How far is Richmond, ME from South Portland Gardens, ME?
The driving distance from Richmond, ME to South Portland Gardens, ME is about 45.7 miles (73.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 40.3 miles (64.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 34m 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
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 00h 47m.
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 South Portland Gardens.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Richmond and South Portland Gardens.
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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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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
40.6 mi · 48 min
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Take the exit slight right toward ME 9: Jetport
1039 ft · 30 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on ME 9: Jetport
149 m · 16 sec
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Turn straight onto Westbrook Street
765 ft · 22 sec · Westbrook Street
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Turn slight right
68 m · 8 sec
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Turn straight onto Westbrook Street
740 ft · 21 sec · Westbrook Street
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Turn left onto Devereaux Circle
1156 ft · 51 sec · Devereaux Circle
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Devereaux Circle
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Richmond and South Portland Gardens.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Main Street
Merge slight right
40.6 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 South Portland Gardens.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Richmond to South Portland Gardens?
The road trip is about 45.7 miles (73.6 km) and usually takes 00h 47m 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 22.8 miles from Richmond and 22.9 miles from South Portland Gardens.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 40.3 miles (64.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.4 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 4:56 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.35 one way or $12.70 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.3 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 South Portland Gardens.
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 South Portland Gardens. Straight-line distance: 40.26 mi (64.8 km).
#1 Richmond
Town in Maine, United States of America
| Population | 3,485 |
| Coordinates | 44.0873000, -69.7989300 |
| Altitude | 0 |
| Country | United States |
#2 South Portland Gardens
City in Cumberland County, Maine, United States of America
| Population | 23,893 |
| Coordinates | 43.6389700, -70.3153300 |
| Altitude | 15 |
| Country | United States |
End: Devereaux Circle (-70.31519, 43.639038)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 74 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 34m |
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 | $6.35 | $12.70 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $7.18 | $14.35 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $7.82 | $15.64 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $9.66 | $19.31 |
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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