Connecting Old Town to Augusta, this 87.1-mile journey is a straightforward transit through central Maine. You can easily complete the trip in about 1 hour and 43 minutes, making it an ideal day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. With a fuel budget of approximately $14, it is a cost-effective route for travelers moving between these two Northeast hubs. Since the drive is heavily focused on highway transit, you can expect a predictable and efficient experience. It serves as a practical link for anyone looking to navigate the state quickly without unnecessary detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
43.6 miles from Old Town, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 53m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 95
80.3 mi
1h 28m
Stillwater Avenue
2.7 mi
7m
Civic Center Drive
1.2 mi
1m
Mount Vernon Avenue
1.1 mi
1m
State Street
0.7 mi
1m
Center Street
0.7 mi
1m
Main Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Memorial Circle
<0.1 mi
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Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 80.3 mi, about 1h 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Old Town, ME and Augusta, ME.
1
Start on US 2
240 ft·13 sec·Main Street
2
Turn left onto US 2A
0.7 mi·1 min·Center Street
3
Continue on US 2A
2.7 mi·7 min·Stillwater Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·23 sec
5
Merge onto I 95
80 mi·1 hr 28 min·I 95
6
Take the exit
0.1 mi·20 sec
Exit 112Toward ME 8, ME 11: Augusta, Belgrade
7
Keep slight left at fork
327 ft·11 sec
8
Turn left onto ME 8; ME 11; ME 27
1.2 mi·1 min·Civic Center Drive
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on ME 8; ME 11; ME 27
1.1 mi·1 min·Mount Vernon Avenue
10
Continue on ME 8; ME 11; ME 27
0.7 mi·1 min·State Street
11
Enter roundabout onto US 201; US 202; ME 11; ME 17; ME 27; ME 100
38 ft·0 sec·Memorial Circle
12
Arrive at destination
US 201; ME 27
Trip Plan
Because this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You won't need to worry about mid-drive refuels given the $14 cost estimate, but checking your tank before heading out on the 80.3-mile interstate stretch is always a smart move. Since the route is entirely highway-based, keep a steady pace and be prepared for the transition from the open interstate to the local streets of Civic Center Drive as you reach your destination. Use the lack of required stops to your advantage by planning your arrival in Augusta exactly when you need to be there.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 43.6 miles from Old Town, ME, or about 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 80.3 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 19 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 43.6 miles or 53m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Augusta, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Old Town, ME so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Old Town, ME
This is one driving day of about 87.1 miles and 1h 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Old Town, ME.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 95 for about 80.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 7
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 87.1 — 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 2A / Center Street
Turn left onto US 2A / Center Street
Navigation decision point
6
83.9 mi into trip|~1h 38m in
Take the exit toward ME 8, ME 11: Augusta, Belgrade
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 112
Toward ME 8, ME 11: Augusta, Belgrade
5
84 mi into trip|~1h 38m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
84.1 mi into trip|~1h 38m in|ME 8; ME 11; ME 27 / Civic Center Drive
Turn left onto ME 8; ME 11; ME 27 / Civic Center Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
4
87.1 mi into trip|~1h 43m in|US 201; US 202; ME 11; ME 17; ME 27; ME 100 / Memorial Circle
Enter roundabout onto US 201; US 202; ME 11; ME 17; ME 27; ME 100 / Memorial Circle
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.02 one way
$28.04 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg31 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$15.43
$30.86
premium
$4.86
$16.68
$33.36
diesel
$5.61
$19.23
$38.46
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 30.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
26.1
0
$9.15
$4.18
Efficient EV
21.8
0
$7.62
$3.48
EV Truck/SUV
34.8
0
$12.19
$5.57
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 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.
Forecast as of Apr 13, 2026
Origin
Old Town, ME
Late night
in Old Town on Sunday
Local time
12:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Rain
S 9 to 14 mph87% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Augusta, ME
Late night
in Augusta on Sunday
Local time
12:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
56°F
Pittsfield, ME
44 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
6 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 43m on the road
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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Frances Perkins National Monument
National Monument
Known as the first woman to hold a presidential cabinet position and the “Woman behind the New Deal,” Frances Perkins championed many labor rights that Americans enjoy today, including safety standard...
24 mi from route
~60 min detour
Free
near mile 87.1
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 92% of your journey takes place on high-speed roads. You will spend the vast majority of your time on I-95, which accounts for an 80.3-mile uninterrupted stretch of the trip. The transition from the local streets of Old Town, specifically Stillwater Avenue, onto the interstate is quick and efficient. As you approach the capital, the route shifts onto Civic Center Drive to bring you into Augusta. This is a utilitarian drive that prioritizes speed and directness over technical or winding backroads.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 80.3 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Stillwater Avenue. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 2A / Center Street.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Old Town, ME to Augusta, ME is easy. At 1h 43m with 92% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 2A / Center Street): Navigation decision point; at 83.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 84 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
414 ft104 ft
Total Climb
741 ft
Total Descent
723 ft
Highest Point
414 ft
~31.1 mi in
Elevation Range
310 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 43m. Total distance: 87.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 80.3 miles on I 95. 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 2A / Center Street): Navigation decision point; at 83.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 84 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 Augusta, ME before heading back.
