How far is Bangor, ME from China, ME?
The driving distance from Bangor, ME to China, ME is about 48 miles (77.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 12m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 42.6 miles (68.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 24m 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.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 12m.
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
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Partly Sunny then Rain Showers Likely
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bangor and China.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bangor and China.
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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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Continue on China Road
4.7 mi · 7 min · China Road
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Continue on Albion Road
2800 ft · 1 min · Albion Road
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Continue on Main Street
1470 ft · 44 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto Causeway Road
34 m · 5 sec · Causeway Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Causeway Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bangor and China.
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Bangor and Partly Sunny then Rain Showers Likely near China.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bangor to China?
The road trip is about 48 miles (77.3 km) and usually takes 01h 12m 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 24 miles from Bangor and 24 miles from China.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 42.6 miles (68.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.4 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 4:06 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.71 one way or $13.41 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Bangor and Partly Sunny then Rain Showers Likely near China.
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 China. Straight-line distance: 42.64 mi (68.62 km).
#1 Bangor
City in Penobscot County, Maine, USA
| Population | 31,998 |
| Coordinates | 44.8011800, -68.7778100 |
| Altitude | 36 |
| Country | United States |
#2 China
Town in Kennebec County, Maine, United States
| Population | 4,339 |
| Coordinates | 44.4786800, -69.5172600 |
| Altitude | 70 |
| Country | United States |
End: China (-69.51726, 44.47868)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 77 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 35m |
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 | $6.71 | $13.41 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $7.58 | $15.15 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $8.26 | $16.52 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $10.19 | $20.39 |
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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