How far is Sanford, ME from Portland, ME?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Sanford and Portland is 29.88 miles (48.09 km).
Flight distance from Sanford, ME to Portland, ME is 29.88 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 04 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Sanford, Maine to Portland, Maine is: 34.19 miles (55.02 km) by car.
Driving from Sanford to Portland will take approximately 00 hours 44 minutes.
#1 Sanford
City in York County, Maine, United States
| Population | 21253 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 43°26'21"N 70°46'27"W |
| Latitude | 43.4392500 |
| Longitude | -70.7742200 |
| Altitude | 92 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Portland
The most populous city in Cumberland County, Maine. It is located on Casco Bay in the state's southwestern corner. Portland is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Portland Museum of Art and the Portland Head Light.
| Population | 66803 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 43°39'27"N 70°15'32"W |
| Latitude | 43.6573700 |
| Longitude | -70.2589000 |
| Altitude | 19 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Portland: Congress Street (-70.259094,43.657504)
Estimated Travel Time Between Sanford and Portland
The distance between Sanford and Portland is 55 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 36 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Sanford and Portland. The current time is 06:03:14.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 08 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 51 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 41 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 34 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 29 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 27 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 25 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 4.57 liters (1.21 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Sanford and Portland.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Sanford to Portland is $4.34 (diesel $5.41).
Maine gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.6 | $4.01 | $4.44 | $4.48 |
| Total | $4.34 | $4.84 | $5.35 | $5.41 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Maine ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.595 (Diesel $4.484) /gallon. Last changed prices on November 21, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Sanford and Portland (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
