Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 23m
Distance
49.8 mi
80 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fryeburg, ME
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Scarborough, ME
David Roberts
If you are looking to head from the inland woods of Fryeburg to the coast in Scarborough, this 49.8-mile journey is an ideal day trip. You can expect to spend about 1 hour and 23 minutes behind the wheel as you navigate through the Northeast. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $8, this drive is as affordable as it is straightforward. Because the entire route covers less than 50 miles, there is no need to plan for an overnight stay. Whether you are commuting or just exploring Maine, this trip offers a direct connection between your starting point and the coast without the need for multiple stops.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pequawket Trail | 26.2 mi | 42m |
| Ossipee Trail West | 7.8 mi | 11m |
| Gorham Road | 5.4 mi | 11m |
| Portland Street | 4 mi | 6m |
| South Street | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| Black Point Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| State Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| County Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Fryeburg, ME and Scarborough, ME.
Start on US 302; ME 113
Turn sharp right onto ME 5; ME 113
Continue on ME 5; ME 113
At end of road, turn left onto ME 25
Enter roundabout onto ME 25
Continue on ME 25
Continue on ME 25
Turn right onto South Street
Enter roundabout onto ME 114
Continue on ME 114
Turn left onto ME 22
Turn right onto ME 114
Continue on ME 207
Turn left onto Highland Avenue
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
A short stop after about 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 24.9 miles from Fryeburg, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 42.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn sharp right onto ME 5; ME 113 / Portland Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Enter roundabout onto ME 25 / Ossipee Trail East
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Turn right onto South Street
Lane positioning matters here
Enter roundabout onto ME 114 / South Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Turn left onto ME 22 / County Road
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$8.02 one way
$16.03 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $8.82 | $17.64 |
| premium | $4.86 | $9.54 | $19.07 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.00 | $21.99 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.9 | 0 | $5.23 | $2.39 |
| Efficient EV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.36 | $1.99 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.9 | 0 | $6.97 | $3.19 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Fryeburg on Sunday
Local time
12:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Destination
Late night in Scarborough on Sunday
Local time
12:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged rather than lulled into a trance by interstate monotony. You will spend zero percent of your time on highways, relying instead on Pequawket Trail, Ossipee Trail West, and Gorham Road to reach your destination. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is 26.2 miles along the Pequawket Trail, which serves as the backbone of your journey. Because this is entirely a local road experience, you should stay alert for frequent turns and changing road conditions. It is a classic backroads drive that trades high-speed efficiency for a more hands-on, localized driving experience.
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 early in the drive near ME 5; ME 113 / Portland Street.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 23m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (ME 5; ME 113 / Portland Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 38.1 miles (ME 25 / Ossipee Trail East): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 39.3 miles (South Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
174 ft
Total Descent
574 ft
Highest Point
446 ft
~32 mi in
Elevation Range
417 ft
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 23m. Total distance: 49.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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