecast
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 18 at 1:56PM EDT until July 19 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Caribou ME
84°F
Richmond, ME
101 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
4 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 47m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Frances Perkins National Monument
National Monument
Known as the first woman to hold a presidential cabinet position and the “Woman behind the New Deal,” Frances Perkins championed many labor rights that Americans enjoy today, including safety standard...
17 mi from route
~42 min detour
Free
near mile 152.6
Spread across a wild landscape offering spectacular views of Katahdin, Katahdin Woods and Waters invites discovery of its rivers, streams, woods, flora, fauna, geology, and the night skies that have a...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for this entire trip, as the highway share is 0%. This means you'll be engaging with the road constantly, rather than settling into a high-speed cruise. The longest uninterrupted stretch isn't specified, but the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile suggests frequent changes in direction and potentially varying speed limits. You'll be driving through communities and varied terrain, so keep your attention focused on the road ahead and your navigation.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 140.9 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and I 295. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Maple Street.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 201.2 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Maple Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (ME 11; ME 157 / Old Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 144.2 miles (I 295): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
367 ft29 ft
Total Climb
241 ft
Total Descent
544 ft
Highest Point
367 ft
Elevation Range
338 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from East Millinocket, ME to West Scarborough, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Brunswick along the way.
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 47m. Total distance: 201.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 140.9 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 9 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
Mostly yes along the main roads, but rural stretches through ME can have sparse or no coverage. Before you leave, download offline Google Maps or Apple Maps for the route, and consider downloading music or podcasts instead of streaming. If you depend on data for navigation, keep a paper backup of the turn-by-turn directions.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Maple Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (ME 11; ME 157 / Old Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 144.2 miles (I 295): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Frances Perkins National Monument and Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.6 hours — manageable with a long break at West Scarborough, ME, but most travelers stay overnight.
