Origin
Raymond, ME
Late night in Raymond on Tuesday
Local time
5:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Raymond, ME to Sanford, ME
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 11m
Distance
50.7 mi
82 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 6m
★
6 AM
1h 12m
8 AM
1h 23m
10 AM
1h 16m
12 PM
1h 15m
3 PM
1h 16m
5 PM
1h 22m
8 PM
1h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Raymond, ME
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Trip Overview
This 50.7-mile drive from Raymond to Sanford, Maine, is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 11 minutes. You'll primarily navigate on the Maine Turnpike, Roosevelt Trail, and Alfred Road, with about 32% of the journey on highways. With a fuel cost estimated at $8, this is an economical option for a short getaway within the Northeast region. The mixed drive profile suggests a varied experience, making it suitable for a quick excursion without needing an overnight stay.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Maine Turnpike | 16.2 mi | 18m |
| Roosevelt Trail | 11.9 mi | 17m |
| Alfred Road | 8.2 mi | 9m |
| Bridgton Road | 3.8 mi | 7m |
| Sanford Road | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Biddeford Road | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Riverside Street | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| Alfred Street | 1.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Maine Turnpike
— 16.2 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Raymond, ME and Sanford, ME.
1
Start on Main Street
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
Main Street
2
Merge onto US 302
7.7 mi
·
12 min
·
Roosevelt Trail
Use the straight lane.
3
Enter roundabout onto US 302
283 ft
·
9 sec
·
Roosevelt Trail
Toward US 302: Portland
4
Continue on US 302
4.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Roosevelt Trail
Toward US 302: Portland
5
Continue on US 302
3.8 mi
·
7 min
·
Bridgton Road
6
Continue on US 302
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
Forest Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Turn right onto Riverside Street
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Riverside Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Take the ramp
446 ft
·
10 sec
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
10
Merge onto I 95
16 mi
·
18 min
·
Maine Turnpike
11
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 32
Toward ME 111: Biddeford
12
Turn right onto ME 111
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Alfred Street
13
Continue on ME 111
8.2 mi
·
9 min
·
Alfred Road
14
Continue on ME 111
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Biddeford Road
15
Continue on US 202; ME 4A
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Sanford Road
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
16
Continue on US 202; ME 4A
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Cottage Street
17
Turn left onto River Street
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
River Street
18
Continue on Washington Street
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Washington Street
19
Turn left
89 ft
·
6 sec
20
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.3 miles from Raymond, 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 0.5 and 34.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.5 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 302 / Roosevelt Trail
Merge onto US 302 / Roosevelt Trail
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
8.2 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
US 302 / Roosevelt Trail
Enter roundabout onto US 302 / Roosevelt Trail toward US 302: Portland
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Toward US 302: Portland
5
16.5 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
Riverside Street
Turn right onto Riverside Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
18.1 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
34.5 mi into trip
|
~48m in
Take the exit toward ME 111: Biddeford
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 32
Toward ME 111: Biddeford
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.16 one way
$16.32 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $8.98 | $17.96 |
| premium | $4.86 | $9.71 | $19.42 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.19 | $22.39 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.97
Maine Turnpike
(16.2 mi)
$0.97
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Tolls
$1
Total
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.7 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 | 15.2 | 0 | $5.32 | $2.43 |
| Efficient EV | 12.7 | 0 | $4.44 | $2.03 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.3 | 0 | $7.10 | $3.24 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Sanford, ME
Late night in Sanford on Tuesday
Local time
5:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers
SE 5 mph
16% chance
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
4 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 11m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a mixed drive on this route, blending highway stretches with local road navigation. The Maine Turnpike offers a faster pace for a significant portion, including the longest uninterrupted stretch of 16.2 miles. As you transition to Roosevelt Trail and Alfred Road, the character will likely shift to more typical local driving. The 32% highway share indicates you'll experience both efficient travel and more community-focused segments during your 1 hour and 11-minute journey.
32% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 16.2 mi on Maine Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near US 302 / Roosevelt Trail.
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 50.7 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 0.5 miles (US 302 / Roosevelt Trail): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.2 miles (US 302 / Roosevelt Trail): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 16.5 miles (Riverside Street): Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Arriving in Sanford, ME
Full guide →Founded 1739
Sanford is a small town is southern Maine. It includes the village of Springvale.
Top landmarks
- • Sanford Mills Historic District — historic district in Maine, United States
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 11m. Total distance: 50.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 11m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (32%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 16.2 miles on Maine Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.97 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 Sanford, 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 0.5 miles (US 302 / Roosevelt Trail): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.2 miles (US 302 / Roosevelt Trail): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 16.5 miles (Riverside Street): Lane positioning matters here.
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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