How far is Scarborough, ME from Fryeburg, ME?
The driving distance from Scarborough, ME to Fryeburg, ME is about 49.8 miles (80.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 23m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 44.7 miles (71.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 46m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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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 01h 23m.
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
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Cloudy
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Scarborough and Fryeburg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Scarborough and Fryeburg.
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Start on Highland Avenue
81 m · 11 sec · Highland Avenue
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Turn right onto Black Point Road
1.2 mi · 3 min · Black Point Road
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Continue on Gorham Road
5.4 mi · 11 min · Gorham Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto County Road
1.4 km · 2 min · County Road
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Turn slight right onto South Street
1.4 km · 2 min · South Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward South Street
26 m · 2 sec · South Street
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Exit the roundabout onto South Street
2 mi · 4 min · South Street
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Turn left onto State Street
1.6 km · 1 min · State Street
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Continue on Ossipee Trail East
973 ft · 16 sec · Ossipee Trail East
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Ossipee Trail
21 m · 1 sec · Ossipee Trail
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Exit the roundabout onto Ossipee Trail
7.8 mi · 12 min · Ossipee Trail
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Turn right
30.2 mi · 49 min
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Turn left onto Main Street
34 m · 4 sec · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Scarborough and Fryeburg.
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.
Longest stretch
Turn right
30.2 mi · 00h 49m
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 leaving Scarborough and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy near Fryeburg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Scarborough to Fryeburg?
The road trip is about 49.8 miles (80.1 km) and usually takes 01h 23m 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?
Limington is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24.9 miles from Scarborough and 24.9 miles from Fryeburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 44.7 miles (71.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.1 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 3:44 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.90 one way or $13.81 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Scarborough and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy near Fryeburg.
Stop Ideas Near Limington
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 Limington.
Saco Transportation Center
Portland Transportation Center
Old Orchard Beach
Conway, New Hampshire
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Scarborough and Fryeburg. Straight-line distance: 44.69 mi (71.92 km).
#1 Scarborough
Town in Cumberland County, Maine, United States
| Population | 21,527 |
| Coordinates | 43.5781400, -70.3217200 |
| Altitude | 6 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Fryeburg
City in Maine, United States
| Population | 3,436 |
| Coordinates | 44.0164600, -70.9806200 |
| Altitude | 131 |
| Country | United States |
End: Fryeburg (-70.98062, 44.01646)
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 | $6.90 | $13.81 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $7.80 | $15.60 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $8.50 | $17.00 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $10.49 | $20.99 |
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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