Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 17m
Distance
56.6 mi
91 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
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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Union, ME
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Lewiston to Union is 56.6 miles and takes about 1 hour 17 minutes via Maine Turnpike and Rockland Road, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Maine, transitioning from the Northeast region to another part of the Northeast. It's a relatively short drive, making it suitable for a single day. You'll encounter a mix of driving conditions, so it's not an all-highway journey. Consider this route if you're looking for a straightforward drive between two points in Maine without extensive planning.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Maine Turnpike | 21 mi | 22m |
| Rockland Road | 8.4 mi | 11m |
| Augusta Road | 5 mi | 7m |
| Augusta-Rockland Road | 4.1 mi | 6m |
| Togus Road | 3.7 mi | 6m |
| Heald Highway | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| Windsor Street | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Lewiston Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Lewiston, ME and Union, ME.
Start on this road
Turn sharp left onto ME 126
Turn left onto US 202
Turn left onto ME 196
Merge onto ME 196
Take the exit
Turn straight onto Alfred A Plourde Parkway
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 95
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95
Take the exit
Continue on this road
Enter roundabout onto ME 9; ME 126
Continue on ME 9; ME 126
Continue on Cobbossee Avenue
Continue on Lewiston Road
Continue on Central Street
Turn straight onto Water Street
Turn left onto US 201
At end of road, turn right onto ME 27; ME 126
Turn left onto ME 226
Continue on ME 226
At end of road, turn right onto ME 17
Continue on ME 17
Continue on ME 17
Continue on ME 17
Continue on ME 17; ME 32
Continue on ME 17; ME 32
Continue on ME 17
Continue on ME 17
Continue on ME 17
Turn right onto Common Road
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 28.3 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 34 — 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 onto I 95 / Maine Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
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
Enter roundabout onto ME 9; ME 126 / Lewiston Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
At end of road, turn right onto ME 17 / Augusta Road
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$9.11 one way
$18.22 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $10.03 | $20.05 |
| premium | $4.86 | $10.84 | $21.68 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.50 | $24.99 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.26
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Tolls
$1
Total
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17 | 0 | $5.94 | $2.72 |
| Efficient EV | 14.2 | 0 | $4.95 | $2.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.6 | 0 | $7.92 | $3.62 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Late night in Lewiston on Sunday
Local time
1:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers
Destination
Late night in Union on Sunday
Local time
1:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
56°F
Randolph, ME
28 mi in
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 drive offers a mixed experience, with 37% of the journey on highways. You'll find yourself on the Maine Turnpike for a significant stretch, including the longest uninterrupted segment of 21 miles. After that, the route transitions to more local roads like Rockland Road and Augusta Road, providing a change of pace from the faster highway sections. Expect the character of the drive to evolve as you progress, moving from highway speeds to potentially slower, more winding roads as you near your destination.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 16 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 56.6 miles you will encounter 16 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.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Lewiston, ME to Union, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Litchfield along the way.
Litchfield
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 17m. Total distance: 56.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (37%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
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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