Origin
Lisbon, ME
Late night in Lisbon on Sunday
Local time
12:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lisbon, ME to Gorham, ME
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
53m
Distance
44.1 mi
71 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 49m
★
6 AM
0h 53m
8 AM
1h 2m
10 AM
0h 57m
12 PM
0h 56m
3 PM
0h 57m
5 PM
1h 2m
8 PM
0h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lisbon, ME
Bob Jenkin
Gorham, ME
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 44.1-mile drive from Lisbon to Gorham, Maine, is easily managed in about 53 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. With 71% of the journey on highways, you'll find yourself on the Maine Turnpike for a significant portion, including a 30.9-mile stretch. The estimated fuel cost is a modest $7, reflecting the short distance. This route stays within the Northeast region, primarily within Maine. It's a practical option for a quick journey without needing an overnight stop, offering a direct path between these two points.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Maine Turnpike | 30.9 mi | 33m |
| Lisbon Street | 4.9 mi | 5m |
| Main Street | 3.7 mi | 6m |
| Westbrook Arterial | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Larrabee Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| William B Clarke Drive | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Conant Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Alfred A Plourde Parkway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Maine Turnpike
— 30.9 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lisbon, ME and Gorham, ME.
1
Start on Village Street
41 ft
·
4 sec
·
Village Street
2
Turn left onto ME 196
4.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Lisbon Street
3
Turn slight right onto Pleasant Street
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Pleasant Street
4
Turn left onto Alfred A Plourde Parkway
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Alfred A Plourde Parkway
5
Continue on Alfred A Plourde Parkway
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
Alfred A Plourde Parkway
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
7
Merge onto I 95
13 mi
·
13 min
·
Maine Turnpike
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95
18 mi
·
20 min
·
Maine Turnpike
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 48
Toward ME 25, US 302
Use the slight right lane.
10
Continue on Larrabee Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Larrabee Road
Use the straight lane.
11
Turn right onto Westbrook Arterial
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Westbrook Arterial
12
Continue on William B Clarke Drive
0.5 mi
·
39 sec
·
William B Clarke Drive
Use the straight lane.
13
Turn right onto Spring Street
324 ft
·
13 sec
·
Spring Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Turn left onto ME 25 Business
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
·
Main Street
Use the left lane.
15
Turn right onto ME 25
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
William B Clarke Drive
16
Continue on ME 25
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Conant Street
17
Continue on Main Street
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Main Street
Use the straight lane.
18
Continue on US 202; ME 4
491 ft
·
9 sec
·
State Street
19
Turn right
124 ft
·
9 sec
20
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22 miles from Lisbon, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 5.1 and 44.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
5.1 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
Alfred A Plourde Parkway
Turn left onto Alfred A Plourde Parkway
Navigation decision point
8
36.6 mi into trip
|
~41m in
Take the exit toward ME 25, US 302
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 48
Toward ME 25, US 302
6
39.4 mi into trip
|
~45m in
|
Spring Street
Turn right onto Spring Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
39.5 mi into trip
|
~45m in
|
ME 25 Business / Main Street
Turn left onto ME 25 Business / Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
44.1 mi into trip
|
~53m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.10 one way
$14.20 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $7.81 | $15.62 |
| premium | $4.86 | $8.44 | $16.89 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.74 | $19.47 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.85
Maine Turnpike
(30.9 mi)
$1.85
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Tolls
$2
Total
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.2 | 0 | $4.63 | $2.12 |
| Efficient EV | 11 | 0 | $3.86 | $1.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.6 | 0 | $6.17 | $2.82 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Gorham, ME
Late night in Gorham on Sunday
Local time
12:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
35°F
Gray, ME
22 mi in
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
13 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
53m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience on this trip, with over 70% of your drive taking place on major roads like the Maine Turnpike. The longest uninterrupted segment is 30.9 miles on the Turnpike, suggesting a period of consistent, faster travel. While much of the route prioritizes efficiency, you'll also navigate through local streets like Lisbon Street and Main Street as you enter and exit your destinations. This mix provides a sense of progress on the highway followed by a transition to more town-centric driving.
71% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 30.9 mi on Maine Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Maine Turnpike and Lisbon Street. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.1 miles in near Alfred A Plourde Parkway.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 11 decision points packed into just 44.1 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 53m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 5.1 miles (Alfred A Plourde Parkway): Navigation decision point; at 36.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 39.4 miles (Spring Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 53m. Total distance: 44.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (71%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 30.9 miles on Maine Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.85 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 Gorham, 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: at 5.1 miles (Alfred A Plourde Parkway): Navigation decision point; at 36.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 39.4 miles (Spring Street): Lane positioning matters here.
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 Gorham, ME before heading back.
How this page is built
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 NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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