How far is South Portland Gardens, ME from Solon, ME?
The driving distance from South Portland Gardens, ME to Solon, ME is about 111.8 miles (179.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 16m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 93.3 miles (150.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 32m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 16m.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between South Portland Gardens and Solon.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Portland Gardens and Solon.
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Start on Devereaux Circle
1156 ft · 51 sec · Devereaux Circle
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Turn right onto Westbrook Street
813 ft · 28 sec · Westbrook Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Western Avenue
63 m · 8 sec · Western Avenue
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Continue on Westbrook Street
531 ft · 15 sec · Westbrook Street
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 295 North: Portland
1.4 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
49.9 mi · 58 min
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Merge slight left onto Maine Turnpike
30.5 mi · 34 min · Maine Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward US 201: Fairfield, Skowhegan
1186 ft · 33 sec
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Keep slight right
33 m · 3 sec
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Merge slight left onto Skowhegan Road
7.6 mi · 11 min · Skowhegan Road
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Continue on Waterville Road
6.8 mi · 9 min · Waterville Road
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Turn right onto Main Street
63 m · 7 sec · Main Street
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Continue on Island Avenue
1184 ft · 33 sec · Island Avenue
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Continue on Water Street
114 m · 16 sec · Water Street
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Take the exit left
40 m · 9 sec
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Turn left onto Commercial Street
131 m · 16 sec · Commercial Street
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Turn right onto Madison Avenue
1.6 mi · 4 min · Madison Avenue
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Continue on South Main Street
13.3 mi · 15 min · South Main Street
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Turn right onto Pleasant Street
107 m · 10 sec · Pleasant Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Pleasant Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between South Portland Gardens and Solon.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 295 North
Merge slight left
49.9 mi · 00h 58m
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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving South Portland Gardens and Chance Rain Showers near Solon.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from South Portland Gardens to Solon?
The road trip is about 111.8 miles (179.9 km) and usually takes 02h 16m 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?
Hallowell is a useful midpoint, sitting about 55.9 miles from South Portland Gardens and 55.9 miles from Solon.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 93.3 miles (150.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.5 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 1:58 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.54 one way or $31.09 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 35 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around South Portland Gardens and Chance Rain Showers near Solon.
Stop Ideas Near Hallowell
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between South Portland Gardens and Solon. Straight-line distance: 93.32 mi (150.19 km).
#1 South Portland Gardens
City in Cumberland County, Maine, United States of America
| Population | 23,893 |
| Coordinates | 43.6389700, -70.3153300 |
| Altitude | 15 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Solon
Town in Maine, United States
| Population | 1,078 |
| Coordinates | 44.9495000, -69.8583900 |
| Altitude | 123 |
| Country | United States |
End: Solon (-69.85839, 44.9495)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 180 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 47m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 51m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 23m |
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 | $15.54 | $31.09 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $17.56 | $35.12 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $19.14 | $38.28 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $23.63 | $47.26 |
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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