Origin
Lisbon, ME
Morning in Lisbon on Sunday
Local time
8:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lisbon, ME to South Portland Gardens, ME
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
50m
Distance
41.5 mi
67 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 46m
★
6 AM
0h 50m
8 AM
0h 58m
10 AM
0h 53m
12 PM
0h 52m
3 PM
0h 53m
5 PM
0h 58m
8 PM
0h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lisbon, ME
Bob Jenkin
South Portland Gardens, ME
Brett Sayles
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a straightforward commute or a quick getaway within Maine, this 41.5-mile journey from Lisbon to South Portland Gardens is an efficient choice. Expect to spend about 50 minutes behind the wheel, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. With a fuel budget of approximately $7, the drive is quite economical for those traveling within the Northeast region. You will primarily utilize the Maine Turnpike, Lisbon Street, and Western Avenue to reach your destination. Because the trip is short and direct, there is no need to worry about overnight lodging or splitting the drive into multiple days. It is a practical, no-fuss route that gets you from point A to point B with minimal stress.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Maine Turnpike | 33.2 mi | 36m |
| Lisbon Street | 4.9 mi | 5m |
| Western Avenue | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Skyway Drive | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Alfred A Plourde Parkway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Pleasant Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Devereaux Circle | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Johnson Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Maine Turnpike
— 33.2 mi, about 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lisbon, ME and South Portland Gardens, 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
20 mi
·
22 min
·
Maine Turnpike
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
Exit 46
Toward Jetport
Use the slight right lane.
10
Turn right onto Skyway Drive
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Skyway Drive
Use the right lane.
11
Turn right onto ME 9
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
Johnson Road
Use the right lane.
12
Continue on ME 9
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Western Avenue
13
Turn left onto ME 9
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
·
Western Avenue
14
Turn left onto Westbrook Street
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Westbrook Street
15
Turn left onto Devereaux Circle
0.2 mi
·
50 sec
·
Devereaux Circle
16
Arrive at destination
Devereaux Circle
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 41.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.8 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 105 decision points cluster between mile 5.1 and 39.7 — 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
4
18.4 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
I 95 / Maine Turnpike
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 / Maine Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
7
38.9 mi into trip
|
~43m in
Take the exit toward Jetport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 46
Toward Jetport
6
39.3 mi into trip
|
~44m in
|
Skyway Drive
Turn right onto Skyway Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
39.7 mi into trip
|
~46m in
|
ME 9 / Johnson Road
Turn right onto ME 9 / Johnson Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.68 one way
$13.36 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $7.35 | $14.70 |
| premium | $4.86 | $7.95 | $15.89 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.16 | $18.33 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.99
Maine Turnpike
(33.2 mi)
$1.99
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: 14.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.36 | $1.99 |
| Efficient EV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.63 | $1.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.6 | 0 | $5.81 | $2.66 |
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
South Portland Gardens, ME
Morning in South Portland Gardens on Sunday
Local time
8:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
35°F
Gray, ME
21 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
18 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
50m 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?
This trip is heavily highway-focused, with 81% of your travel taking place on high-speed roads. You will settle into a steady rhythm on the Maine Turnpike, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of the journey at 33.2 miles. While the route transitions from local thoroughfares like Lisbon Street to the faster pace of the Turnpike, the overall experience is consistent and efficient. Don't expect many technical curves or winding backroads; instead, prepare for a functional transit experience. It is a functional drive designed to prioritize speed and directness over scenic detours or complex navigation.
81% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 33.2 mi on Maine Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Maine Turnpike and Lisbon Street. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 5.1 miles in near Alfred A Plourde Parkway.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 41.5 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: at 5.1 miles (Alfred A Plourde Parkway): Navigation decision point; at 18.4 miles (I 95 / Maine Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 38.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
323 ft
34 ft
Total Climb
268 ft
Total Descent
392 ft
Highest Point
323 ft
~23.7 mi in
Elevation Range
289 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Lisbon, ME to South Portland Gardens, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Jetport along the way.
Jetport
38.9 mi in
|
~43m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 50m. Total distance: 41.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 33.2 miles on Maine Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.99 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 South Portland Gardens, 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 18.4 miles (I 95 / Maine Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 38.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at South Portland Gardens, 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 USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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