Maine road trips
Best Road Trips in Maine
20 popular Maine drives with distance, driving time, EV-friendliness and gas cost at the state's estimated $3.20/gal.
Our Maine road trip ranking method
Routes are ranked by traveler popularity between Maine metros and major destinations, with distance, driving time and current $3.20/gal fuel cost calculated for every drive.
- Distance: city-center to city-center with a 1.18× road-curvature factor.
- Fuel cost: 28 MPG baseline × $3.20/gal Maine regular.
- Popularity: traveler-intent signals between major Maine origins and destinations.
- EV practicality: regional DC fast-charging coverage flagged per route.
Portland → Orlando
The headline Maine road trip — 1431 miles, about 23.1 hours of driving and roughly $164 in gas at $3.20/gal.
More top Maine drives (19)
Pittsburgh → Portland
644 mi · ~10.4 h · ~$74 gas
Open tripWashington → Portland
568 mi · ~9.2 h · ~$65 gas
Open tripBaltimore → Portland
526 mi · ~8.5 h · ~$60 gas
Open tripBuffalo → Portland
515 mi · ~8.3 h · ~$59 gas
Open tripPortland → Harrisburg
487 mi · ~7.9 h · ~$56 gas
Open tripPortland → Wilmington
454 mi · ~7.3 h · ~$52 gas
Open tripRochester → Portland
437 mi · ~7.0 h · ~$50 gas
Open tripPortland → Atlantic City
433 mi · ~7.0 h · ~$49 gas
Open tripPhiladelphia → Portland
425 mi · ~6.9 h · ~$49 gas
Open tripPortland → Scranton
373 mi · ~6.0 h · ~$43 gas
Open tripPortland → Syracuse
353 mi · ~5.7 h · ~$40 gas
Open tripPortland → Newark
335 mi · ~5.4 h · ~$38 gas
Open tripNew York → Portland
330 mi · ~5.3 h · ~$38 gas
Open tripAlbany → Portland
224 mi · ~3.6 h · ~$26 gas
Open tripHartford → Portland
212 mi · ~3.4 h · ~$24 gas
Open tripPortland → Burlington
185 mi · ~3.0 h · ~$21 gas
Open tripProvidence → Portland
165 mi · ~2.7 h · ~$19 gas
Open tripBoston → Portland
116 mi · ~1.9 h · ~$13 gas
Open tripPortland → Manchester
90 mi · ~1.5 h · ~$10 gas
Open tripBest driving cost routes in Maine
Top Maine road trips with gas, distance and driving time at the state's estimated $3.20/gal.
Cheapest Maine road trips
Short, low-fuel-cost drives — great for a weekend trip from Maine.
Long-distance road trips from Maine
500+ mile drives for cross-country and multi-day road trip planning.
Drives in neighboring states
Cross-state routes near Maine — New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Rhode Island.
Gas prices in Maine
Estimated regular at $3.20/gal · premium $3.85 · diesel $3.85.
Best vehicles for Maine drivers
- Best hybridToyota Prius57 MPG
- Best EVLucid Air134 MPGe
- Best SUVNissan Rogue33 MPG
- Best truckFord Maverick26 MPG
Commute cost in Maine
Daily driving cost estimates for major Maine-area cities.
EV vs gas in Maine
Compare driving cost of an EV vs a gas car for Maine trips and commutes.
Neighboring state road trip hubs
FAQ
What's the best time of year for a Maine road trip?
Spring and fall typically offer the most comfortable driving weather across most of Maine. Coastal and southern routes are pleasant year-round; mountain routes are best between late spring and early fall.
How much does a Maine road trip cost in fuel?
At Maine's estimated $3.20/gal and 28 MPG, expect roughly $11.43 per 100 miles. Each route below includes a detailed estimate.
Is Maine EV-friendly for road trips?
Yes — most popular Maine routes have solid DC fast-charging coverage. Check our EV-friendly routes collection for the strongest picks.
How accurate are these distances?
Distances are calculated from city centers using a road-curvature factor of about 1.18 over straight-line distance. Real-world mileage varies by route choice and traffic.