How far is Richmond, ME from Scarborough, ME?
The driving distance from Richmond, ME to Scarborough, ME is about 49.8 miles (80.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 43.8 miles (70.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 43m 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
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 51m.
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.
Town in Maine, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Cloudy then Isolated Rain Showers
Areas Of Fog
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Richmond and Scarborough.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Richmond and Scarborough.
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Start on the route
86 m · 23 sec
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Turn right
17 m · 5 sec
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3
Turn right onto Front Street
90 m · 14 sec · Front Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
3.7 mi · 9 min · Main Street
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Take the ramp left
2136 ft · 52 sec
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Merge slight right
41 mi · 48 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Scarborough Connector
2.1 mi · 3 min · Scarborough Connector
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Turn straight onto Route 1
1.2 mi · 3 min · Route 1
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9
Turn left onto Black Point Road
1.2 mi · 3 min · Black Point Road
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Turn left onto Highland Avenue
81 m · 8 sec · Highland Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Highland Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Richmond and Scarborough.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Main Street
Merge slight right
41 mi · 00h 48m
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 Cloudy then Isolated Rain Showers leaving Richmond and Areas Of Fog near Scarborough.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Richmond to Scarborough?
The road trip is about 49.8 miles (80.1 km) and usually takes 00h 51m 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?
Freeport is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24.9 miles from Richmond and 24.9 miles from Scarborough.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 43.8 miles (70.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 6 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 4:46 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.94 one way or $13.89 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy then Isolated Rain Showers around Richmond and Areas Of Fog near Scarborough.
Stop Ideas Near Freeport
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 Freeport.
Freeport
Brunswick Maine Street Station
Bath, Maine
Portland Transportation Center
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Richmond and Scarborough. Straight-line distance: 43.78 mi (70.45 km).
#1 Richmond
Town in Maine, United States of America
| Population | 3,485 |
| Coordinates | 44.0873000, -69.7989300 |
| Altitude | 0 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Scarborough
Town in Cumberland County, Maine, United States
| Population | 21,527 |
| Coordinates | 43.5781400, -70.3217200 |
| Altitude | 6 |
| Country | United States |
End: Highland Avenue (-70.32172, 43.57814)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 80 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 37m |
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 | $6.94 | $13.89 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $7.84 | $15.69 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $8.55 | $17.10 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $10.55 | $21.11 |
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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