Saint John to Sanford, Maine: Road Trip Guide & Distance

265.1 miles 426.7 km · straight line
331.4 miles estimated 533.4 km · driving distance
6h 40min estimated drive time
CAD 54 - CAD 66 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
243° WSW bearing direction

How far is Saint John from Sanford, Maine?

The distance from Saint John to Sanford, Maine is 265.1 miles (426.7 km) as the crow flies. Sanford, Maine is located WSW of Saint John. By car, the driving distance is approximately 331.4 miles, taking about 6h 40min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Saint John is in New Brunswick, Canada, while Sanford, Maine is in Maine, United States.

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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Saint John 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 Saint John to Sanford, Maine

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 40min CAD 54 - CAD 66 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 0min $27–$50* Budget
Train ~6h 20min $40–$116* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Saint John & Sanford, Maine

Quick Facts

Saint John
45.27°N, 66.06°W
America/Moncton
30m 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 88 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 93.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients