How far is Bridgton, ME from Portland, ME?
The driving distance from Bridgton, ME to Portland, ME is about 38.5 miles (62 km), with a travel time of about 01h 02m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 35.6 miles (57.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 04m 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.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 02m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bridgton and Portland.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bridgton and Portland.
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Start on Main Street
3071 ft · 42 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto Portland Road
4.3 mi · 5 min · Portland Road
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Continue on Roosevelt Trail
20.5 mi · 30 min · Roosevelt Trail
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Roosevelt Trail
86 m · 10 sec · Roosevelt Trail
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Exit the roundabout onto Roosevelt Trail
4.2 mi · 5 min · Roosevelt Trail
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Continue on Bridgton Road
3.8 mi · 8 min · Bridgton Road
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Continue on Forest Avenue
4.6 mi · 6 min · Forest Avenue
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Turn left onto Portland Street
1301 ft · 36 sec · Portland Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Preble Street
720 ft · 29 sec · Preble Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Congress Street
48 m · 5 sec · Congress Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Congress Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bridgton and Portland.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Roosevelt Trail
Continue on Roosevelt Trail
20.5 mi · 00h 30m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Bridgton and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Portland.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bridgton to Portland?
The road trip is about 38.5 miles (62 km) and usually takes 01h 02m 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?
Raymond is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.2 miles from Bridgton and 19.3 miles from Portland.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 35.6 miles (57.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.9 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 4:26 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.37 one way or $10.73 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Bridgton and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Portland.
Stop Ideas Near Raymond
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Raymond.
Freeport
Portland Transportation Center
Brunswick Maine Street Station
Old Orchard Beach
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bridgton and Portland. Straight-line distance: 35.57 mi (57.25 km).
#1 Bridgton
Town in Maine, United States
| Population | 5,509 |
| Coordinates | 44.0547900, -70.7128400 |
| Altitude | 137 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Portland
The most populous city in Cumberland County, Maine.
| Population | 66,803 |
| Coordinates | 43.6573700, -70.2589000 |
| Altitude | 19 |
| Country | United States |
End: Congress Street (-70.259094, 43.657504)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 62 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 28m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.95 | $5.37 | $10.73 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $6.06 | $12.12 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $6.61 | $13.21 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $8.16 | $16.31 |
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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