How far is West Scarborough, ME from Newcastle, ME?
The driving distance from West Scarborough, ME to Newcastle, ME is about 61.4 miles (98.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 53.2 miles (85.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 58m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 29m.
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.
Town in Maine, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Partly Sunny then Scattered Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between West Scarborough and Newcastle.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Scarborough and Newcastle.
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Start on the route
8 m · 6 sec
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Turn left onto Route 1
850 ft · 30 sec · Route 1
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Continue straight
4.1 mi · 8 min
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Keep slight left to continue on Scarborough Connector
2.1 mi · 3 min · Scarborough Connector
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Merge slight left
26.2 mi · 32 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 1: Brunswick, Bath, Coastal Route
1.3 mi · 2 min
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Continue on Pleasant Street
1.2 mi · 3 min · Pleasant Street
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Turn left onto Mill Street
9.2 mi · 13 min · Mill Street
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Continue on Main Street
1 mi · 2 min · Main Street
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Continue on Route 1
4.9 mi · 7 min · Route 1
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Continue on Bath Road
4 mi · 8 min · Bath Road
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Continue on Main Street
2605 ft · 1 min · Main Street
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Continue on Route 1
6.4 mi · 9 min · Route 1
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Take the exit straight toward US 1 BUS: Pemaquid Beach, Pemaquid, Damariscotta, Bristol
2584 ft · 1 min · Main Street
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Continue on Main Street
11 m · 1 sec · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between West Scarborough and Newcastle.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Scarborough Connector
Merge slight left
26.2 mi · 00h 32m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving West Scarborough and Partly Sunny then Scattered Rain Showers near Newcastle.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from West Scarborough to Newcastle?
The road trip is about 61.4 miles (98.8 km) and usually takes 01h 29m 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?
Freeport is a useful midpoint, sitting about 30.6 miles from West Scarborough and 30.7 miles from Newcastle.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 53.2 miles (85.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.2 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:32 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.56 one way or $17.12 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around West Scarborough and Partly Sunny then Scattered Rain Showers near Newcastle.
Stop Ideas Near Freeport
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 Freeport.
Freeport
Brunswick Maine Street Station
Bath, Maine
Portland Transportation Center
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between West Scarborough and Newcastle. Straight-line distance: 53.22 mi (85.65 km).
#1 West Scarborough
City in United States of America
| Population | 27,706 |
| Coordinates | 43.5703600, -70.3878300 |
| Altitude | 18 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Newcastle
Town in Maine, United States
| Population | 1,779 |
| Coordinates | 44.0350800, -69.5367100 |
| Altitude | 9 |
| Country | United States |
End: Newcastle (-69.53671, 44.03508)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 99 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 45m |
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 | $8.56 | $17.12 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $9.67 | $19.34 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $10.54 | $21.08 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $13.01 | $26.03 |
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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