Traveling from the inland town of Fryeburg to the coastal hub of Portland covers 57.9 miles of Maine’s beautiful Northeast landscape. You can easily complete this journey in approximately 1 hour and 39 minutes, making it a perfect one-day excursion that doesn't require an overnight stay. With a fuel budget of just $9, it is an economical choice for travelers looking to transition from the rural interior to the city. Since the entire trip takes place within the state of Maine, you will experience a smooth transition between these two distinct environments. Expect a straightforward, practical drive that serves as an efficient link between your starting point and the coast.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
29 miles from Fryeburg, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 36m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Roosevelt Trail
24.7 mi
35m
Bridgton Road
10.6 mi
15m
North High Street
7.6 mi
8m
Forest Avenue
4.4 mi
5m
Portland Road
4.3 mi
4m
Portland - Peaks Island
2.5 mi
20m
Main Street
1.1 mi
2m
Seashore Avenue
0.8 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
Roosevelt Trail
— 24.7 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fryeburg, ME and City of Portland, ME.
1
Start on US 302; ME 113
0.4 mi·1 min·Main Street
2
Continue on US 302
6.8 mi·7 min·Bridgton Road
3
Continue on US 302
7.6 mi·8 min·North High Street
4
Turn slight left onto US 302
0.7 mi·49 sec·Main Street
5
Turn right onto US 302
4.3 mi·4 min·Portland Road
6
Continue on US 302
20 mi·30 min·Roosevelt Trail
Use the straight lane.
7
Enter roundabout onto US 302
283 ft·9 sec·Roosevelt Trail
Toward US 302: Portland
8
Continue on US 302
4.2 mi·4 min·Roosevelt Trail
Toward US 302: Portland
9
Continue on US 302
3.8 mi·7 min·Bridgton Road
10
Continue on US 302
4.4 mi·5 min·Forest Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Turn left onto Marginal Way
0.5 mi·1 min·Marginal Way
12
Turn right onto US 1A
0.7 mi·1 min·Franklin Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Continue on Maine State Pier
0.1 mi·29 sec·Maine State Pier
Use the straight lane.
14
Turn slight right
187 ft·13 sec
15
Turn straight onto Portland - Peaks Island
2.5 mi·20 min·Portland - Peaks Island
16
Continue
213 ft·15 sec
17
Continue on Welch Street
0.2 mi·49 sec·Welch Street
18
Turn right onto Oakland Avenue
0.1 mi·26 sec·Oakland Avenue
19
Turn slight left onto Whitehead Street
351 ft·15 sec·Whitehead Street
20
Continue on Seashore Avenue
0.2 mi·46 sec·Seashore Avenue
21
Continue on Seashore Avenue
0.6 mi·2 min·Seashore Avenue
22
Arrive at destination
Seashore Avenue
Trip Plan
Since the 57.9-mile journey is relatively short, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule to leave at a time that suits your personal pace. While there are no official stops scheduled along this route, the lack of highway driving means you can easily pull over if you need to stretch your legs or grab a quick refreshment. Keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of these local roads can make the drive feel longer than the clock suggests, so plan for a relaxed pace rather than trying to rush. Given the $9 fuel estimate, filling up your tank before you leave Fryeburg is a smart way to ensure a stress-free trip. Prioritize checking your tire pressure before heading out, as the technical, winding sections of the Roosevelt Trail perform best with a well-maintained vehicle.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 29 miles from Fryeburg, ME, or about 36m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 24.7 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 13 miles or 15m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 29 miles or 36m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near City of Portland, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Fryeburg, ME so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Fryeburg, ME
This is one driving day of about 57.9 miles and 1h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 13 miles from Fryeburg, ME.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Roosevelt Trail for about 24.7 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 5
5 decision points cluster between mile 15.5 and 57 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
15.5 mi into trip|~18m in|US 302 / Portland Road
Turn right onto US 302 / Portland Road
Navigation decision point
5
40.4 mi into trip|~53m in|US 302 / Roosevelt Trail
Enter roundabout onto US 302 / Roosevelt Trail toward US 302: Portland
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Toward US 302: Portland
4
52.8 mi into trip|~1h 11m in|Marginal Way
Turn left onto Marginal Way
Navigation decision point
5
53.3 mi into trip|~1h 12m in|US 1A / Franklin Street
Turn right onto US 1A / Franklin Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
57 mi into trip|~1h 36m in|Oakland Avenue
Turn right onto Oakland Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.32 one way
$18.64 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg20 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$10.26
$20.51
premium
$4.86
$11.09
$22.18
diesel
$5.61
$12.78
$25.57
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
17.4
0
$6.08
$2.78
Efficient EV
14.5
0
$5.07
$2.32
EV Truck/SUV
23.2
0
$8.11
$3.71
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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 Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Fryeburg, ME
Late night
in Fryeburg on Sunday
Local time
12:30 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
City of Portland, ME
Late night
in City of Portland on Sunday
Local time
12:30 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
5 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 39m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate grind, as this route features zero highway miles. You will navigate primarily via the Roosevelt Trail, Bridgton Road, and North High Street to reach your destination. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is 24.7 miles along the Roosevelt Trail, which dictates the rhythm of your travel. Because the roads are technical and local in nature, you will need to stay alert behind the wheel as the environment shifts from quiet town streets to more populated areas. This winding path offers a hands-on driving experience that keeps you engaged with the landscape throughout the duration of the trip.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 24.7 mi on Roosevelt Trail.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 15.5 miles in near US 302 / Portland Road.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 39m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 15.5 miles (US 302 / Portland Road): Navigation decision point; at 40.4 miles (US 302 / Roosevelt Trail): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 52.8 miles (Marginal Way): Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
595 ft21 ft
Total Climb
317 ft
Total Descent
725 ft
Highest Point
595 ft
~12.4 mi in
Elevation Range
575 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 39m. Total distance: 57.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 24.7 miles on Roosevelt Trail. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
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: at 15.5 miles (US 302 / Portland Road): Navigation decision point; at 40.4 miles (US 302 / Roosevelt Trail): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 52.8 miles (Marginal Way): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at City of Portland, ME before heading back.
