Origin
South Portland, ME
Late night in South Portland on Sunday
Local time
12:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
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Unavailable
Trip from South Portland, ME to Edgecomb, 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 16m
Distance
52.5 mi
85 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 10m
★
6 AM
1h 16m
8 AM
1h 28m
10 AM
1h 20m
12 PM
1h 19m
3 PM
1h 21m
5 PM
1h 28m
8 PM
1h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
South Portland, ME
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Edgecomb, ME
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Trip Overview
Traveling from South Portland to Edgecomb is a straightforward 52.5-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 16 minutes. Since the entire route stays within Maine, you will find this an easy day trip that requires no overnight stay. Expect to spend roughly $8 on fuel for the excursion, making it a budget-friendly option for your schedule. You will navigate a mix of roads, starting with I-295 before transitioning onto Mill Street and eventually Route 1. Whether you are heading out for a quick getaway or a necessary commute, this drive offers a manageable pace that fits perfectly into a single day of travel.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 295 | 22.6 mi | 26m |
| Mill Street | 9.2 mi | 13m |
| Route 1 | 6 mi | 8m |
| Bath Road | 4 mi | 7m |
| Boothbay Road | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| Main Street | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| Pleasant Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Casco Bay Bridge | 1.1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 295
— 22.6 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Portland, ME and Edgecomb, ME.
1
Start on Pine Street
60 ft
·
9 sec
·
Pine Street
2
Turn sharp left onto Broadway
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Broadway
3
Continue on ME 77
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Casco Bay Bridge
4
Turn straight onto ME 77
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
York Street
5
Turn left onto ME 77
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
High Street
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Toward I 295 North, US 1 North: Falmouth
7
Merge onto I 295; US 1
23 mi
·
26 min
·
I 295; US 1
8
Take the exit
1.3 mi
·
2 min
Exit 28
Toward US 1: Brunswick, Bath, Coastal Route
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on US 1
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Pleasant Street
Use the left lane.
10
Turn left onto Mill Street
9.2 mi
·
13 min
·
Mill Street
Use the left lane.
11
Continue on US 1
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
12
Continue on US 1
4.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Route 1
13
Continue on US 1
4.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Bath Road
14
Continue on US 1; ME 27
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
15
Continue on US 1; ME 27
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Route 1
16
Turn slight right onto ME 27
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Boothbay Road
17
Arrive at destination
ME 27
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 26.3 miles from South Portland, 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 65 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 28.4 — 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
|
Broadway
Turn sharp left onto Broadway
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
3
2.3 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
ME 77 / High Street
Turn left onto ME 77 / High Street
Navigation decision point
4
3.1 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the ramp toward I 295 North, US 1 North: Falmouth
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 295 North, US 1 North: Falmouth
8
26 mi into trip
|
~32m in
Take the exit toward US 1: Brunswick, Bath, Coastal Route
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 28
Toward US 1: Brunswick, Bath, Coastal Route
5
28.4 mi into trip
|
~37m in
|
Mill Street
Turn left onto Mill Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.45 one way
$16.90 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $9.30 | $18.60 |
| premium | $4.86 | $10.05 | $20.11 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.59 | $23.18 |
Estimated Tolls: $7.00
Bay Bridge
$7.00
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Tolls
$7
Total
$15
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.8 | 0 | $5.51 | $2.52 |
| Efficient EV | 13.1 | 0 | $4.59 | $2.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21 | 0 | $7.35 | $3.36 |
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
Edgecomb, ME
Late night in Edgecomb on Sunday
Local time
12:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
46°F
Brunswick, ME
26 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.
Road read
1h 16m 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 features a diverse mix of road types, with highway driving accounting for 54% of your time behind the wheel. You will begin with a 22.6-mile stretch on I-295, which serves as the longest uninterrupted portion of the journey. As you move off the interstate and transition to Mill Street and Route 1, the character of the drive shifts from high-speed transit to a more local pace. Expect the driving experience to evolve as you leave the urbanized feel of South Portland and head toward the destination in Edgecomb. By balancing highway efficiency with local road maneuvering, the route keeps you engaged throughout the duration of the trip.
54% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 22.6 mi on I 295.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Broadway.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 16m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Broadway): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 2.3 miles (ME 77 / High Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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.
Between South Portland, ME and Edgecomb, ME, road signs point toward Bath and Coastal Route.
Bath
26 mi in
|
~32m
Coastal Route
26 mi in
|
~32m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 16m. Total distance: 52.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (54%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 22.6 miles on I 295. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $7.00 in tolls one way, starting with Bay Bridge. 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. 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 (Broadway): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 2.3 miles (ME 77 / High Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Edgecomb, 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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