How far is Biddeford, ME from Benton, ME?
The driving distance from Biddeford, ME to Benton, ME is about 97.1 miles (156.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 87.9 miles (141.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 53m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 56m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Sagadahoc County, Maine, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Biddeford and Benton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Biddeford and Benton.
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Start on Main Street
1.4 km · 1 min · Main Street
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Turn left onto Beach Street
49 m · 5 sec · Beach Street
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Continue on North Street
1.4 mi · 3 min · North Street
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Take the ramp left toward I 95 North: Portland
3039 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Maine Turnpike
8.8 mi · 9 min · Maine Turnpike
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Keep slight right to continue on Downtown Portland
52.5 mi · 1 hr 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Maine Turnpike
29.3 mi · 32 min · Maine Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward ME 139: Fairfield, Benton
1278 ft · 36 sec
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Turn right onto Western Avenue
1.4 km · 2 min · Western Avenue
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Turn right onto Newhall Street
1147 ft · 38 sec · Newhall Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Lawrence Avenue
152 m · 16 sec · Lawrence Avenue
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Continue on Bridge Street
2449 ft · 1 min · Bridge Street
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Continue on Neck Road
1.7 mi · 3 min · Neck Road
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Turn left onto Clinton Avenue
140 m · 12 sec · Clinton Avenue
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Turn right onto Sebasticook Bridge Road
20 m · 2 sec · Sebasticook Bridge Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Sebasticook Bridge Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Biddeford and Benton.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Downtown Portland
Keep slight right to continue on Downtown Portland
52.5 mi · 01h 01m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Areas Of Fog leaving Biddeford and Chance Rain Showers near Benton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Biddeford to Benton?
The road trip is about 97.1 miles (156.2 km) and usually takes 01h 56m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Bowdoinham is a useful midpoint, sitting about 48.5 miles from Biddeford and 48.5 miles from Benton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 87.9 miles (141.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.2 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:36 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.49 one way or $26.98 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 30.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Areas Of Fog around Biddeford and Chance Rain Showers near Benton.
Stop Ideas Near Bowdoinham
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Biddeford and Benton. Straight-line distance: 87.86 mi (141.39 km).
#1 Biddeford
City in York County, Maine
| Population | 21,500 |
| Coordinates | 43.4925800, -70.4533800 |
| Altitude | 21 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Benton
Town in Maine, United States
| Population | 2,720 |
| Coordinates | 44.5861800, -69.5508800 |
| Altitude | 30 |
| Country | United States |
End: Benton (-69.55088, 44.58618)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 156 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 12m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.95 | $13.49 | $26.98 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $15.24 | $30.49 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $16.61 | $33.23 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $20.51 | $41.02 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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