Origin
Yarmouth, ME
Late night in Yarmouth on Tuesday
Local time
4:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Yarmouth, ME to Augusta, ME
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
53m
Distance
44.9 mi
72 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 49m
★
6 AM
0h 54m
8 AM
1h 3m
10 AM
0h 57m
12 PM
0h 56m
3 PM
0h 57m
5 PM
1h 2m
8 PM
0h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Yarmouth, ME
Jan van der Wolf
Augusta, ME
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Yarmouth, ME to Augusta, ME is 44.9 miles and takes about 53 minutes via I 295 and Maine Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays entirely within Maine, connecting two points in the Northeast region. It's a straightforward drive, primarily on major highways, making it a convenient option for getting from point A to point B without much fuss. If you're looking for a quick transit between these locations, this route should serve you well.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 295 | 34.8 mi | 39m |
| Maine Turnpike | 6.3 mi | 6m |
| Route 1 | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Capitol Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Western Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| State Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Armory Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Memorial Circle | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 295
— 34.8 mi, about 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Yarmouth, ME and Augusta, ME.
1
Start on US 1
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Route 1
2
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
3
Merge onto I 295
35 mi
·
39 min
·
I 295
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Merge onto I 95
6.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Maine Turnpike
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 109
Toward US 202, ME 11, ME 17, ME 100: Augusta, Winthrop
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
Toward US 202, ME 11, ME 17, ME 100: Augusta
7
Turn straight onto US 202; ME 11; ME 17; ME 100
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Western Avenue
8
Turn right onto Armory Street
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Armory Street
9
Continue on Capitol Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Capitol Street
10
Turn left onto US 201; ME 27
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
State Street
11
Enter roundabout onto US 201; US 202; ME 11; ME 17; ME 27; ME 100
466 ft
·
8 sec
·
Memorial Circle
12
Arrive at destination
US 201; ME 27
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.4 miles from Yarmouth, 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 85 decision points cluster between mile 1.5 and 44.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.5 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
I 295
Merge onto I 295
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
42.6 mi into trip
|
~48m in
Take the exit toward US 202, ME 11, ME 17, ME 100: Augusta, Winthrop
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 109
Toward US 202, ME 11, ME 17, ME 100: Augusta, W...
7
42.9 mi into trip
|
~49m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 202, ME 11, ME 17, ME 100: Augusta
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 202, ME 11, ME 17, ME 100: Augusta
4
44.6 mi into trip
|
~53m in
|
US 201; ME 27 / State Street
Turn left onto US 201; ME 27 / State Street
Navigation decision point
5
44.8 mi into trip
|
~53m in
|
US 201; US 202; ME 11; ME 17; ME 27; ME 100 / Memorial Circle
Enter roundabout onto US 201; US 202; ME 11; ME 17; ME 27; ME 100 / Memorial Circle
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.23 one way
$14.46 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $7.95 | $15.91 |
| premium | $4.86 | $8.60 | $17.20 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.91 | $19.83 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.38
Maine Turnpike
(6.3 mi)
$0.38
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Tolls
$0
Total
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.5 | 0 | $4.71 | $2.16 |
| Efficient EV | 11.2 | 0 | $3.93 | $1.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18 | 0 | $6.29 | $2.87 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Augusta, ME
Late night in Augusta on Tuesday
Local time
4:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
4 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
53m 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?
This route is 94% highway, so expect to be on I 295 and the Maine Turnpike for most of the 44.9 miles. The longest stretch on a single highway is 34.8 miles on I 295. You'll likely notice the density of exits as you approach Augusta, indicating a shift from highway cruising to more localized travel. Surface roads will only make up a small portion of your travel time.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 34.8 mi on I 295.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 295 and Maine Turnpike. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.5 miles in near I 295.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 44.9 miles you will encounter 8 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 1.5 miles (I 295): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 42.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 42.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Yarmouth, ME to Augusta, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Winthrop along the way.
Winthrop
42.6 mi in
|
~48m
About the Cities
Starting in Yarmouth, ME
Full guide →Founded 1636
Yarmouth is a town of 9,000 people (2020) just north of Portland in Maine.
Top landmarks
- • Grand Trunk Railroad Station — railway station in Yarmouth, the United States of America
- • North Yarmouth Academy — college preparatory academy in Maine
Arriving in Augusta, ME
Full guide →Augusta is the capital of Maine, but at 19,000 (2020), it is one of the least populous state capitals in the United States. Top attractions include the historic Old Fort Western (the oldest surviving wooden fort in New England (built 1754)), tours of the Maine State House, the Maine State Museum, and outdoor recreation at Viles Arboretum or the Kennebec River Rail Trail.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 53m. Total distance: 44.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 34.8 miles on I 295. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.38 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.
Yes — we found about 1 rest area or service plaza within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
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 1.5 miles (I 295): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 42.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 42.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Frances Perkins National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Augusta, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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