Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
19m
Distance
8.4 mi
14 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
West Scarborough, ME
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Buxton, ME
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If you are looking for a quick transition from coastal West Scarborough to the inland community of Buxton, this 8.4-mile journey is a straightforward local connection. You can easily complete the trip in about 19 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day outing. Budgeting for this drive is remarkably simple, as you will likely spend only about $1 on fuel. Because both locations are situated within the Northeast region, you will experience a consistent New England atmosphere throughout the transit. This route is best treated as a simple point-to-point commute rather than a multi-day excursion. Given the short duration, you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations or extensive planning.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Broadturn Road | 6.1 mi | 14m |
| Long Plains Road | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| Route 1 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between West Scarborough, ME and Buxton, ME.
Start on this road
Turn left onto US 1
Turn left onto Broadturn Road
Continue on Long Plains Road
Arrive at destination
2 decision points cluster around mile 0 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto US 1 / Route 1
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto Broadturn Road
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$1.35 one way
$2.70 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $1.49 | $2.98 |
| premium | $4.86 | $1.61 | $3.22 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.85 | $3.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.5 | 0 | $0.88 | $0.40 |
| Efficient EV | 2.1 | 0 | $0.74 | $0.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.4 | 0 | $1.18 | $0.54 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in West Scarborough on Tuesday
Local time
6:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Patchy Fog
Destination
Morning in Buxton on Tuesday
Local time
6:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. You will navigate a mix of Broadturn Road, Long Plains Road, and Route 1, with zero highway miles involved in the transit. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 6.1-mile segment along Broadturn Road, which dictates the pace of the trip. Because the route relies entirely on local roads, the driving experience is intimate and requires your full attention at intersections. You won't find high-speed cruising here; instead, you get a direct, functional path that winds through the local landscape.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 1 / Route 1.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from West Scarborough, ME to Buxton, ME is easy. At 19m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 1 / Route 1): Navigation decision point; near the start (Broadturn Road): Navigation decision point.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
200 ft
Total Descent
76 ft
Highest Point
203 ft
~7.8 mi in
Elevation Range
139 ft
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 19m. Total distance: 8.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
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 USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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