Providence to Sanford, Maine: Road Trip Guide & Distance

116.3 miles 187.1 km · straight line
145.3 miles estimated 233.9 km · driving distance
2h 55min estimated drive time
$14 - $17 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
16° NNE bearing direction

How far is Providence from Sanford, Maine?

The distance from Providence to Sanford, Maine is 116.3 miles (187.1 km) as the crow flies. Sanford, Maine is located NNE of Providence. By car, the driving distance is approximately 145.3 miles, taking about 2h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United States — Providence in Rhode Island and Sanford, Maine in Maine.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Providence and Sanford, Maine. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Providence to Sanford, Maine

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 55min $14 - $17 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 30min $12–$22* Budget
Train ~2h 46min $17–$51* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Providence & Sanford, Maine

Quick Facts

Providence
41.82°N, 71.41°W
America/New_York
23m elevation
Sanford, Maine
43.44°N, 70.77°W
America/New_York
92m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 39 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 214.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients