Sanford, Maine to Thetford-Mines: Road Trip Guide & Distance

185.2 miles 298.1 km · straight line
231.5 miles estimated 372.6 km · driving distance
4h 39min estimated drive time
$22 - $27 estimated fuel cost
~52min flight time
352° N bearing direction

How far is Sanford, Maine from Thetford-Mines?

The distance from Sanford, Maine to Thetford-Mines is 185.2 miles (298.1 km) as the crow flies. Thetford-Mines is located N of Sanford, Maine. By car, the driving distance is approximately 231.5 miles, taking about 4h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 52min. Sanford, Maine is in Maine, United States, while Thetford-Mines is in Quebec, Canada.

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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. 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 Sanford, Maine and Thetford-Mines. 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 Sanford, Maine to Thetford-Mines

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 39min $22 - $27 Flexible stops
Fly ~52min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 35min $19–$35* Budget
Train ~4h 25min $28–$81* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Sanford, Maine & Thetford-Mines

Quick Facts

Sanford, Maine
43.44°N, 70.77°W
America/New_York
92m elevation
Thetford-Mines
46.09°N, 71.31°W
America/Toronto
317m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 62 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 15 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 134.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients