How far is Smithfield, ME from Auburn, ME?
The driving distance from Smithfield, ME to Auburn, ME is about 49.6 miles (79.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 10m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 41.8 miles (67.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 20m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 10m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Smithfield and Auburn.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Smithfield and Auburn.
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Start on Mikes Lane
104 m · 27 sec · Mikes Lane
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Turn right onto Village Road
4 mi · 9 min · Village Road
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Continue on Smithfield Road
5.5 mi · 10 min · Smithfield Road
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Continue on Oakland Road
3.2 mi · 5 min · Oakland Road
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Turn left onto Augusta Road
3.6 mi · 5 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
2.1 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 202 West, ME 11 West, ME 17 West, ME 100 West: Winthrop
1014 ft · 30 sec
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Turn right onto Western Avenue
2.8 mi · 3 min · Western Avenue
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Continue on US 202
12.8 mi · 15 min · US 202
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Continue on US Route 202
1.5 km · 1 min · US Route 202
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Continue on Route 202
2.7 mi · 3 min · Route 202
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Continue on US Route 202
1 km · 43 sec · US Route 202
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Continue on Route 202
3.8 mi · 4 min · Route 202
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Continue on Main Street
4.9 mi · 6 min · Main Street
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Continue on Court Street
2156 ft · 39 sec · Court Street
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Turn left onto Minot Avenue
541 ft · 42 sec · Minot Avenue
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Continue on Minot Avenue
139 m · 6 sec · Minot Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Minot Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Smithfield and Auburn.
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.
US 202
Continue on US 202
12.8 mi · 00h 15m
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 Smithfield and Chance Rain Showers near Auburn.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Smithfield to Auburn?
The road trip is about 49.6 miles (79.8 km) and usually takes 01h 10m 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?
Manchester is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26.6 miles from Smithfield and 23.1 miles from Auburn.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 41.8 miles (67.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.8 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:10 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 Chance Rain Showers around Smithfield and Chance Rain Showers near Auburn.
Stop Ideas Near Manchester
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 Manchester.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Smithfield and Auburn. Straight-line distance: 41.8 mi (67.27 km).
#1 Smithfield
Town in Maine, United States
| Population | 1,008 |
| Coordinates | 44.6303400, -69.8295000 |
| Altitude | 77 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Auburn
City in Maine, USA
| Population | 23,410 |
| Coordinates | 44.0978500, -70.2311700 |
| Altitude | 58 |
| Country | United States |
End: Minot Avenue (-70.231156, 44.097849)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 80 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 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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