How far is West Kennebunk, ME from Sanford, ME?
The driving distance from West Kennebunk, ME to Sanford, ME is about 11.9 miles (19.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 21m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 9.9 miles (15.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 42m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 21m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in York County, Maine
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between West Kennebunk and Sanford.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Kennebunk and Sanford.
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Start on Mill Street
3143 ft · 2 min · Mill Street
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Turn slight right onto Whitten Road
83 m · 8 sec · Whitten Road
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Turn slight right onto Webber Hill Road
3 mi · 5 min · Webber Hill Road
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Continue on Kennebunk Road
3.1 mi · 6 min · Kennebunk Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Main Street
2.6 mi · 5 min · Main Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward South Sanford Circle
28 m · 2 sec · Main Street
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Exit the rotary onto Main Street
2.6 mi · 7 min · Main Street
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Turn right onto Washington Street
92 m · 11 sec · Washington Street
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Turn right
27 m · 7 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between West Kennebunk and Sanford.
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.
Kennebunk Road
Continue on Kennebunk Road
3.1 mi · 00h 06m
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.
Sunny leaving West Kennebunk and Mostly Sunny near Sanford.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from West Kennebunk to Sanford?
The road trip is about 11.9 miles (19.2 km) and usually takes 00h 21m 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?
South Sanford is a useful midpoint, sitting about 6 miles from West Kennebunk and 6 miles from Sanford.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 9.9 miles (15.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 2 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 7:48 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.84 one way or $3.68 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 3.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around West Kennebunk and Mostly Sunny near Sanford.
Stop Ideas Near South Sanford
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 South Sanford.
Wells Regional Transportation Center
Dover Transportation Center
Saco Transportation Center
Old Orchard Beach
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between West Kennebunk and Sanford. Straight-line distance: 9.9 mi (15.94 km).
#1 West Kennebunk
Situated inland from the Atlantic coastline in York County, Maine, this census-designated place constitutes a distinct village within the town of Kennebunk.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 43.4087000, -70.5814400 |
| Altitude | 43 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sanford
City in York County, Maine, United States
| Population | 21,253 |
| Coordinates | 43.4392500, -70.7742200 |
| Altitude | 92 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-70.77414, 43.439348)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 19 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 08m |
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 | $4.38 | $1.84 | $3.68 |
| Mid-grade | $4.93 | $2.07 | $4.14 |
| Premium | $5.41 | $2.27 | $4.54 |
| Diesel | $6.44 | $2.70 | $5.41 |
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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