How far is Scarborough, ME from Wells Beach Station, ME?
The driving distance from Scarborough, ME to Wells Beach Station, ME is about 29 miles (46.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 34m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 22.2 miles (35.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 08m 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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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in York County, Maine
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Scarborough and Wells Beach Station.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Scarborough and Wells Beach Station.
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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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Turn left onto Route 1
1.4 mi · 3 min · Route 1
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Turn right onto Haigis Parkway
1.4 mi · 3 min · Haigis Parkway
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Continue straight
671 ft · 19 sec
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Keep slight left
1.2 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto Maine Turnpike
22.5 mi · 24 min · Maine Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward ME 9, ME 109: Wells, Sanford
2472 ft · 1 min
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Turn left onto Sanford Road
1.4 km · 2 min · Sanford Road
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Turn left onto Depot Road
1147 ft · 39 sec · Depot Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Depot Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Scarborough and Wells Beach Station.
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.
Maine Turnpike
Merge slight left onto Maine Turnpike
22.5 mi · 00h 24m
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 then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Scarborough and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Wells Beach Station.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Scarborough to Wells Beach Station?
The road trip is about 29 miles (46.7 km) and usually takes 00h 34m 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?
Biddeford is a useful midpoint, sitting about 14.5 miles from Scarborough and 14.5 miles from Wells Beach Station.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 22.2 miles (35.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.8 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 7:22 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.02 one way or $8.05 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Scarborough and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Wells Beach Station.
Stop Ideas Near Biddeford
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 Biddeford.
Saco Transportation Center
Old Orchard Beach
Portland Transportation Center
Wells Regional Transportation Center
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Scarborough and Wells Beach Station. Straight-line distance: 22.17 mi (35.68 km).
#1 Scarborough
Town in Cumberland County, Maine, United States
| Population | 21,527 |
| Coordinates | 43.5781400, -70.3217200 |
| Altitude | 6 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Wells Beach Station
City in York County, Maine, United States of America
| Population | 10,162 |
| Coordinates | 43.3239700, -70.5914400 |
| Altitude | 30 |
| Country | United States |
End: Depot Road (-70.591459, 43.324005)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 47 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 21m |
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 | $4.02 | $8.05 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $4.55 | $9.09 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $4.96 | $9.91 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $6.12 | $12.23 |
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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