How far is Old Orchard Beach, ME from Waterville, ME?
The driving distance from Old Orchard Beach, ME to Waterville, ME is about 92.3 miles (148.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 30m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 80.5 miles (129.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 01m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
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 01h 30m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Old Orchard Beach and Waterville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Old Orchard Beach and Waterville.
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Start on Saco Avenue
1.8 mi · 3 min · Saco Avenue
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Continue on Ocean Park Road
1731 ft · 29 sec · Ocean Park Road
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Turn straight
2.2 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 95 North: Portland
3080 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Maine Turnpike
7.8 mi · 8 min · Maine Turnpike
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Keep slight right to continue on Downtown Portland
52.5 mi · 1 hr 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Maine Turnpike
24.2 mi · 26 min · Maine Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward ME 11, ME 137: Waterville, Oakland
897 ft · 28 sec
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Turn right onto Kennedy Memorial Drive
1.6 mi · 4 min · Kennedy Memorial Drive
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Continue on Silver Street
1.2 km · 1 min · Silver Street
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Turn slight left onto Elm Street
2457 ft · 1 min · Elm Street
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Turn right onto Post Office Square
13 m · 2 sec · Post Office Square
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Post Office Square
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Old Orchard Beach and Waterville.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Downtown Portland
Keep slight right to continue on Downtown Portland
52.5 mi · 01h 01m
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.
Sunny leaving Old Orchard Beach and Sunny near Waterville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Old Orchard Beach to Waterville?
The road trip is about 92.3 miles (148.6 km) and usually takes 01h 30m 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?
Topsham is a useful midpoint, sitting about 46.1 miles from Old Orchard Beach and 46.2 miles from Waterville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 80.5 miles (129.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.8 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 3:28 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.27 one way or $28.53 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 29 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Old Orchard Beach and Sunny near Waterville.
Stop Ideas Near Topsham
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 Topsham.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Old Orchard Beach and Waterville. Straight-line distance: 80.52 mi (129.58 km).
#1 Old Orchard Beach
Town and census-designated place in York County, Maine, United States
| Population | 9,095 |
| Coordinates | 43.5173100, -70.3775500 |
| Altitude | 13 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Waterville
City in Maine, United States
| Population | 16,579 |
| Coordinates | 44.5520100, -69.6317100 |
| Altitude | 33 |
| Country | United States |
End: Elm Street (-69.631853, 44.55206)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 149 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 04m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 09m |
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 | $4.38 | $14.27 | $28.53 |
| Mid-grade | $4.93 | $16.06 | $32.11 |
| Premium | $5.41 | $17.64 | $35.27 |
| Diesel | $6.44 | $20.98 | $41.96 |
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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