How far is Sanford, ME from Pittston, ME?
The driving distance from Sanford, ME to Pittston, ME is about 84.1 miles (135.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 43m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 74.2 miles (119.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 27m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
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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.
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 01h 43m.
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.
Census-designated place in Cumberland County, Maine
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 Sanford and Pittston.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sanford and Pittston.
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Start on the route
27 m ยท 8 sec
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Turn right onto Washington Street
763 ft ยท 23 sec ยท Washington Street
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Continue on River Street
872 ft ยท 26 sec ยท River Street
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Turn right onto Cottage Street
1.2 mi ยท 3 min ยท Cottage Street
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Continue on Sanford Road
2.4 mi ยท 4 min ยท Sanford Road
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Continue on Biddeford Road
1.8 mi ยท 2 min ยท Biddeford Road
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Continue on Alfred Road
8.2 mi ยท 9 min ยท Alfred Road
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Continue on Alfred Street
1.4 mi ยท 2 min ยท Alfred Street
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Take the ramp left
735 ft ยท 1 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 95 North Toll: Portland, Augusta
1317 ft ยท 33 sec
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Merge slight left onto Maine Turnpike
12.2 mi ยท 13 min ยท Maine Turnpike
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Keep slight right to continue on Downtown Portland
51.3 mi ยท 59 min
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Take the exit slight right toward ME 9, ME 126: Litchfield, Gardiner
1774 ft ยท 50 sec
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Turn right onto Lewiston Road
1.1 mi ยท 2 min ยท Lewiston Road
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Continue on Cobbossee Avenue
1.1 km ยท 60 sec ยท Cobbossee Avenue
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Continue on Lewiston Road
642 ft ยท 11 sec ยท Lewiston Road
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Continue on Central Street
916 ft ยท 15 sec ยท Central Street
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Turn straight onto Water Street
1.4 km ยท 1 min ยท Water Street
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Turn left onto Bridge Street
2616 ft ยท 49 sec ยท Bridge Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Water Street
1.4 km ยท 2 min ยท Water Street
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Turn left onto Whitefield Road
569 ft ยท 16 sec ยท Whitefield Road
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Turn right onto Pittston School Street
586 ft ยท 26 sec ยท Pittston School Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m ยท 1 sec ยท Pittston School Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sanford and Pittston.
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
51.3 mi ยท 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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Sanford and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Pittston.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sanford to Pittston?
The road trip is about 84.1 miles (135.3 km) and usually takes 01h 43m 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?
Yarmouth is a useful midpoint, sitting about 42 miles from Sanford and 42.1 miles from Pittston.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 74.2 miles (119.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.9 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:02 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.38 one way or $24.77 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Sanford and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Pittston.
Stop Ideas Near Yarmouth
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 Yarmouth.
Freeport
Portland Transportation Center
Brunswick Maine Street Station
Bath, Maine
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sanford and Pittston. Straight-line distance: 74.17 mi (119.36 km).
#1 Sanford
City in York County, Maine, United States
| Population | 21,253 |
| Coordinates | 43.4392500, -70.7742200 |
| Altitude | 92 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Pittston
Town in Maine, United States of America
| Population | 2,819 |
| Coordinates | 44.2217400, -69.7556000 |
| Altitude | 25 |
| Country | United States |
End: Pittston (-69.7556, 44.22174)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 135 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 48m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 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 | $4.17 | $12.38 | $24.77 |
| Mid-grade | $4.77 | $14.17 | $28.35 |
| Premium | $5.24 | $15.57 | $31.14 |
| Diesel | $6.33 | $18.81 | $37.62 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Maine ยท Nov 09, 2026