How far is West Scarborough, ME from Rome, ME?
The driving distance from West Scarborough, ME to Rome, ME is about 85.9 miles (138.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 74.7 miles (120.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 42m 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.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 51m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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City in Sagadahoc County, Maine, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between West Scarborough and Rome.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Scarborough and Rome.
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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
50.4 mi · 58 min
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Merge slight left onto Maine Turnpike
9.8 mi · 11 min · Maine Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward ME 3: Augusta, Belfast
767 ft · 26 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on ME 3: Augusta, Belfast
130 m · 15 sec
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Alfond Roundabout
73 m · 4 sec · Augusta Bypass
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Exit the rotary onto Augusta Bypass
1837 ft · 25 sec · Augusta Bypass
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Bonenfant Roundabout
36 m · 2 sec
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Exit the rotary
80 m · 5 sec
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Turn straight onto Old Belgrade Road
1 mi · 2 min · Old Belgrade Road
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Turn right onto Civic Center Drive
1.3 mi · 2 min · Civic Center Drive
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Continue on Belgrade Road
2.1 mi · 3 min · Belgrade Road
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Continue on Augusta Road
12.1 mi · 18 min · Augusta Road
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Turn right onto Rome Road
2.2 mi · 5 min · Rome Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Rome Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between West Scarborough and Rome.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Scarborough Connector
Merge slight left
50.4 mi · 00h 58m
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 Cloudy then Chance Rain Showers leaving West Scarborough and Partly Sunny then Rain Showers Likely near Rome.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from West Scarborough to Rome?
The road trip is about 85.9 miles (138.3 km) and usually takes 01h 51m 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?
Bowdoinham is a useful midpoint, sitting about 42.9 miles from West Scarborough and 43 miles from Rome.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 74.7 miles (120.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.2 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 2:48 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.95 one way or $23.91 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy then Chance Rain Showers around West Scarborough and Partly Sunny then Rain Showers Likely near Rome.
Stop Ideas Near Bowdoinham
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 Bowdoinham.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between West Scarborough and Rome. Straight-line distance: 74.68 mi (120.19 km).
#1 West Scarborough
City in United States of America
| Population | 27,706 |
| Coordinates | 43.5703600, -70.3878300 |
| Altitude | 18 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Rome
City in Maine, USA
| Population | 1,013 |
| Coordinates | 44.5850600, -69.8692200 |
| Altitude | 90 |
| Country | United States |
End: Rome (-69.86922, 44.58506)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 138 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 51m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 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 |
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| Regular gas | $3.95 | $11.95 | $23.91 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $13.50 | $27.01 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $14.72 | $29.44 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $18.17 | $36.34 |
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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