How far is Wells Beach Station, ME from Augusta, ME?
The driving distance from Wells Beach Station, ME to Augusta, ME is about 86.8 miles (139.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 25m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 79.3 miles (127.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 51m 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
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 25m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
Census-designated place in Cumberland County, Maine
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Rain Showers Likely
Rain Showers Likely
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Wells Beach Station and Augusta.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wells Beach Station and Augusta.
-
1
Start on Depot Road
1147 ft · 41 sec · Depot Road
-
2
Turn right onto Sanford Road
1.4 km · 2 min · Sanford Road
-
3
Take the ramp right
83 m · 7 sec
-
4
Keep slight left
1.1 km · 1 min
-
5
Merge slight left onto Maine Turnpike
24.2 mi · 26 min · Maine Turnpike
-
6
Keep slight right to continue on Downtown Portland
52.5 mi · 1 hr 1 min
-
7
Merge slight left onto Maine Turnpike
6.3 mi · 7 min · Maine Turnpike
-
8
Take the exit slight right toward US 202, ME 11, ME 17, ME 100: Augusta, Winthrop
1520 ft · 42 sec
-
9
Keep slight right to continue on US 202, ME 11, ME 17, ME 100: Augusta
790 ft · 20 sec
-
10
Turn straight onto Western Avenue
2941 ft · 2 min · Western Avenue
-
11
Turn right onto Armory Street
915 ft · 18 sec · Armory Street
-
12
Continue on Capitol Street
1.3 km · 2 min · Capitol Street
-
13
Turn left onto State Street
1040 ft · 19 sec · State Street
-
14
Enter the roundabout toward Memorial Circle
142 m · 8 sec · Memorial Circle
-
15
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Memorial Circle
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Wells Beach Station and Augusta.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Downtown Portland
Keep slight right to continue on Downtown Portland
52.5 mi · 01h 01m
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.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Wells Beach Station and Rain Showers Likely near Augusta.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Wells Beach Station to Augusta?
The road trip is about 86.8 miles (139.7 km) and usually takes 01h 25m 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?
Yarmouth is a useful midpoint, sitting about 43.5 miles from Wells Beach Station and 43.3 miles from Augusta.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 79.3 miles (127.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.5 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 3:38 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.07 one way or $24.14 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Wells Beach Station and Rain Showers Likely near Augusta.
Stop Ideas Near Yarmouth
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 Yarmouth.
Freeport
Portland Transportation Center
Brunswick Maine Street Station
Bath, Maine
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wells Beach Station and Augusta. Straight-line distance: 79.28 mi (127.59 km).
#1 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 |
#2 Augusta
County seat in Kennebec County, Maine, USA and Maine federated state capital city
| Population | 18,747 |
| Coordinates | 44.3106200, -69.7794900 |
| Altitude | 38 |
| Country | United States |
End: Memorial Circle (-69.779631, 44.310703)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 140 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 04m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.95 | $12.07 | $24.14 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $13.64 | $27.28 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $14.87 | $29.73 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $18.35 | $36.70 |
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 · Apr 16, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.