This 153.9-mile drive from Surry to Biddeford, Maine, is a manageable one-day adventure, taking approximately 3 hours and 16 minutes. The route primarily utilizes I-295, Belfast Augusta Road, and Route 1, offering a mixed driving experience across the Northeast region. With an estimated fuel cost of $25, this trip is budget-friendly for a single-day excursion. The journey is designed for a single day, making it easy to fit into a weekend or a longer vacation itinerary. You'll experience a blend of highway and local road driving as you make your way south through the state.
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
76.9 miles from Surry, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 40m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 295
53.2 mi
1h 2m
Belfast Augusta Road
17.6 mi
21m
Route 1
15.2 mi
18m
Acadia Highway
13.4 mi
15m
Maine Turnpike
13.2 mi
14m
North Belfast Avenue
9.1 mi
13m
Augusta Road
4.8 mi
5m
Bucksport Road
4.1 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
I 295
— 53.2 mi, about 1h 2m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Surry, ME and Biddeford, ME.
1
Start on North Bend Road
3.8 mi·9 min·North Bend Road
2
At end of road, turn left onto US 1; ME 3
4.1 mi·4 min·Bucksport Road
3
Continue on US 1; ME 3
9.4 mi·10 min·Acadia Highway
4
Continue on US 1; ME 3; ME 15
1.0 mi·1 min·Route 1
5
Continue on US 1; ME 3; ME 15
135 ft·9 sec·Main Street
Use the left lane.
6
Turn left onto US 1; ME 3
0.1 mi·16 sec·Route 1
Use the left lane.
7
Continue on US 1; ME 3
1.2 mi·2 min·US Highway 1
8
Continue on US 1; ME 3
13 mi·15 min·Route 1
9
Continue on US 1; ME 3
2.7 mi·4 min·Searsport Avenue
10
Continue on US 1; ME 3
0.7 mi·1 min·Route 1
11
Take the exit onto ME 3
0.3 mi·38 sec·ME 3
12
Keep slight right at fork onto ME 3
373 ft·12 sec·ME 3
13
Merge onto ME 3
3.9 mi·4 min·Belmont Avenue
Use the straight lane.
14
Continue on ME 3
4.8 mi·5 min·Augusta Road
15
Continue on ME 3
3.4 mi·3 min·Belfast Augusta Road East
16
Continue on ME 3
4.0 mi·4 min·Acadia Highway
17
Continue on ME 3
18 mi·21 min·Belfast Augusta Road
Use the straight lane.
18
Continue on US 202; ME 3; ME 9
0.2 mi·16 sec·Belfast Road
19
Continue on US 202; ME 3; ME 9
8.1 mi·11 min·North Belfast Avenue
20
Turn left onto US 202; ME 9
1.0 mi·1 min·North Belfast Avenue
Use the left lane.
21
At end of road, turn left onto US 201; US 202; ME 9; ME 100
0.6 mi·52 sec·Bangor Street
22
Enter roundabout onto US 201; US 202; ME 17; ME 100
159 ft·3 sec·Memorial Drive
23
Continue on US 201; US 202; ME 17; ME 100
0.7 mi·1 min·Memorial Drive
24
Enter roundabout onto US 201; ME 27
401 ft·7 sec·State Street
25
Continue on US 201; ME 27
0.2 mi·19 sec·State Street
26
Turn right onto Capitol Street
0.8 mi·1 min·Capitol Street
27
Turn straight onto Armory Street
0.2 mi·20 sec·Armory Street
28
Turn left onto US 202; ME 11; ME 17; ME 100
0.7 mi·1 min·Western Avenue
29
Take the exit
0.3 mi·44 sec
Toward I 95: Portland, Waterville, Bangor
30
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I-95 South: Portland, Kittery
31
Merge onto I 95
5.9 mi·6 min·Maine Turnpike
32
Keep slight right at fork onto I 295
51 mi·58 min·I 295
Exit 103Toward I 295 South, ME 9, ME 126: Gardiner, BrunswickUse the straight lane.
