How far is Kenduskeag, ME from Saco, ME?
The driving distance from Kenduskeag, ME to Saco, ME is about 144.3 miles (232.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 123.3 miles (198.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 59m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
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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 02h 59m.
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.
Chance Rain Showers
Patchy Fog then Light Rain
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Kenduskeag and Saco.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kenduskeag and Saco.
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Start on Stetson Road
84 m · 14 sec · Stetson Road
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Turn left onto Levant Road
2.3 mi · 6 min · Levant Road
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Continue on Kenduskeag Road
1.5 mi · 4 min · Kenduskeag Road
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Turn slight left onto Wing Road
2.8 mi · 7 min · Wing Road
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Continue on Annis Road
1.5 mi · 4 min · Annis Road
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Turn right onto Route 2
2.6 mi · 4 min · Route 2
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Continue on Main Road
3.6 mi · 5 min · Main Road
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Continue on 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
50.5 mi · 59 min
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Keep slight left
2.6 mi · 4 min
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Merge slight left onto Maine Turnpike
7.3 mi · 8 min · Maine Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward I 195 East: Saco, Old Orchard Beach
965 ft · 27 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on RT-112 Buxton Rd: Saco, Buxton
2800 ft · 1 min
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Continue on RT-112 Buxton Rd: Saco, Buxton
769 ft · 19 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on RT-112 Buxton Rd: Saco, Buxton
965 ft · 30 sec
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Turn left onto Buxton Road
65 m · 4 sec · Buxton Road
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Continue on North Street
1.7 mi · 3 min · North Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
28 m · 3 sec · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Kenduskeag and Saco.
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Kenduskeag and Patchy Fog then Light Rain near Saco.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kenduskeag to Saco?
The road trip is about 144.3 miles (232.3 km) and usually takes 02h 59m 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 72.1 miles from Kenduskeag and 72.3 miles from Saco.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 123.3 miles (198.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 21 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:30 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.53 one way or $43.05 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Kenduskeag and Patchy Fog then Light Rain near Saco.
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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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kenduskeag and Saco. Straight-line distance: 123.32 mi (198.46 km).
#1 Kenduskeag
Town of the United States
| Population | 1,359 |
| Coordinates | 44.9195100, -68.9317000 |
| Altitude | 30 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Saco
City in York County, Maine
| Population | 20,121 |
| Coordinates | 43.5009200, -70.4428300 |
| Altitude | 20 |
| Country | United States |
End: Saco (-70.44283, 43.50092)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 232 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 48m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 48m |
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 | $4.23 | $21.53 | $43.05 |
| Mid-grade | $4.80 | $24.43 | $48.86 |
| Premium | $5.28 | $26.88 | $53.76 |
| Diesel | $6.39 | $32.54 | $65.07 |
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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