How far is South Portland Gardens, ME from Strong, ME?

The driving distance from South Portland Gardens, ME to Strong, ME is about 91.2 miles (146.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 00m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 80.9 miles (130.2 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 00m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
91.22 mi
02h 00m
Flight
80.88 mi
130.16 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
80.88 mi
Kilometers
130.16 km
Flight Time
00h 09m

Driving Distance

Road route
91.22 mi
Kilometers
146.81 km
Drive Time
02h 00m

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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 02h 00m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Strong
Sun, May 3, 2:12 AM EDT
Return by in South Portland Gardens
Sun, May 3, 4:12 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave South Portland Gardens
2026-05-03T00:12
Arrive Strong
Sun, May 3, 2:12 AM EDT
Route Timing
02h 00m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
2:30 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in South Portland Gardens
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Turner
ME

U.

From South Portland Gardens
45.6 mi
01h 00m
To Strong
45.6 mi
01h 00m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
51°F
Sunday

Slight Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Sun, May 3 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph W
Destination
52°F
Sunday

Slight Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Sun, May 3 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph W

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between South Portland Gardens and Strong.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between South Portland Gardens and Strong.

  1. 1

    Start on Devereaux Circle

    1156 ft · 51 sec · Devereaux Circle

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Westbrook Street

    701 ft · 19 sec · Westbrook Street

  3. 3

    Turn right onto Western Avenue

    1.3 mi · 2 min · Western Avenue

  4. 4

    Continue on Johnson Road

    881 ft · 22 sec · Johnson Road

  5. 5

    Turn left onto Skyway Drive

    759 ft · 29 sec · Skyway Drive

  6. 6

    Take the ramp left

    1615 ft · 1 min

  7. 7

    Merge slight left onto Maine Turnpike

    20.2 mi · 23 min · Maine Turnpike

  8. 8

    Keep slight left to continue on Maine Turnpike

    8.1 mi · 9 min · Maine Turnpike

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right toward US 202, ME 4, ME 100: Auburn

    1630 ft · 42 sec

  10. 10

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Washington Street

    4.2 mi · 6 min · Washington Street

  11. 11

    Merge slight right onto Minot Avenue

    2665 ft · 39 sec · Minot Avenue

  12. 12

    Continue on Union Street Bypass

    2067 ft · 31 sec · Union Street Bypass

  13. 13

    Merge slight right onto Center Street

    2.9 mi · 4 min · Center Street

  14. 14

    Continue on Turner Road

    2.9 mi · 3 min · Turner Road

  15. 15

    Continue on Auburn Road

    12.7 mi · 14 min · Auburn Road

  16. 16

    Continue on Federal Road

    9.5 mi · 11 min · Federal Road

  17. 17

    Continue on Bridge Street

    155 m · 11 sec · Bridge Street

  18. 18

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Main Street

    8.3 mi · 9 min · Main Street

  19. 19

    Merge slight right onto United States Highway 2

    1450 ft · 19 sec · United States Highway 2

  20. 20

    Continue on US Route 2 East

    4.2 mi · 7 min · US Route 2 East

  21. 21

    Continue on Wilton Road

    3 mi · 6 min · Wilton Road

  22. 22

    Turn left onto Oakes Street

    1201 ft · 33 sec · Oakes Street

  23. 23

    Continue on Town Farm Road

    3.2 mi · 8 min · Town Farm Road

  24. 24

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Fairbanks Road

    2.3 mi · 3 min · Fairbanks Road

  25. 25

    Continue on Farmington Road

    5.3 mi · 8 min · Farmington Road

  26. 26

    Turn right onto South Main Street

    1914 ft · 38 sec · South Main Street

  27. 27

    Turn straight onto Lambert Hill Road

    38 m · 3 sec · Lambert Hill Road

  28. 28

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Lambert Hill Road

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between South Portland Gardens and Strong.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

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.

Directions
28 steps
12 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
6
4 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
30.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Maine Turnpike
28.3 mi · 31%
Auburn Road
12.7 mi · 14%
Federal Road
9.47 mi · 10%
Main Street
8.29 mi · 9%
Farmington Road
5.35 mi · 6%
Washington Street
4.23 mi · 5%
Longest Stretch

Maine Turnpike

Merge slight left onto Maine Turnpike

20.2 mi · 00h 23m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 00m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 00m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+10.3 mi
80.9 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Turner
01h 00m from South Portland Gardens
Leave By
2:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving South Portland Gardens and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Strong.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from South Portland Gardens to Strong?

The road trip is about 91.2 miles (146.8 km) and usually takes 02h 00m 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?

Turner is a useful midpoint, sitting about 45.6 miles from South Portland Gardens and 45.6 miles from Strong.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 80.9 miles (130.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.3 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 2:30 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.70 one way or $25.41 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 28.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around South Portland Gardens and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Strong.

Stop Ideas Near Turner

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Turner, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Turner.

BUS

Augusta, ME

38 mi away
9 Industrial Drive
RAIL

Freeport

46 mi away
36 Depot Street
BUS

Brunswick Maine Street Station

47 mi away
101 Bath Rd.
BUS

Bath, Maine

52 mi away
10 State Rd

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between South Portland Gardens and Strong. Straight-line distance: 80.88 mi (130.16 km).

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#1 South Portland Gardens

City in Cumberland County, Maine, United States of America

Population23,893
Coordinates43.6389700, -70.3153300
Altitude15
CountryUnited States
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#2 Strong

Town in Franklin County, Maine, United States of America

Population1,152
Coordinates44.8075600, -70.2209000
Altitude155
CountryUnited States
Start: South Portland Gardens (-70.31533, 43.63897)
End: Strong (-70.2209, 44.80756)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 147 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 02m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 16m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 49m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 31m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 18m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 08m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
3.22 gal
12.19 L · about $12.70
Round trip
$25.41
6.44 gal · 24.38 L
Estimated CO2
28.6 kg one way
Round trip: 57.2 kg / 126 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.95 $12.70 $25.41
Mid-grade $4.46 $14.35 $28.70
Premium $4.86 $15.64 $31.29
Diesel $6.00 $19.31 $38.62

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Maine · May 03, 2026

There is no time difference between South Portland Gardens and Strong. The current time is 00:12:04.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.