Stone in Portland, ME

A full tri-axle truck of crushed stone delivered to Portland typically runs between $600 and $1,200 depending on the stone type, supplier distance, and site access. Hello Gravel has a 3-ton minimum order and final pricing will be shown at checkout based on local supplier rates and delivery details.

Crushed stone in the Portland area usually falls in the range of about $45 to $75 per ton delivered. That converts roughly to $60 to $105 per cubic yard (using about 1.3 to 1.5 tons per cubic yard, depending on the stone).

A 20x20 driveway (400 sq ft) at a 4-inch crushed-stone depth needs about 5 cubic yards, which is roughly 6.5 to 7.5 tons. At Portland prices of $45 to $75 per ton, expect to pay about $300 to $560 for material and delivery, not including compaction or base preparation labor.

For a 100-foot driveway, assume a 12-foot width (1,200 sq ft). At a 4-inch depth you need about 15 cubic yards or roughly 20 to 22 tons. Material and delivery in Portland would typically cost about $900 to $1,650, depending on stone type and supplier; larger projects may qualify for better per-ton rates.

At 1,000 sq ft, 2 inches of crushed stone is about 6.2 cubic yards (≈8.5 to 9.5 tons), and 4 inches is double that (≈12.4 cubic yards or 17 to 19 tons). Using local rates of $45 to $75 per ton, expect roughly $380 to $720 for 2 inches and $760 to $1,440 for 4 inches, delivered.

A standard tri-axle dump truck typically carries about 10 to 14 cubic yards of crushed stone, which equals roughly 13 to 20 tons depending on stone density. That can cover about 250 to 700 sq ft at 2 to 4 inches deep; in Portland a single truckload will usually cost $600 to $1,200 delivered, varying by material and location.

Price differences between crushed stone (angular) and rounded gravel (pea gravel) are usually small in Portland, but crushed stone often gives better value for driveways because it compacts and locks together for durability. For driveways we usually recommend a crushed, 3/4u0022 minus or crusher-run base for long-term performance over rounded gravel.

Order in bulk to hit lower per-ton pricing, schedule delivery on a weekday when trucks can access your site, and provide clear placement instructions in Order Notes to avoid extra labor. Consolidating materials with a contractor or ordering slightly more to avoid a small second delivery can reduce total cost.

Yes — Portland suppliers commonly offer products like crusher-run with fines, polymer-stabilized stone, or decomposed granite treated with stabilizer that lock and harden more than loose crushed stone. These stabilized options typically cost 20% to 50% more per ton than standard crushed stone, depending on the product and local availability.

A 12x12 patio (144 sq ft) at a 4-inch base requires about 1.8 cubic yards or roughly 2.5 to 3 tons of crushed stone. Because Hello Gravel has a 3-ton minimum, you would typically order 3 tons; at $45 to $75 per ton expect material and delivery of about $135 to $225, plus any compaction or installation fees.

Yes — Maine's freeze-thaw cycles, winter road salt, and coastal weather affect drainage and material performance, so pick stone that drains well and compacts for stability. Also expect regional color and texture variation because materials are sourced locally, and always note placement instructions and site access for accurate delivery pricing.