Origin
Lewiston, ME
Late night in Lewiston on Sunday
Local time
12:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Lewiston, ME to Alfred, ME
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 11m
Distance
60.8 mi
98 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 6m
★
6 AM
1h 12m
8 AM
1h 23m
10 AM
1h 16m
12 PM
1h 15m
3 PM
1h 16m
5 PM
1h 22m
8 PM
1h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lewiston, ME
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Alfred, ME
Yaroslav Shuraev
Trip Overview
Traveling from Lewiston to Alfred covers 60.8 miles of Maine landscape, typically taking about 1 hour and 11 minutes to complete. This trip is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as the distance is short enough that you won't need an overnight stay. You can expect to spend roughly $10 on fuel for the journey, making it a very affordable transit between these two Northeast locations. By utilizing a combination of the Maine Turnpike, Washington Street, and Alfred Road, you move efficiently through the region. It is a straightforward commute that prioritizes speed over sightseeing, ideal for those looking to reach their destination without unnecessary delays.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Maine Turnpike | 42.4 mi | 46m |
| Alfred Road | 8.2 mi | 9m |
| Washington Street | 4.1 mi | 5m |
| Biddeford Road | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| Alfred Street | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| Minot Avenue | 0.7 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Court Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Maine Turnpike
— 42.4 mi, about 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lewiston, ME and Alfred, ME.
1
Start on this road
70 ft
·
10 sec
·
this road
2
Turn sharp left onto ME 126
123 ft
·
4 sec
·
Sabattus Street
3
Turn left onto US 202
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
Main Street
4
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
·
Court Street
5
Turn left onto US 202; ME 4; ME 11; ME 100
0.7 mi
·
59 sec
·
Minot Avenue
6
Turn slight left onto US 202; ME 4; ME 100
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Washington Street
7
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
9
Merge onto I 95
7.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Maine Turnpike
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95
35 mi
·
38 min
·
Maine Turnpike
11
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 32
Toward ME 111: Biddeford
12
Turn right onto ME 111
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Alfred Street
13
Continue on ME 111
8.2 mi
·
9 min
·
Alfred Road
14
Continue on ME 111
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Biddeford Road
15
Turn right onto Kennebunk Road
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Kennebunk Road
16
Turn slight left onto Saco Road
330 ft
·
20 sec
·
Saco Road
17
Turn left onto US 202; ME 4
246 ft
·
8 sec
·
Oak Street
18
Turn right
54 ft
·
4 sec
19
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.4 miles from Lewiston, 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 105 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 60.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
ME 126 / Sabattus Street
Turn sharp left onto ME 126 / Sabattus Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
4
5.9 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
14.1 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
I 95 / Maine Turnpike
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 / Maine Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
48.8 mi into trip
|
~56m in
Take the exit toward ME 111: Biddeford
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 32
Toward ME 111: Biddeford
5
60.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
|
US 202; ME 4 / Oak Street
Turn left onto US 202; ME 4 / Oak Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.79 one way
$19.58 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $10.77 | $21.54 |
| premium | $4.86 | $11.64 | $23.29 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.42 | $26.85 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.54
Maine Turnpike
(42.4 mi)
$2.54
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Tolls
$3
Total
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.2 | 0 | $6.38 | $2.92 |
| Efficient EV | 15.2 | 0 | $5.32 | $2.43 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.3 | 0 | $8.51 | $3.89 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (67% 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
Alfred, ME
Late night in Alfred on Sunday
Local time
12:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
35°F
Gray, ME
30 mi in
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
14 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 11m 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?
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 70% of your travel time will be spent on major roads. The most significant portion of your journey involves a 42.4-mile stretch along the Maine Turnpike, which offers a steady, uninterrupted pace. Once you exit the turnpike, the character of the drive shifts as you transition onto local roads like Washington Street and Alfred Road. This change moves you from high-speed interstate travel to a more localized driving environment. You will find that the route remains consistent and predictable throughout the 1 hour and 11 minutes behind the wheel.
70% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 42.4 mi on Maine Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Maine Turnpike and Alfred Road. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near ME 126 / Sabattus Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 60.8 miles you will encounter 10 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 (ME 126 / Sabattus Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 5.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 14.1 miles (I 95 / Maine Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 11m. Total distance: 60.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 11m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (70%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 42.4 miles on Maine Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $2.54 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.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Alfred, ME before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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: near the start (ME 126 / Sabattus Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 5.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 14.1 miles (I 95 / Maine Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Alfred, 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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