How far is Sanford, ME from Wells, ME?
The driving distance from Sanford, ME to Wells, ME is about 13.8 miles (22.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 12.6 miles (20.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 55m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 27m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in York County, Maine
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sanford and Wells.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sanford and Wells.
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Start on the route
27 m · 13 sec
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Turn left onto Washington Street
89 m · 15 sec · Washington Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Main Street
2.6 mi · 7 min · Main Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward South Sanford Circle
39 m · 3 sec · Main Street
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Exit the rotary onto Main Street
4.2 mi · 7 min · Main Street
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Continue on Sanford Road
6.9 mi · 13 min · Sanford Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Post Road
29 m · 2 sec · Post Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Post Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sanford and Wells.
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.
Sanford Road
Continue on Sanford Road
6.92 mi · 00h 13m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Sunny leaving Sanford and Mostly Sunny near Wells.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sanford to Wells?
The road trip is about 13.8 miles (22.2 km) and usually takes 00h 27m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
South Sanford is a useful midpoint, sitting about 6.9 miles from Sanford and 6.9 miles from Wells.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 12.6 miles (20.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.2 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:34 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.93 one way or $3.87 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Sanford and Mostly Sunny near Wells.
Stop Ideas Near South Sanford
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 South Sanford.
Wells Regional Transportation Center
Dover Transportation Center
Saco Transportation Center
Old Orchard Beach
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sanford and Wells. Straight-line distance: 12.64 mi (20.35 km).
#1 Sanford
City in York County, Maine, United States
| Population | 21,253 |
| Coordinates | 43.4392500, -70.7742200 |
| Altitude | 92 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Wells
Town in York County, Maine, United States
| Population | 10,819 |
| Coordinates | 43.3220300, -70.5808900 |
| Altitude | 20 |
| Country | United States |
End: Wells (-70.58089, 43.32203)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 22 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 10m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.95 | $1.93 | $3.87 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $2.18 | $4.37 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $2.38 | $4.76 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $2.94 | $5.88 |
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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