Origin
South Portland, ME
Afternoon in South Portland on Sunday
Local time
4:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
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Trip from South Portland, ME to Milo, ME
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 4m
Distance
145.1 mi
234 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 53m
★
6 AM
3h 4m
8 AM
3h 27m
10 AM
3h 12m
12 PM
3h 10m
3 PM
3h 13m
5 PM
3h 26m
8 PM
2h 57m
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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Milo, ME
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Trip Overview
Embark on a 145.1-mile journey from South Portland, Maine, to Milo, Maine, a trip that will take approximately 3 hours and 4 minutes to complete. This drive, primarily on local roads with no highway segments, offers a more hands-on driving experience. With an estimated fuel cost of $23, it's an economical option for a day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop. The route predominantly stays within the Northeast region, offering a consistent feel throughout your travel within the state of Maine. It's a straightforward drive that's easy to manage in a single day.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
72.5 miles from South Portland, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 23m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Maine Turnpike | 53.6 mi | 58m |
| I 295 | 46.8 mi | 53m |
| Dexter Road | 11.9 mi | 19m |
| Milo Road | 8.6 mi | 12m |
| Dover Road | 5.2 mi | 9m |
| Moosehead Trail | 4.7 mi | 7m |
| West Main Street | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| Newport Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Maine Turnpike
— 53.6 mi, about 58m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Portland, ME and Milo, 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
47 mi
·
53 min
·
I 295; US 1
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto I 95
54 mi
·
58 min
·
Maine Turnpike
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
Exit 157
Toward ME 11, ME 100: Newport, Dexter
10
Keep slight left at fork
112 ft
·
6 sec
11
Turn left onto ME 11; ME 100
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Ox Bow Road
12
Enter roundabout onto ME 7; ME 11
120 ft
·
2 sec
·
Moosehead Trail
13
Continue on ME 7; ME 11
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Moosehead Trail
14
Continue on ME 7; ME 11
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Newport Road
15
Continue on ME 7; ME 11; ME 43
5.9 mi
·
8 min
·
Dexter Road
16
Continue on ME 7
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Corinna Road
17
Continue on ME 7
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Spring Street
18
Continue on Church Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Church Street
19
Continue on ME 7
5.2 mi
·
9 min
·
Dover Road
20
Continue on ME 7
6.0 mi
·
10 min
·
Dexter Road
21
Continue on ME 7
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Street
22
At end of road, turn left onto ME 15
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
East Main Street
23
Turn right onto ME 6; ME 16
463 ft
·
8 sec
·
North Street
24
Turn right onto ME 6; ME 16
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Summer Street
25
Continue on ME 6; ME 16
8.6 mi
·
12 min
·
Milo Road
26
Continue on ME 6; ME 16
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
West Main Street
27
Turn slight right onto Pleasant Street
253 ft
·
11 sec
·
Pleasant Street
28
Arrive at destination
Pleasant Street
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour, 4-minute duration and the turn-heavy nature of this 145.1-mile drive, consider an early morning departure to make the most of your day. With only one suggested stop and a modest $23 fuel cost, you have flexibility in pacing. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you transition between the main roads like Broadway and York Street, to avoid any unexpected delays. This route is best tackled in a single day, so plan for a late afternoon or early evening arrival at your destination in Milo.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 72.5 miles from South Portland, ME, or about 1h 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 53.6 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 32 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 72.5 miles or 1h 23m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Milo, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving South Portland, ME so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from South Portland, ME
This is one driving day of about 145.1 miles and 3h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from South Portland, ME.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Maine Turnpike for about 53.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
73 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 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 72.5 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 125 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 131.7 — 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
|
Broadway
Turn sharp left onto Broadway
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
3.4 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
I 295; US 1
Merge onto I 295; US 1
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
103.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 57m in
Take the exit toward ME 11, ME 100: Newport, Dexter
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 157
Toward ME 11, ME 100: Newport, Dexter
5
104.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 58m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
131.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 44m in
|
ME 15 / East Main Street
At end of road, turn left onto ME 15 / East Main Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.36 one way
$46.72 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
51 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $25.70 | $51.40 |
| premium | $4.86 | $27.79 | $55.57 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $32.04 | $64.07 |
Estimated Tolls: $10.21
Bay Bridge
$7.00
Maine Turnpike
(53.6 mi)
$3.21
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Tolls
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 50.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 43.5 | 0 | $15.24 | $6.96 |
| Efficient EV | 36.3 | 0 | $12.70 | $5.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 58 | 0 | $20.31 | $9.29 |
Gas CO2
51 kg
EV CO2
17 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
Milo, ME
Afternoon in Milo on Sunday
Local time
4:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
33°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
50°F
Augusta, ME
73 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.
Road read
3h 4m 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.
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...
17 mi from route
~42 min detour
Free
near mile 40
Park Closure: For Current Visitor Information
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for the entirety of this 145.1-mile route, as indicated by its 0% highway share. This means you'll be navigating through communities and along roads that require your constant attention. Without any long, uninterrupted stretches, the journey is characterized by frequent adjustments to speed and direction. The road's personality is defined by its local nature, winding through towns and villages rather than high-speed expressways. It's a driving experience that keeps you engaged from start to finish.
69% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 53.6 mi on Maine Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Maine Turnpike and I 295. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Broadway.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 4m drive. You will face about 12 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 3.4 miles (I 295; US 1): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 103.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
On the drive from South Portland, ME to Milo, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Dexter along the way.
Dexter
103.8 mi in
|
~1h 57m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 4m. Total distance: 145.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (69%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 53.6 miles on Maine Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $10.21 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.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
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 3.4 miles (I 295; US 1): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 103.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Frances Perkins National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.1 hours — manageable with a long break at Milo, ME, but most travelers stay overnight.
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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