Origin
Thomaston, ME
Late night in Thomaston on Sunday
Local time
12:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Thomaston, ME to Biddeford, ME
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 5m
Distance
90.5 mi
146 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 57m
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6 AM
2h 6m
8 AM
2h 23m
10 AM
2h 12m
12 PM
2h 10m
3 PM
2h 13m
5 PM
2h 23m
8 PM
2h 0m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Thomaston, ME
Cliff Booth
Biddeford, ME
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Trip Overview
This 90.5-mile journey from Thomaston, ME to Biddeford, ME is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 5 minutes to complete. Primarily utilizing I-295 and Route 1, with a portion on the Atlantic Highway, this drive offers a mixed driving experience. With an estimated fuel cost of $15, it's an economical option for exploring the Northeast region of Maine. Given its relatively short distance and duration, you won't need to split this drive into multiple days, allowing for flexibility in your schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
45.3 miles from Thomaston, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 6m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 295 | 27.8 mi | 34m |
| Route 1 | 19 mi | 26m |
| Atlantic Highway | 13.4 mi | 18m |
| Leeman Highway | 9.2 mi | 13m |
| Maine Turnpike | 7.3 mi | 7m |
| Bath Road | 4 mi | 7m |
| Main Street | 3.6 mi | 6m |
| North Street | 1.7 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 295
— 27.8 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Thomaston, ME and Biddeford, ME.
1
Start on US 1; ME 131
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
2
Continue on US 1
13 mi
·
18 min
·
Atlantic Highway
3
Continue on US 1
5.4 mi
·
7 min
·
Route 1
4
Continue on US 1
8.7 mi
·
12 min
·
Route 1
5
Continue on US 1; ME 27
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
6
Turn straight onto US 1
4.0 mi
·
7 min
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Bath Road
Use the left lane.
7
Continue on US 1
4.9 mi
·
6 min
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Route 1
8
Continue on US 1
1.0 mi
·
2 min
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Main Street
9
Continue on US 1
9.2 mi
·
13 min
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Leeman Highway
10
Turn right onto US 1
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Pleasant Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
41 sec
12
Keep slight left at fork
1.6 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 295 South: Freeport, Portland
13
Merge onto I 295
25 mi
·
30 min
·
I 295
Use the straight lane.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 295
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
I 295
15
Merge onto I 95
7.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Maine Turnpike
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 36
Toward I 195 East: Saco, Old Orchard Beach
17
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 35
Toward RT-112 Buxton Rd: Saco, Buxton
18
Continue on this road
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
this road
Exit 35
Toward RT-112 Buxton Rd: Saco, Buxton
19
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 35
Toward RT-112 Buxton Rd: Saco, Buxton
20
Turn left onto ME 112
212 ft
·
4 sec
·
Buxton Road
21
Continue on ME 112
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
North Street
22
Turn right onto ME 9; US 1 Alternate
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
23
Arrive at destination
US 1 Alternate
Trip Plan
For this straightforward 2-hour drive, consider leaving mid-morning to avoid the earliest rush and arrive with ample daylight. Since there are no designated stops in the data, you can be flexible with breaks, perhaps pulling over at an exit on I-295 if needed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $15, and plan to refuel before you leave Thomaston or when you see convenient stations along Route 1. The 27.8-mile stretch on I-295 is your longest uninterrupted segment, so ensure you're comfortable before embarking on it.
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 45.3 miles from Thomaston, ME, or about 1h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 27.8 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 20 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.3 miles or 1h 6m 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 43m
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 Thomaston, 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 Thomaston, ME
This is one driving day of about 90.5 miles and 2h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Thomaston, ME.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 295 for about 27.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
45 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 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 45.3 miles from Thomaston, 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 135 decision points cluster between mile 50.2 and 87.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
50.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 295 South: Freeport, Portland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 295 South: Freeport, Portland
5
51.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m in
|
I 295
Merge onto I 295
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
86.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 58m in
Take the exit toward I 195 East: Saco, Old Orchard Beach
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 36
Toward I 195 East: Saco, Old Orchard Beach
7
87 mi into trip
|
~1h 59m 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
87.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 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
$14.57 one way
$29.14 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $16.03 | $32.06 |
| premium | $4.86 | $17.33 | $34.66 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.98 | $39.96 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.44
Maine Turnpike
(7.3 mi)
$0.44
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
$15
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.2 | 0 | $9.50 | $4.34 |
| Efficient EV | 22.6 | 0 | $7.92 | $3.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36.2 | 0 | $12.67 | $5.79 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (66% 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
Biddeford, ME
Late night in Biddeford on Sunday
Local time
12:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
46°F
Brunswick, ME
45 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
8 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
2h 5m 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?
Expect a varied driving experience on this route, with 60% of it being highway driving. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 27.8 miles on I-295, offering a period of consistent speed. As you transition to Route 1 and the Atlantic Highway, the character of the drive will likely change, introducing more local traffic and potentially lower speeds. This blend of interstate travel and more direct, local road navigation defines the personality of this particular drive.
60% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 27.8 mi on I 295.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
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 50.2 miles in.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 90.5 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 50.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 51.8 miles (I 295): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 86.8 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 Thomaston, ME to Biddeford, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Portland along the way.
Portland
50.2 mi in
|
~1h 14m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 5m. Total distance: 90.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (60%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 27.8 miles on I 295. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.44 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 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. 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 50.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 51.8 miles (I 295): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 86.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Biddeford, 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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