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Trip Overview
Lewiston to Lincolnville is 75.1 miles and takes about 1h 46m via Maine Turnpike and Rockland Road, with a fuel budget near $12 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Northeast region, specifically in Maine for its entire duration. With most of the route on surface roads, expect a more scenic and potentially slower pace compared to a full highway drive. It's a straightforward, single-day excursion that offers a manageable distance for a relaxed travel day.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
37.5 miles from Lewiston, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 50m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Maine Turnpike
21 mi
22m
Rockland Road
8.4 mi
11m
Heald Highway
6.9 mi
9m
Augusta Road
5 mi
7m
Augusta-Rockland Road
4.1 mi
6m
Togus Road
3.7 mi
6m
Rockland Street
3.1 mi
4m
West Street
2.7 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
Maine Turnpike
— 21 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lewiston, ME and Lincolnville, 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
6.9 mi·9 min·Heald Highway
32
Continue on ME 17
1.9 mi·3 min·Main Street
33
Continue on ME 17
3.1 mi·4 min·Rockland Street
34
Turn left onto ME 90
2.7 mi·4 min·West Street
35
Turn left onto US 1
1.0 mi·1 min·Commercial Street
36
Continue on US 1
0.9 mi·2 min·Elm Street
37
Continue on US 1
0.2 mi·22 sec·Main Street
38
Continue on US 1
0.9 mi·2 min·High Street
39
Continue on US 1
2.3 mi·2 min·Belfast Road
40
Continue on US 1
2.4 mi·2 min·Atlantic Highway
41
Turn left onto Beach Road
7 ft·0 sec·Beach Road
42
Arrive at destination
Beach Road
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of under two hours, this is a perfect same-day trip. You can afford to leave mid-morning and still arrive with plenty of daylight. There are no designated stops in the data, so plan your own breaks based on need. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the estimated cost is only $12, meaning you might want to top off before heading out to ensure you don't have to search for a station on less common roads. The longest stretch on the turnpike is 21 miles, so be prepared for that highway segment before settling into surface road cruising.
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 37.5 miles from Lewiston, ME, or about 50m 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 17 miles or 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.5 miles or 50m 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 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lincolnville, 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 75.1 miles and 1h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 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
$12.09 one way
$24.18 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg26 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$13.30
$26.60
premium
$4.86
$14.38
$28.76
diesel
$5.61
$16.58
$33.16
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
$12
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
22.5
0
$7.89
$3.60
Efficient EV
18.8
0
$6.57
$3.00
EV Truck/SUV
30
0
$10.51
$4.81
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 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 20, 2026
Origin
Lewiston, ME
Late night
in Lewiston on Tuesday
Local time
5:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Lincolnville, ME
Late night
in Lincolnville on Tuesday
Local time
5:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
15 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 46m 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.
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is mostly surface roads, with only 28% of it on highways like the Maine Turnpike. You'll experience about 21 miles on the Maine Turnpike before transitioning to surface roads like Rockland Road and Heald Highway. Expect more frequent intersections and lower speed limits once you leave the turnpike, offering a more local driving experience.
Only 28% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
42 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
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. 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 75.1 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 Lincolnville, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Litchfield along the way.
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".
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 46m. Total distance: 75.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads 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.
Yes — we found about 2 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Lincolnville, 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 Lincolnville, ME before heading back.
