How far is Rome, ME from Scarborough, ME?
The driving distance from Rome, ME to Scarborough, ME is about 83.6 miles (134.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 73.1 miles (117.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 35m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 47m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Sagadahoc County, Maine, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rome and Scarborough.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rome and Scarborough.
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Start on Rome Road
2.2 mi · 5 min · Rome Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Augusta Road
12.1 mi · 18 min · Augusta Road
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Continue on Belgrade Road
2.1 mi · 3 min · Belgrade Road
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Continue on Civic Center Drive
3.1 mi · 5 min · Civic Center Drive
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Take the ramp right
1194 ft · 29 sec
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Merge slight left
8.8 mi · 10 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 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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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 Rome and Scarborough.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 295 South
Keep slight right to continue on I 295 South, ME 9, ME 126: Gardiner, Brunswick
50.5 mi · 00h 59m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Rome and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Scarborough.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rome to Scarborough?
The road trip is about 83.6 miles (134.6 km) and usually takes 01h 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?
Bowdoinham is a useful midpoint, sitting about 41.8 miles from Rome and 41.8 miles from Scarborough.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 73.1 miles (117.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.5 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 2:54 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.64 one way or $23.28 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Rome and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Scarborough.
Stop Ideas Near Bowdoinham
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 Bowdoinham.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rome and Scarborough. Straight-line distance: 73.1 mi (117.65 km).
#1 Rome
City in Maine, USA
| Population | 1,013 |
| Coordinates | 44.5850600, -69.8692200 |
| Altitude | 90 |
| 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: Scarborough (-70.32172, 43.57814)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 135 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 47m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 05m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 02m |
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 | $11.64 | $23.28 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $13.15 | $26.30 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $14.33 | $28.66 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $17.69 | $35.38 |
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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