Origin
Kittery Point, ME
Morning in Kittery Point on Tuesday
Local time
8:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kittery Point, ME to City of Portland, ME
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 29m
Distance
55.1 mi
89 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 23m
★
6 AM
1h 30m
8 AM
1h 44m
10 AM
1h 35m
12 PM
1h 33m
3 PM
1h 35m
5 PM
1h 43m
8 PM
1h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kittery Point, ME
David Kanigan
City of Portland, ME
Brett Sayles
Trip Overview
Kittery Point, ME to City of Portland, ME is 55.1 miles and takes about 1h 29m via Maine Turnpike, I 295, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Northeast region and the state of Maine, making it a straightforward hop. Expect mostly highway driving for this segment, which is ideal if you're looking for a quick and efficient transit. With only one recommended day, it's perfect for a leisurely pace or a quick connection between these two Maine locales.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Maine Turnpike | 41.4 mi | 44m |
| I 295 | 2.8 mi | 3m |
| Portland - Peaks Island | 2.5 mi | 20m |
| West Commercial Street | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Whipple Road | 1.1 mi | 3m |
| Seashore Avenue | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Pepperrell Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Rogers Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Maine Turnpike
— 41.4 mi, about 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kittery Point, ME and City of Portland, ME.
1
Start on ME 103
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Pepperrell Road
2
Continue on ME 103
1.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Whipple Road
3
Continue on ME 236
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Shapleigh Road
4
Continue on ME 236
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Rogers Road
5
Continue on Rogers Road
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Rogers Road
6
Turn slight right onto US 1
502 ft
·
17 sec
·
State Road
7
Continue on US 1
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Route 1
8
Take the ramp
0.6 mi
·
1 min
9
Merge onto I 95
41 mi
·
44 min
·
Maine Turnpike
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 295
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
I 295
Exit 44
Toward Downtown Portland
Use the slight right lane.
11
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 4
Toward Casco Bay Bridge, Portland, Waterfront
12
Turn straight onto Blue Star Memorial Highway
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
Blue Star Memorial Highway
13
Continue on Veterans Memorial Bridge
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
·
Veterans Memorial Bridge
14
Continue on US 1A
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
Fore River Parkway
15
Continue on US 1A
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
West Commercial Street
16
Turn right onto Maine State Pier
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
Maine State Pier
17
Turn slight right
187 ft
·
13 sec
18
Turn straight onto Portland - Peaks Island
2.5 mi
·
20 min
·
Portland - Peaks Island
19
Continue
213 ft
·
15 sec
20
Continue on Welch Street
0.2 mi
·
49 sec
·
Welch Street
21
Turn right onto Oakland Avenue
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
Oakland Avenue
22
Turn slight left onto Whitehead Street
351 ft
·
15 sec
·
Whitehead Street
23
Continue on Seashore Avenue
0.2 mi
·
46 sec
·
Seashore Avenue
24
Continue on Seashore Avenue
0.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Seashore Avenue
25
Arrive at destination
Seashore Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.5 miles from Kittery Point, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 55 decision points cluster between mile 3.7 and 54.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
3.7 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
I 95 / Maine Turnpike
Merge onto I 95 / Maine Turnpike
Merge point - match speed before joining
8
45.1 mi into trip
|
~54m in
|
I 295
Keep slight right at fork onto I 295 toward Downtown Portland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 44
Toward Downtown Portland
6
47.9 mi into trip
|
~58m in
Take the exit toward Casco Bay Bridge, Portland, Waterfront
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 4
Toward Casco Bay Bridge, Portland, Waterfront
3
51.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m in
|
Maine State Pier
Turn right onto Maine State Pier
Navigation decision point
5
54.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 26m in
|
Oakland Avenue
Turn right onto Oakland Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.87 one way
$17.74 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $9.76 | $19.52 |
| premium | $4.86 | $10.55 | $21.10 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.17 | $24.33 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.49
Maine Turnpike
(41.4 mi)
$2.49
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Tolls
$2
Total
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.5 | 0 | $5.79 | $2.64 |
| Efficient EV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.82 | $2.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22 | 0 | $7.71 | $3.53 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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.
Destination
City of Portland, ME
Morning in City of Portland on Tuesday
Local time
8:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
2 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 29m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly highway, with 81% of the 55.1 miles on high-speed roads like the Maine Turnpike and I 295. You'll encounter one continuous stretch of 41.4 miles on the Maine Turnpike before transitioning to other roads. The frequent exits on the highway sections mean you'll need to stay alert for merging traffic and upcoming turns as you approach your destination.
81% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 41.4 mi on Maine Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Maine Turnpike and I 295. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 3.7 miles in near I 95 / Maine Turnpike.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 29m 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 3.7 miles (I 95 / Maine Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 45.1 miles (I 295): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 47.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Kittery Point, ME and City of Portland, ME, road signs point toward Portland and Waterfront.
Portland
45.1 mi in
|
~54m
|
via I 295
Waterfront
47.9 mi in
|
~58m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 29m. Total distance: 55.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 41.4 miles on Maine Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $2.49 in tolls one way, starting with Maine Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
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 3.7 miles (I 95 / Maine Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 45.1 miles (I 295): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 47.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at City of Portland, ME before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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