Origin
Monmouth, ME
Late night in Monmouth on Sunday
Local time
12:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Monmouth, ME to West Scarborough, ME
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 12m
Distance
56.8 mi
91 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 7m
★
6 AM
1h 13m
8 AM
1h 24m
10 AM
1h 17m
12 PM
1h 16m
3 PM
1h 17m
5 PM
1h 24m
8 PM
1h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Monmouth, ME
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West Scarborough, ME
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Trip Overview
This 56.8-mile drive from Monmouth, Maine, to West Scarborough, Maine, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 12 minutes. It's a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion, so you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations. The route primarily utilizes the Maine Turnpike, along with sections of Route 202 and Main Street, making it a highway-focused experience. With an estimated fuel cost of $9, this drive is quite budget-friendly. You'll be traveling within the Northeast region of the US, staying within the state of Maine for the entire journey.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Maine Turnpike | 31.6 mi | 35m |
| Route 202 | 6.6 mi | 7m |
| Main Street | 5.1 mi | 6m |
| Washington Street | 4.1 mi | 5m |
| Route 1 | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| US Route 202 | 1.6 mi | 1m |
| Haigis Parkway | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Norris Hill Road | 1.3 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Maine Turnpike
— 31.6 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Monmouth, ME and West Scarborough, ME.
1
Start on this road
30 ft
·
7 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left
50 ft
·
10 sec
3
Turn left onto ME 132
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Main Street
4
Turn left onto Blue Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Blue Road
5
Turn left onto Norris Hill Road
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Norris Hill Road
6
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
US Route 202
7
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Route 202
8
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
0.6 mi
·
42 sec
·
US Route 202
9
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
3.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Route 202
10
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
4.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Main Street
11
Continue on US 202; ME 11; ME 100
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
·
Court Street
12
Turn left onto US 202; ME 4; ME 11; ME 100
0.7 mi
·
59 sec
·
Minot Avenue
13
Turn slight left onto US 202; ME 4; ME 100
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Washington Street
14
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
16
Merge onto I 95
7.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Maine Turnpike
17
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95
24 mi
·
27 min
·
Maine Turnpike
18
Take the exit
0.9 mi
·
2 min
Exit 42
Toward Scarborough
19
Continue on Haigis Parkway
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Haigis Parkway
Use the left / straight lanes.
20
Turn right onto US 1; ME 9
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Route 1
Use the straight / right lanes.
21
Turn left onto ME 9
192 ft
·
5 sec
·
Pine Point Road
Use the left lane.
22
Turn right
203 ft
·
14 sec
23
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.4 miles from Monmouth, 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 125 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 56.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
ME 132 / Main Street
Turn left onto ME 132 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
20.7 mi into trip
|
~28m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
52.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m in
Take the exit toward Scarborough
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 42
Toward Scarborough
6
56.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
|
ME 9 / Pine Point Road
Turn left onto ME 9 / Pine Point Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.14 one way
$18.29 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $10.06 | $20.12 |
| premium | $4.86 | $10.88 | $21.75 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.54 | $25.08 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.89
Maine Turnpike
(31.6 mi)
$1.89
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Tolls
$2
Total
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.9 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 | $5.96 | $2.73 |
| Efficient EV | 14.2 | 0 | $4.97 | $2.27 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.7 | 0 | $7.95 | $3.64 |
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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
West Scarborough, ME
Late night in West Scarborough on Sunday
Local time
12:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
50°F
Auburn, ME
28 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
14 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
1h 12m 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 drive for roughly 75% of this journey. The bulk of your travel will be on the Maine Turnpike, offering a consistent pace. You'll encounter one significant stretch of 31.6 miles on this highway without needing to navigate complex intersections. As you get closer to West Scarborough, the route transitions to include Route 202 and Main Street, which will likely feel more like local roads compared to the high-speed turnpike.
75% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 31.6 mi on Maine Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Maine Turnpike and Route 202. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 56.8 miles you will encounter 12 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: Navigation decision point; near the start (ME 132 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 20.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
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 Monmouth, ME to West Scarborough, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Scarborough along the way.
Scarborough
52.8 mi in
|
~1h 4m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 12m. Total distance: 56.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 31.6 miles on Maine Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.89 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 4 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 West Scarborough, 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: Navigation decision point; near the start (ME 132 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 20.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
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 West Scarborough, 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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