Lewiston to Hope is 66.1 miles and takes about 1h 38m via Maine Turnpike and Rockland Road, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Maine, connecting two points in the Northeast region. The drive offers a mixed experience, primarily utilizing major roads for efficient travel. With a short duration and reasonable fuel cost, this route is ideal for a single-day excursion, allowing for spontaneous detours or a relaxed pace.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
33.1 miles from Lewiston, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 43m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Maine Turnpike
21 mi
22m
Rockland Road
8.4 mi
11m
Heald Highway
6.5 mi
9m
Augusta Road
5 mi
7m
Hatchet Mountain Road
4.8 mi
11m
Augusta-Rockland Road
4.1 mi
6m
Togus Road
3.7 mi
6m
Buzzell Hill Road
2.2 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
Maine Turnpike
— 21 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lewiston, ME and Hope, 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
0.2 mi·35 sec·Main Street
4
Turn left onto ME 196
0.8 mi·1 min·Canal Street
5
Merge onto ME 196
1.5 mi·1 min·Lisbon Street
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi·34 sec
7
Turn straight onto Alfred A Plourde Parkway
0.2 mi·18 sec·Alfred A Plourde Parkway
8
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·35 sec
9
Merge onto I 95
19 mi·20 min·Maine Turnpike
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95
1.8 mi·1 min·Maine Turnpike
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi·26 sec
Exit 102Toward ME 9, ME 126: Gardiner, Litchfield
12
Continue on this road
382 ft·9 sec·this road
Exit 102Toward ME 9, ME 126: Gardiner, Litchfield
13
Enter roundabout onto ME 9; ME 126
241 ft·4 sec·Lewiston Road
14
Continue on ME 9; ME 126
1.4 mi·2 min·Lewiston Road
15
Continue on Cobbossee Avenue
0.7 mi·59 sec·Cobbossee Avenue
16
Continue on Lewiston Road
0.1 mi·10 sec·Lewiston Road
17
Continue on Central Street
0.2 mi·15 sec·Central Street
18
Turn straight onto Water Street
0.9 mi·1 min·Water Street
19
Turn left onto US 201
0.5 mi·49 sec·Bridge Street
20
At end of road, turn right onto ME 27; ME 126
0.2 mi·33 sec·Water Street
21
Turn left onto ME 226
1.7 mi·3 min·Windsor Street
22
Continue on ME 226
3.7 mi·6 min·Togus Road
23
At end of road, turn right onto ME 17
0.6 mi·52 sec·Augusta Road
24
Continue on ME 17
1.1 mi·1 min·Eastern Avenue
25
Continue on ME 17
0.9 mi·1 min·Augusta Road
26
Continue on ME 17
4.1 mi·6 min·Augusta-Rockland Road
27
Continue on ME 17; ME 32
1.3 mi·1 min·Rockland Road
28
Continue on ME 17; ME 32
4.9 mi·6 min·Rockland Road
29
Continue on ME 17
3.5 mi·4 min·Augusta Road
30
Continue on ME 17
2.2 mi·3 min·Rockland Road
31
Continue on ME 17
6.5 mi·9 min·Heald Highway
32
Turn left onto ME 235
2.2 mi·5 min·Buzzell Hill Road
33
Turn right onto ME 235
4.8 mi·11 min·Hatchet Mountain Road
34
Turn left onto ME 105
174 ft·4 sec·Camden Road
35
Arrive at destination
ME 105
Trip Plan
For this 1h 38m drive, leaving in the morning is recommended to maximize daylight and potential stops. Since it's a relatively short trip, you won't need to plan extensive breaks, but keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the $11 estimated cost suggests minimal stops are anticipated. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 21 miles on the Maine Turnpike, so you can plan for a longer period of consistent driving there before needing to adjust your pace on the subsequent roads.
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 33.1 miles from Lewiston, ME, or about 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 21 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 15 miles or 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 33.1 miles or 43m 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 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hope, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lewiston, ME so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Lewiston, ME
This is one driving day of about 66.1 miles and 1h 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Lewiston, ME.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Maine Turnpike for about 21 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 18
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 34 — 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
22.5 mi into trip|~26m in|I 95 / Maine Turnpike
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 / Maine Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
6
24.2 mi into trip|~27m in
Take the exit toward ME 9, ME 126: Gardiner, Litchfield
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 102
Toward ME 9, ME 126: Gardiner, Litchfield
5
24.5 mi into trip|~28m in|ME 9; ME 126 / Lewiston Road
Enter roundabout onto ME 9; ME 126 / Lewiston Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
34 mi into trip|~44m in|ME 17 / Augusta Road
At end of road, turn right onto ME 17 / Augusta Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.64 one way
$21.28 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg23 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$11.71
$23.42
premium
$4.86
$12.66
$25.32
diesel
$5.61
$14.59
$29.19
Estimated Tolls: $1.26
Maine Turnpike
(21 mi)$1.26
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
19.8
0
$6.94
$3.17
Efficient EV
16.5
0
$5.78
$2.64
EV Truck/SUV
26.4
0
$9.25
$4.23
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 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 16, 2026
Origin
Lewiston, ME
Night
in Lewiston on Saturday
Local time
10:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers
SE 5 mph23% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Hope, ME
Night
in Hope on Saturday
Local time
10:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
50°F
Chelsea, ME
33 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
7 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 38m 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 43.3
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive presents a mixed experience, with 32% of the route on highways. You'll encounter a 21-mile stretch on the Maine Turnpike, offering a chance for consistent speed. As you transition to Rockland Road and Heald Highway, expect the character to shift towards more local driving. This blend means you'll experience both efficient highway travel and more varied road conditions as you approach your destination.
32% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
35 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 21 mi on Maine Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 18 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 Effort6/10
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 66.1 miles you will encounter 18 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 22.5 miles (I 95 / Maine Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 24.2 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.
On the drive from Lewiston, ME to Hope, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Litchfield along the way.
Litchfield
24.2 mi in|~27m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 38m. Total distance: 66.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 38m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (32%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 21 miles on Maine Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.26 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 Hope, 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 22.5 miles (I 95 / Maine Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 24.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Frances Perkins National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Hope, ME before heading back.
