How far is Dixfield, ME from Sanford, ME?
Fastest route
The route from Dixfield, Maine 04224 to Sanford, Maine is approximately 101 miles and takes about 1 hour and 48 minutes via I-95 S. The route includes tolls.
Directions
- Head south on Weld St toward Main St.
- Turn right onto Main St/U.S. Rte 2 W.
- Continue to follow U.S. Rte 2 W.
- Follow ME-108 E and ME-4 S to Minot Ave in Auburn.
- Pass by KFC (on the left) after 19.6 miles.
- Use the right 2 lanes to turn slightly right onto Union St.
- Take I-95 S to ME-111 W/Alfred Rd in Biddeford. Take exit 32 from I-95 S.
- Continue onto Washington St.
- Keep left at the fork, follow signs for I-95/Maine Turnpike/Portland/Boston, and merge onto I-95 S/Maine Turnpike (toll road).
- Keep left at the fork to continue on I-95 S (toll road).
- Take exit 32 toward ME-111 W/Alfred Rd (toll road).
- Use the right 2 lanes to turn right onto ME-111 W/Alfred Rd.
- Follow ME-111 W.
- Follow River St and Washington St to Sb Emery Ct.
- Turn right onto Washington St.
- Turn left onto Sb Emery Ct.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Follow the signs for I-95/Maine Turnpike/Portland/Boston to stay on the correct route.
- 💰 Be prepared for tolls along the way.
- ⛽ Make sure to fuel up your vehicle before starting the journey.
- 🚧 Stay alert for any road construction or traffic conditions that may affect travel time.
- 🗺️ Consider using a navigation app or GPS device for real-time directions and updates.
- 📅 Plan your trip and departure time according to traffic conditions to minimize delays.
- 🍽️ Pack some snacks and drinks for the journey to stay refreshed and energized.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 00m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Maine, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Dixfield and Sanford.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dixfield and Sanford.
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Start on Weld Street
1048 ft · 29 sec · Weld Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Main Street
690 ft · 23 sec · Main Street
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Continue on River Road
1075 ft · 41 sec · River Road
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Turn left onto McLain Street
132 m · 7 sec · McLain Street
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Continue on North Main Street
1217 ft · 25 sec · North Main Street
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Turn left onto Auburn Road
6.7 mi · 10 min · Auburn Road
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Continue on Pleasant Street
4 mi · 6 min · Pleasant Street
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Continue on Turner Street
3 mi · 4 min · Turner Street
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Continue on Turner Road
1011 ft · 17 sec · Turner Road
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Continue on Canton Road
2.6 mi · 4 min · Canton Road
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Merge slight left onto Federal Road
1.2 mi · 1 min · Federal Road
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Continue on Auburn Road
12.7 mi · 14 min · Auburn Road
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Continue on Turner Road
2.9 mi · 3 min · Turner Road
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Continue on Center Street
2.9 mi · 4 min · Center Street
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Keep slight right to continue on Union Street Bypass
2191 ft · 30 sec · Union Street Bypass
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Continue on Minot Avenue
1.1 km · 51 sec · Minot Avenue
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Turn slight left onto Washington Street
4.1 mi · 5 min · Washington Street
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Take the exit slight right
762 ft · 19 sec
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Keep slight left
2668 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Maine Turnpike
7.7 mi · 8 min · Maine Turnpike
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Keep slight left to continue on Maine Turnpike
34.7 mi · 39 min · Maine Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward ME 111: Biddeford
1.2 km · 2 min
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Turn right onto Alfred Street
1.4 mi · 2 min · Alfred Street
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Continue on Alfred Road
8.2 mi · 9 min · Alfred Road
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Continue on Biddeford Road
1.8 mi · 2 min · Biddeford Road
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Continue on Sanford Road
2.4 mi · 4 min · Sanford Road
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Continue on Cottage Street
1.2 mi · 3 min · Cottage Street
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Turn left onto River Street
872 ft · 26 sec · River Street
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Continue on Washington Street
763 ft · 25 sec · Washington Street
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Turn left
27 m · 7 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Dixfield and Sanford.
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.
Maine Turnpike
Keep slight left to continue on Maine Turnpike
34.7 mi · 00h 39m
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.
Slight Chance Snow Showers then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Dixfield and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy near Sanford.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Dixfield to Sanford?
The road trip is about 101.7 miles (163.7 km) and usually takes 02h 00m 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?
New Gloucester is a useful midpoint, sitting about 50.7 miles from Dixfield and 51 miles from Sanford.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 77.3 miles (124.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.4 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 2:30 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.16 one way or $28.33 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Snow Showers then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Dixfield and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy near Sanford.
Stop Ideas Near New Gloucester
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 New Gloucester.
Freeport
Brunswick Maine Street Station
Portland Transportation Center
Bath, Maine
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Dixfield and Sanford. Straight-line distance: 77.27 mi (124.36 km).
#1 Dixfield
City in Oxford County, Maine, United States of America
| Population | 2,481 |
| Coordinates | 44.5339500, -70.4559000 |
| Altitude | 133 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sanford
City in York County, Maine, United States
| Population | 21,253 |
| Coordinates | 43.4392500, -70.7742200 |
| Altitude | 92 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-70.77414, 43.439348)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 164 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 16m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.95 | $14.16 | $28.33 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $16.00 | $32.00 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $17.44 | $34.88 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $21.53 | $43.06 |
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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