Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jun 3, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 18m
Distance
65.4 mi
105 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
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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Springvale, ME
Muhammed Baltakıran
Lewiston to Springvale is 65.4 miles and takes about 1h 18m via Maine Turnpike, Alfred Road, and Washington Street, with a fuel budget near $10 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Maine, connecting two points in the Northeast region. It's a straightforward drive that won't eat up too much of your day. If you're looking for a short, manageable hop between towns, this route fits the bill.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Maine Turnpike | 42.4 mi | 46m |
| Alfred Road | 8.2 mi | 9m |
| Washington Street | 4.1 mi | 5m |
| Sanford Road | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Biddeford Road | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Alfred Street | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| Shaws Ridge Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Pleasant Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Lewiston, ME and Springvale, ME.
Start on this road
Turn sharp left onto ME 126
Turn left onto US 202
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
Turn left onto US 202; ME 4; ME 11; ME 100
Turn slight left onto US 202; ME 4; ME 100
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 95
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95
Take the exit
Turn right onto ME 111
Continue on ME 111
Continue on ME 111
Continue on US 202; ME 4A
Turn right onto ME 224
Continue on ME 224
Turn right onto Payne Street
Turn right
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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.
A short stop after about 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 32.7 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 49.5 — 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
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 / Maine Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Take the exit toward ME 111: Biddeford
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Turn right onto ME 111 / Alfred Street
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$11.56 one way
$23.12 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.92 | $12.66 | $25.33 |
| premium | $5.29 | $13.62 | $27.24 |
| diesel | $5.35 | $13.78 | $27.55 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.54
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$12
Tolls
$3
Total
$14
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.6 | 0 | $6.87 | $3.14 |
| Efficient EV | 16.4 | 0 | $5.72 | $2.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.2 | 0 | $9.16 | $4.19 |
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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Lewiston on Wednesday
Local time
5:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Light Rain Likely
Destination
Evening in Springvale on Wednesday
Local time
5:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
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.
About 65% of this drive is on highways, with a continuous stretch of 42.4 miles on the Maine Turnpike. You'll experience a more rural cruising feel for a significant portion of the trip. The highway portion will likely feel more open, while Alfred Road and Washington Street will bring you through more developed areas with closer exits.
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.
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 65.4 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.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
434 ft
Total Descent
292 ft
Highest Point
359 ft
~65.4 mi in
Elevation Range
329 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
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 18m. Total distance: 65.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (65%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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