How far is Carmel, ME from Portland, ME?
The driving distance from Carmel, ME to Portland, ME is about 114.3 miles (184 km), with a travel time of about 01h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 98.9 miles (159.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 38m 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
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 49m.
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.
County seat in Kennebec County, Maine, USA and Maine federated state capital city
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
Scattered Rain Showers then Chance Light Rain
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Carmel and Portland.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Carmel and Portland.
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Start on Main Road
39 m · 9 sec · Main Road
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Turn sharp right onto Plymouth Road
2.8 mi · 5 min · Plymouth Road
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Turn left onto Dixmont Road
121 m · 10 sec · Dixmont Road
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Take the ramp right
1281 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left
63.5 mi · 1 hr 9 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 295 South, ME 9, ME 126: Gardiner, Brunswick
46.5 mi · 53 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 1A
1.2 km · 2 min
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Turn right onto Cumberland Avenue
1853 ft · 51 sec · Cumberland Avenue
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Turn left onto Preble Street
555 ft · 19 sec · Preble Street
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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 Carmel and Portland.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Dixmont Road
Merge slight left
63.5 mi · 01h 09m
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.
Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers leaving Carmel and Scattered Rain Showers then Chance Light Rain near Portland.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Carmel to Portland?
The road trip is about 114.3 miles (184 km) and usually takes 01h 49m 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?
Augusta is a useful midpoint, sitting about 57.2 miles from Carmel and 57.2 miles from Portland.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 98.9 miles (159.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.4 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 2:52 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.94 one way or $31.88 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 35.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers around Carmel and Scattered Rain Showers then Chance Light Rain near Portland.
Stop Ideas Near Augusta
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 Augusta.
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Wiscasset, Maine
Damariscotta, Maine
Waldoboro, Maine
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Carmel and Portland. Straight-line distance: 98.9 mi (159.17 km).
#1 Carmel
Town in Maine, United States
| Population | 2,857 |
| Coordinates | 44.7975700, -69.0511500 |
| Altitude | 53 |
| 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: 184 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 48m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 25m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.95 | $15.94 | $31.88 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $18.01 | $36.01 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $19.63 | $39.25 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $24.23 | $48.46 |
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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