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Trip Overview
West Scarborough to Medway is 188.9 miles and takes about 3h 42m via Route 1 and Maine Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $33 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Maine, moving from the southern coast region to the more interior Northeast. Expect a drive that relies on surface roads for much of its length, offering a more local feel than a pure highway trek. With a single recommended stop and a manageable duration, this route is well-suited for a same-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination without an overnight commitment.
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
99.5 miles from West Scarborough, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 55m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Maine Turnpike
140.9 mi
2h 29m
I 295
50.4 mi
58m
US 1
4.1 mi
8m
Scarborough Connector
2.1 mi
2m
Medway Road
0.6 mi
1m
Route 1
0.2 mi
<1m
School Street
0.1 mi
<1m
Village Lane
0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Maine Turnpike
— 140.9 mi, about 2h 29m
Traffic on I-295
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 78 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~2,550 veh/hr typical
· worst 3,104
Quietest
2 AM
~86 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
29.7×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 105 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Scarborough, ME and Medway, ME.
1
Start on this road
25 ft·6 sec·this road
2
Turn left onto US 1
0.2 mi·29 sec·Route 1
3
Continue on US 1; ME 9
4.1 mi·8 min·US 1; ME 9
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
4
Keep slight left at fork onto Scarborough Connector
2.1 mi·2 min·Scarborough Connector
5
Merge onto I 295
50 mi·58 min·I 295
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Merge onto I 95
141 mi·2 hr 29 min·Maine Turnpike
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi·37 sec
Exit 244Toward ME 157: Medway, Millinocket
8
Keep slight left at fork
94 ft·3 sec
9
Turn left onto ME 157
0.6 mi·1 min·Medway Road
10
Turn sharp left onto Town Road
431 ft·20 sec·Town Road
11
Turn right onto Village Lane
0.1 mi·26 sec·Village Lane
12
Turn right onto Schoolhouse Road
228 ft·10 sec·Schoolhouse Road
13
Continue on School Street
0.1 mi·31 sec·School Street
14
At end of road, turn right onto Main Road
168 ft·7 sec·Main Road
15
Arrive at destination
Main Road
Trip Plan
Given the 3h 42m estimated drive time, leaving West Scarborough in the morning should allow you ample time to reach Medway before evening. Plan for one stop along the way to break up the 188.9-mile trip, perhaps around the halfway point to stretch your legs and refuel. Since this route is not highway-dependent, be mindful of local speed limits and potential traffic, especially as you pass through populated areas. The fuel cost estimate of $33 is a good baseline, but always check current prices before you depart.
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 99.5 miles from West Scarborough, ME, or about 1h 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 140.9 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 44 miles or 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 99.5 miles or 1h 55m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 2m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Medway, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving West Scarborough, 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 West Scarborough, ME
This is one driving day of about 198.9 miles and 3h 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 44 miles from West Scarborough, 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 140.9 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 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 6.3 and 198.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
6.3 mi into trip|~11m in|I 295
Merge onto I 295
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
197.6 mi into trip|~3h 39m in
Take the exit toward ME 157: Medway, Millinocket
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 244
Toward ME 157: Medway, Millinocket
5
197.9 mi into trip|~3h 39m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
198.5 mi into trip|~3h 41m in|Town Road
Turn sharp left onto Town Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
198.7 mi into trip|~3h 41m in|Schoolhouse Road
Turn right onto Schoolhouse Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$34.71 one way
$69.43 round trip
$4.43/gal25.4 MPG avg70 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.93
$38.64
$77.27
premium
$5.30
$41.51
$83.02
diesel
$6.18
$48.39
$96.77
Estimated Tolls: $8.46
Maine Turnpike
(140.9 mi)$8.46
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
$35
Tolls
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$68–$93
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 69.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-12.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
59.7
0
$20.88
$9.55
Efficient EV
49.7
0
$17.40
$7.96
EV Truck/SUV
79.6
0
$27.85
$12.73
Gas CO2
70 kg
EV CO2
23 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 Oct 18, 2026
Origin
West Scarborough, ME
Morning
in West Scarborough on Monday
Local time
9:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Sunny
SW 0 to 5 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Medway, ME
Morning
in Medway on Monday
Local time
9:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Sunny
SW 1 to 6 mph1% chanceLive forecast
60°F
Richmond, ME
99 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
2 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 42m on the road
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.
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...
Spread across a wild landscape offering spectacular views of Katahdin, Katahdin Woods and Waters invites discovery of its rivers, streams, woods, flora, fauna, geology, and the night skies that have a...
26 mi from route
~64 min detour
Free
near mile 198.9
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive features 0% highway, meaning you'll be on surface roads for the entire 188.9 miles. You'll begin on the Scarborough Connector before transitioning to Route 1, then the Maine Turnpike. The absence of highway driving suggests a route with more frequent intersections and potentially slower speeds as you pass through various towns. Keep an eye out for the increased number of local exits and entrances typical of a non-highway route.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 140.9 mi on Maine Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Maine Turnpike and I 295. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 6.3 miles in near I 295.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 198.9 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 6.3 miles (I 295): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 197.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 197.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 42m. Total distance: 198.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 42m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 140.9 miles on Maine Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $8.46 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.
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: at 6.3 miles (I 295): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 197.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 197.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes — Frances Perkins National Monument and Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.7 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.4 hours — manageable with a long break at Medway, ME, but most travelers stay overnight.
