How far is Portland, ME from Burnham, ME?
The driving distance from Portland, ME to Burnham, ME is about 89.3 miles (143.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 82.6 miles (132.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 32m 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 46m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Portland and Burnham.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Portland and Burnham.
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Start on Congress Street
40 m · 12 sec · Congress Street
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Turn left onto Elm Street
158 m · 22 sec · Elm Street
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Turn right onto Cumberland Avenue
1719 ft · 44 sec · Cumberland Avenue
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Turn left onto Franklin Street
1945 ft · 37 sec · Franklin Street
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Take the ramp slight right
1614 ft · 39 sec
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Merge slight left
46.3 mi · 52 min
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Merge slight left onto Maine Turnpike
34.7 mi · 38 min · Maine Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward Clinton, Burnham
1739 ft · 49 sec
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Keep slight right
59 m · 5 sec
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Turn straight onto Hinckley Road
1.3 km · 1 min · Hinckley Road
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Continue on Baker Street
1209 ft · 29 sec · Baker Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Main Street
1.3 km · 2 min · Main Street
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Continue on Bangor Road
3.2 mi · 6 min · Bangor Road
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Continue on South Main Street
1.8 mi · 3 min · South Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Portland and Burnham.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Franklin Street
Merge slight left
46.3 mi · 00h 52m
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 leaving Portland and Mostly Sunny near Burnham.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Portland to Burnham?
The road trip is about 89.3 miles (143.7 km) and usually takes 01h 46m 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 44.6 miles from Portland and 44.7 miles from Burnham.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 82.6 miles (132.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.7 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 2:58 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.43 one way or $24.85 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 28 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Portland and Mostly Sunny near Burnham.
Stop Ideas Near Gardiner
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 Gardiner.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Portland and Burnham. Straight-line distance: 82.56 mi (132.86 km).
#1 Portland
The most populous city in Cumberland County, Maine.
| Population | 66,803 |
| Coordinates | 43.6573700, -70.2589000 |
| Altitude | 19 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Burnham
Town in Waldo County, Maine, United States of America
| Population | 1,243 |
| Coordinates | 44.6928400, -69.4275500 |
| Altitude | 43 |
| Country | United States |
End: Burnham (-69.42755, 44.69284)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 144 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 58m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 06m |
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 | $12.43 | $24.85 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $14.04 | $28.08 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $15.30 | $30.61 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $18.89 | $37.78 |
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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