How far is Bangor, ME from Gray, ME?
The driving distance from Bangor, ME to Gray, ME is about 121.7 miles (195.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 99.5 miles (160.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 31m 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.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 15m.
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.
Town in Kennebec County in the U.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bangor and Gray.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bangor and Gray.
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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
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
32.7 mi · 35 min · Maine Turnpike
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Keep slight left to continue on Maine Turnpike
3.8 mi · 4 min · Maine Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward US 202, ME 115, ME 4: Grey, New Gloucester
1849 ft · 50 sec
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Turn right onto West Gray Road
2495 ft · 1 min · West Gray Road
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Continue on Main Street
47 m · 3 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 Gray.
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.
Chance Snow Showers leaving Bangor and Chance Rain Showers near Gray.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bangor to Gray?
The road trip is about 121.7 miles (195.8 km) and usually takes 02h 15m 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?
Oakland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 60.8 miles from Bangor and 60.9 miles from Gray.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 99.5 miles (160.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.2 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 1:58 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.92 one way or $33.85 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 38.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Snow Showers around Bangor and Chance Rain Showers near Gray.
Stop Ideas Near Oakland
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Oakland.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bangor and Gray. Straight-line distance: 99.48 mi (160.1 km).
#1 Bangor
City in Penobscot County, Maine, USA
| Population | 31,998 |
| Coordinates | 44.8011800, -68.7778100 |
| Altitude | 36 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Gray
Town in Cumberland County, Maine, US
| Population | 8,297 |
| Coordinates | 43.8856300, -70.3317200 |
| Altitude | 91 |
| Country | United States |
End: Gray (-70.33172, 43.88563)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 196 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 01m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 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 | $16.92 | $33.85 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $19.12 | $38.24 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $20.84 | $41.68 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $25.73 | $51.45 |
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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