Origin
Naples, ME
Late night in Naples on Sunday
Local time
3:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Naples, ME to Sanford, 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 23m
Distance
46.6 mi
75 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 17m
★
6 AM
1h 23m
8 AM
1h 36m
10 AM
1h 28m
12 PM
1h 26m
3 PM
1h 28m
5 PM
1h 35m
8 PM
1h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Naples, ME
Kelly
Sanford, ME
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Trip Overview
Naples, ME to Sanford, ME is 46.6 miles and takes about 1 hour 23 minutes via Sebago Road and Cape Road, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within Maine, taking you from the Northeast region to the Northeast region. Expect a local driving experience with frequent turns, making it a good option for a leisurely afternoon drive rather than a long haul. With no scheduled stops and a quick travel time, this route offers flexibility for spontaneous detours or a relaxed pace.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Sebago Road | 11.2 mi | 19m |
| Cape Road | 6.4 mi | 11m |
| Main Street | 5.3 mi | 9m |
| Sokokis Avenue | 5.3 mi | 9m |
| Waterboro Road | 3.9 mi | 6m |
| Townhouse Road | 3.8 mi | 6m |
| Sanford Road | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Sokokis Trail | 1.8 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Sebago Road
— 11.2 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Naples, ME and Sanford, ME.
1
Start on Kents Landing
176 ft
·
18 sec
·
Kents Landing
2
Turn left onto US 302
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
Roosevelt Trail
3
Turn right onto ME 11; ME 114
9.3 mi
·
16 min
·
Sebago Road
4
Turn right onto ME 11
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Baldwin Road
5
Continue on ME 11
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Sebago Road
6
At end of road, turn left onto ME 11; ME 107
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Bridgton Road
7
Turn left onto ME 11; ME 113
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Pequawket Trail
8
Turn right onto ME 11
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
Main Street
9
Continue on ME 11
5.3 mi
·
9 min
·
Sokokis Avenue
10
Turn left onto ME 117
6.4 mi
·
11 min
·
Cape Road
11
Turn right onto Waterboro Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Waterboro Road
12
Continue on Townhouse Road
3.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Townhouse Road
13
Turn left onto ME 5
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Sokokis Trail
14
Turn right onto US 202; ME 4
4.9 mi
·
8 min
·
Main Street
15
Continue on US 202; ME 4
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Waterboro Road
16
Continue on US 202; ME 4
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Oak Street
17
Keep slight right at fork onto US 202; ME 4A
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Sanford Road
18
Continue on US 202; ME 4A
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Cottage Street
19
Turn left onto River Street
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
River Street
20
Continue on Washington Street
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Washington Street
21
Turn left
89 ft
·
6 sec
22
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 23.3 miles from Naples, 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 135 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 42.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 302 / Roosevelt Trail
Turn left onto US 302 / Roosevelt Trail
Navigation decision point
4
12.3 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
ME 11; ME 107 / Bridgton Road
At end of road, turn left onto ME 11; ME 107 / Bridgton Road
Navigation decision point
4
15.6 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
ME 11 / Main Street
Turn right onto ME 11 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
21.2 mi into trip
|
~37m in
|
ME 117 / Cape Road
Turn left onto ME 117 / Cape Road
Navigation decision point
5
42.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
|
US 202; ME 4A / Sanford Road
Keep slight right at fork onto US 202; ME 4A / Sanford Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.50 one way
$15.00 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $8.25 | $16.51 |
| premium | $4.86 | $8.92 | $17.85 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.29 | $20.58 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14 | 0 | $4.89 | $2.24 |
| Efficient EV | 11.7 | 0 | $4.08 | $1.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.6 | 0 | $6.52 | $2.98 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Sanford, ME
Late night in Sanford on Sunday
Local time
3:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
16 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 23m 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 is a turn-heavy local drive with no highway sections, meaning you'll be navigating primarily surface streets and rural roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 11.2 miles along Sebago Road. As you progress, the route will likely feel like a series of connected town centers and residential areas, rather than a consistent type of road. Be prepared for frequent adjustments in direction and speed as you follow the local network.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 11.2 mi on Sebago Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 302 / Roosevelt Trail.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 46.6 miles you will encounter 13 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 (US 302 / Roosevelt Trail): Navigation decision point; at 12.3 miles (ME 11; ME 107 / Bridgton Road): Navigation decision point; at 15.6 miles (ME 11 / Main Street): Navigation decision point.
About the Cities
Arriving in Sanford, ME
Full guide →Sanford is a small town is southern Maine. It includes the village of Springvale.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 23m. Total distance: 46.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 11.2 miles on Sebago Road. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 (US 302 / Roosevelt Trail): Navigation decision point; at 12.3 miles (ME 11; ME 107 / Bridgton Road): Navigation decision point; at 15.6 miles (ME 11 / Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Sanford, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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