How far is West Scarborough, ME from Lake Arrowhead, ME?
The driving distance from West Scarborough, ME to Lake Arrowhead, ME is about 23.3 miles (37.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 18.5 miles (29.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 35m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
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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 00h 47m.
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.
City in York County, Maine, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Rain Showers Likely then Light Rain
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between West Scarborough and Lake Arrowhead.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Scarborough and Lake Arrowhead.
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Start on the route
8 m · 6 sec
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Turn left onto Route 1
42 m · 16 sec · Route 1
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Turn left onto Broadturn Road
6.1 mi · 15 min · Broadturn Road
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Turn left onto Portland Road
2.4 mi · 4 min · Portland Road
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Continue on Main Street
1.4 mi · 3 min · Main Street
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Continue on Bar Mills Road
2 mi · 4 min · Bar Mills Road
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Turn right onto Cape Road
7.3 mi · 13 min · Cape Road
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Turn left onto Doles Ridge Road
2.1 mi · 4 min · Doles Ridge Road
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Turn left onto New Dam Road
1 mi · 3 min · New Dam Road
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Turn right onto Old Portland Road
1.3 km · 3 min · Old Portland Road
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Turn right onto Crescent Drive
82 m · 13 sec · Crescent Drive
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Turn right onto Pioneer Circle
64 m · 9 sec · Pioneer Circle
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Pioneer Circle
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between West Scarborough and Lake Arrowhead.
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.
Cape Road
Turn right onto Cape Road
7.28 mi · 00h 13m
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 then Light Rain leaving West Scarborough and Chance Rain Showers near Lake Arrowhead.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from West Scarborough to Lake Arrowhead?
The road trip is about 23.3 miles (37.5 km) and usually takes 00h 47m 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?
Hollis Center is a useful midpoint, sitting about 11.6 miles from West Scarborough and 11.7 miles from Lake Arrowhead.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 18.5 miles (29.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.8 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:54 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.47 one way or $6.94 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely then Light Rain around West Scarborough and Chance Rain Showers near Lake Arrowhead.
Stop Ideas Near Hollis Center
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 Hollis Center.
Saco Transportation Center
Old Orchard Beach
Portland Transportation Center
Wells Regional Transportation Center
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between West Scarborough and Lake Arrowhead. Straight-line distance: 18.52 mi (29.8 km).
#1 West Scarborough
City in United States of America
| Population | 27,706 |
| Coordinates | 43.5703600, -70.3878300 |
| Altitude | 18 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lake Arrowhead
Lake Arrowhead is a place in Maine, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 43.6636900, -70.7347800 |
| Altitude | 103 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lake Arrowhead (-70.73478, 43.66369)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 37 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 17m |
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 | $4.23 | $3.47 | $6.94 |
| Mid-grade | $4.80 | $3.94 | $7.87 |
| Premium | $5.28 | $4.33 | $8.66 |
| Diesel | $6.39 | $5.24 | $10.48 |
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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