How far is Bangor, ME from Bridgton, ME?
The driving distance from Bangor, ME to Bridgton, ME is about 142.5 miles (229.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 108.5 miles (174.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 49m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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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 02h 54m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
County seat in Kennebec County, Maine, USA and Maine federated state capital city
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bangor and Bridgton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bangor and Bridgton.
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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 · 38 sec
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Merge slight left
80.1 mi · 1 hr 27 min
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Keep slight left to continue on Maine Turnpike
2.7 mi · 3 min · Maine Turnpike
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Keep slight left to continue on Maine Turnpike
24.7 mi · 27 min · Maine Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right
2303 ft · 56 sec
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Turn straight
84 m · 7 sec
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Turn straight onto Washington Street
1.6 km · 2 min · Washington Street
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Turn right onto Poland Spring Road
1.2 km · 1 min · Poland Spring Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Poland Spring Road
1.2 km · 1 min · Poland Spring Road
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Continue on Ricker Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · Ricker Road
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Continue on Spring Water Road
2.4 mi · 4 min · Spring Water Road
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Turn sharp right onto Maine Street
3.9 mi · 6 min · Maine Street
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Turn left onto White Oak Hill Road
2.7 mi · 7 min · White Oak Hill Road
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Turn left onto Bakerstown Road
2 mi · 4 min · Bakerstown Road
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Continue on Poland Spring Road
7.1 mi · 12 min · Poland Spring Road
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Continue on Casco Road
1.3 mi · 2 min · Casco Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Roosevelt Trail
5.1 mi · 6 min · Roosevelt Trail
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Continue on Portland Road
4.3 mi · 5 min · Portland Road
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Turn left onto Main Street
3071 ft · 39 sec · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bangor and Bridgton.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Hammond Street
Merge slight left
80.1 mi · 01h 27m
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.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Bangor and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Bridgton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bangor to Bridgton?
The road trip is about 142.5 miles (229.4 km) and usually takes 02h 54m 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?
Augusta is a useful midpoint, sitting about 71.1 miles from Bangor and 71.3 miles from Bridgton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 108.5 miles (174.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 34 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 12:40 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.84 one way or $39.69 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 44.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Bangor and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Bridgton.
Stop Ideas Near Augusta
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 Augusta.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bangor and Bridgton. Straight-line distance: 108.51 mi (174.63 km).
#1 Bangor
City in Penobscot County, Maine, USA
| Population | 31,998 |
| Coordinates | 44.8011800, -68.7778100 |
| Altitude | 36 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bridgton
Town in Maine, United States
| Population | 5,509 |
| Coordinates | 44.0547900, -70.7128400 |
| Altitude | 137 |
| Country | United States |
End: Bridgton (-70.71284, 44.05479)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 229 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 33m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 51m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 46m |
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 | $19.84 | $39.69 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $22.42 | $44.84 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $24.44 | $48.87 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $30.16 | $60.33 |
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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