How far is Kenduskeag, ME from Sanford, ME?
The driving distance from Kenduskeag, ME to Sanford, ME is about 156.5 miles (251.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 44m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 137.1 miles (220.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 28m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 44m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Kenduskeag and Sanford.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kenduskeag and Sanford.
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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
11.6 mi · 12 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 Kenduskeag and Sanford.
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.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Kenduskeag and Rain Showers Likely near Sanford.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kenduskeag to Sanford?
The road trip is about 156.5 miles (251.9 km) and usually takes 02h 44m 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?
Gardiner is a useful midpoint, sitting about 81 miles from Kenduskeag and 75.6 miles from Sanford.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 137.1 miles (220.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.4 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 1:02 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.78 one way or $43.55 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 49.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Kenduskeag and Rain Showers Likely near Sanford.
Stop Ideas Near Gardiner
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kenduskeag and Sanford. Straight-line distance: 137.09 mi (220.63 km).
#1 Kenduskeag
Town of the United States
| Population | 1,359 |
| Coordinates | 44.9195100, -68.9317000 |
| Altitude | 30 |
| 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: 252 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 12m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 07m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 57m |
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 | $21.78 | $43.55 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $24.60 | $49.21 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $26.82 | $53.63 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $33.10 | $66.21 |
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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