Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Sep 5, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
24m
Distance
17.9 mi
29 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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Leeds, ME
Ollie Craig
Lewiston to Leeds is 17.9 miles and takes about 24m via Route 202, with a fuel budget near $3 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Northeast region, specifically in Maine. It's a straightforward drive that's perfect for a quick hop between towns. Given its brevity, it’s an easy addition to a larger itinerary or a standalone excursion if you're exploring the area. Plan for minimal travel time and a low fuel cost.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Route 202 | 6.6 mi | 7m |
| State Route 106 | 6.2 mi | 10m |
| Main Street | 4.4 mi | 5m |
| US Route 202 | 0.7 mi | <1m |
| Sabattus Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Church Hill Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Lewiston, ME and Leeds, ME.
Start on this road
Turn sharp left onto ME 126
Turn right onto US 202
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
Turn left onto ME 106
Turn left onto Church Hill Road
Arrive at destination
4 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 17.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn sharp left onto ME 126 / Sabattus Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Turn right onto US 202 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto ME 106 / State Route 106
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto Church Hill Road
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$2.98 one way
$5.96 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.70 | $3.31 | $6.62 |
| premium | $5.07 | $3.57 | $7.14 |
| diesel | $5.60 | $3.95 | $7.89 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-08-31.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.4 | 0 | $1.88 | $0.86 |
| Efficient EV | 4.5 | 0 | $1.57 | $0.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.2 | 0 | $2.51 | $1.15 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Lewiston on Saturday
Local time
6:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Areas Of Fog
Destination
Morning in Leeds on Saturday
Local time
6:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Areas Of Fog
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.
This route is mostly highway, with 75% of the drive on faster roads. You'll experience a longest stretch of 6.6 miles on Route 202 before transitioning to surface roads. Expect a more rural feel as you get closer to Leeds, with less frequent exits compared to major interstates. The change from highway to local streets will be noticeable as you approach your destination.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Route 202 and State Route 106. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near ME 126 / Sabattus Street.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 24m drive. You will face about 4 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 126 / Sabattus Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; near the start (US 202 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 11.7 miles (ME 106 / State Route 106): Navigation decision point.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
346 ft
Total Descent
261 ft
Highest Point
365 ft
~16.6 mi in
Elevation Range
147 ft
Lewiston-Auburn is a city in Androscoggin County, in the central Maine region of Maine. The Androscoggin River divides the city into two separate municipalities: the east bank is Lewiston, with a population of about 39,000 (2016), and the west bank is Auburn, with about 23,000 people (2016). They are known locally as the "Twin Cities" or "L–A".
Top landmarks
Founded 1801
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 24m. Total distance: 17.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Straightforward navigation.
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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