How far is Bangor, ME from Albion, ME?
The driving distance from Bangor, ME to Albion, ME is about 42.6 miles (68.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 02m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 37.6 miles (60.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 05m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 02m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bangor and Albion.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bangor and Albion.
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Start on Hammond Street
1.2 mi · 4 min · Hammond Street
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Take the ramp slight right
1553 ft · 39 sec
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Merge slight left
9.3 mi · 11 min
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Take the exit slight right toward ME 69: Carmel, Winterport
1541 ft · 38 sec
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Turn sharp left onto Carmel Road North
1.8 mi · 4 min · Carmel Road North
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Turn right onto Western Avenue
12.1 mi · 18 min · Western Avenue
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Continue on Bangor Road
8.6 mi · 12 min · Bangor Road
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Continue on Main Street
1 mi · 2 min · Main Street
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Continue on Albion Road
4.9 mi · 7 min · Albion Road
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Continue on Unity Road
2.6 mi · 4 min · Unity Road
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Continue on Main Street
1816 ft · 1 min · Main Street
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Turn right onto Benton Road
25 m · 4 sec · Benton Road
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Turn left onto Winslow Road
58 m · 4 sec · Winslow Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Winslow Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bangor and Albion.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Western Avenue
Turn right onto Western Avenue
12.1 mi · 00h 18m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Areas Of Fog then Chance Rain Showers leaving Bangor and Rain Showers Likely near Albion.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bangor to Albion?
The road trip is about 42.6 miles (68.5 km) and usually takes 01h 02m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Dixmont is a useful midpoint, sitting about 21.3 miles from Bangor and 21.3 miles from Albion.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 37.6 miles (60.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 5 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:24 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.92 one way or $11.83 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Areas Of Fog then Chance Rain Showers around Bangor and Rain Showers Likely near Albion.
Stop Ideas Near Dixmont
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Dixmont.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bangor and Albion. Straight-line distance: 37.58 mi (60.48 km).
#1 Bangor
City in Penobscot County, Maine, USA
| Population | 31,998 |
| Coordinates | 44.8011800, -68.7778100 |
| Altitude | 36 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Albion
Town in Kennebec County, Maine
| Population | 2,124 |
| Coordinates | 44.5322900, -69.4425400 |
| Altitude | 92 |
| Country | United States |
End: Albion (-69.44254, 44.53229)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 68 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 31m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.95 | $5.92 | $11.83 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $6.69 | $13.37 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $7.29 | $14.57 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $9.00 | $17.99 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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