33
Keep slight left at fork onto I 295
2.6 mi·3 min·I 295
34
Merge onto I 95
7.3 mi·7 min·Maine Turnpike
35
Take the exit
0.2 mi·27 sec
Exit 36Toward I 195 East: Saco, Old Orchard Beach
36
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 35Toward RT-112 Buxton Rd: Saco, Buxton
37
Continue on this road
0.1 mi·18 sec·this road
Exit 35Toward RT-112 Buxton Rd: Saco, Buxton
38
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·30 sec
Exit 35Toward RT-112 Buxton Rd: Saco, Buxton
39
Turn left onto ME 112
212 ft·4 sec·Buxton Road
40
Continue on ME 112
1.7 mi·3 min·North Street
41
Turn right onto ME 9; US 1 Alternate
0.9 mi·1 min·Main Street
42
Arrive at destination
US 1 Alternate
Trip Plan
For this 3-hour, 16-minute trip, starting your drive earlier in the day is advisable to maximize daylight and allow for flexibility. With only one recommended stop, you have ample freedom to choose where to pause for a break or meal. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, as the longest stretch without significant exits is over 50 miles on I-295. The total fuel cost is estimated at $25, so budget accordingly. This is a straightforward drive, best enjoyed at a relaxed pace without feeling rushed.
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 76.9 miles from Surry, ME, or about 1h 40m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 53.2 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 34 miles or 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 76.9 miles or 1h 40m 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 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Biddeford, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Surry, 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 Surry, ME
This is one driving day of about 153.9 miles and 3h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 miles from Surry, 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 I 295 for about 53.2 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 23
5 decision points cluster between mile 18.3 and 151.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
18.3 mi into trip|~25m in|US 1; ME 3 / Route 1
Turn left onto US 1; ME 3 / Route 1
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
83.2 mi into trip|~1h 51m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I-95 South: Portland, Kittery
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I-95 South: Portland, Kittery
9
89.8 mi into trip|~1h 59m in|I 295
Keep slight right at fork onto I 295 toward I 295 South, ME 9, ME 126: Gardiner, Brunswick
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Exit 103
Toward I 295 South, ME 9, ME 126: Gardiner, Bru...
7
150.4 mi into trip|~3h 9m in
Keep slight left at fork toward RT-112 Buxton Rd: Saco, Buxton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 35
Toward RT-112 Buxton Rd: Saco, Buxton
8
151.1 mi into trip|~3h 11m in
Keep slight right at fork toward RT-112 Buxton Rd: Saco, Buxton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 35
Toward RT-112 Buxton Rd: Saco, Buxton
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$24.78 one way
$49.55 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg54 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$27.26
$54.52
premium
$4.86
$29.47
$58.94
diesel
$5.61
$33.98
$67.96
Estimated Tolls: $0.80
Maine Turnpike
(13.2 mi)$0.80
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
$25
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 53.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
46.2
0
$16.16
$7.39
Efficient EV
38.5
0
$13.47
$6.16
EV Truck/SUV
61.6
0
$21.55
$9.85
Gas CO2
54 kg
EV CO2
18 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 15, 2026
Origin
Surry, ME
Night
in Surry on Saturday
Local time
10:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Biddeford, ME
Night
in Biddeford on Saturday
Local time
10:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
50°F
Augusta, ME
77 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
18 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
3h 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Acadia National Park
National Park
Acadia National Park protects the natural beauty of the highest rocky headlands along the Atlantic coastline of the United States, an abundance of habitats, and a rich cultural heritage. At 4 million...
14 mi from route
~35 min detour
$6
Park Closure: Cadillac Summit Road Closed for Construction
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 100.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
The character of this drive is a mix, with 54% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 53.2 miles on I-295, providing a good opportunity for steady progress. Beyond the interstate segments, the route incorporates Belfast Augusta Road and Route 1, introducing more varied driving conditions. This blend means you'll experience both the efficiency of higher-speed travel and the more engaging pace of secondary roads as you travel through Maine.
54% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
42 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 53.2 mi on I 295.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 18.3 miles in near US 1; ME 3 / Route 1.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 153.9 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 18.3 miles (US 1; ME 3 / Route 1): Lane positioning matters here; at 83.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 89.8 miles (I 295): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. 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.
Between Surry, ME and Biddeford, ME, road signs point toward Waterville, Bangor, Kittery and Brunswick.
Waterville
82.9 mi in|~1h 50m
Bangor
82.9 mi in|~1h 50m
Kittery
83.2 mi in|~1h 51m
Brunswick
89.8 mi in|~1h 59m|via I 295
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 16m. Total distance: 153.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 53.2 miles on I 295. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.80 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.
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.
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 Biddeford, ME before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
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 18.3 miles (US 1; ME 3 / Route 1): Lane positioning matters here; at 83.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 89.8 miles (I 295): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Acadia National Park and Frances Perkins National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.5 hours — manageable with a long break at Biddeford, ME, but most travelers stay overnight.
