How far is Bangor, ME from Houlton, ME?
The driving distance from Bangor, ME to Houlton, ME is about 119.4 miles (192.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 04m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 102.2 miles (164.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 09m 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 04m.
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.
Human settlement in Penobscot County, Maine, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Light Rain
Chance Light Rain
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bangor and Houlton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bangor and Houlton.
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Start on Hammond Street
22 m · 12 sec · Hammond Street
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Turn sharp left onto Union Street
1.5 km · 3 min · Union Street
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Take the ramp right
1049 ft · 26 sec
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Merge slight left
116.9 mi · 1 hr 58 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 1: Houlton, Presque Isle
1337 ft · 38 sec
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Turn slight right
54 m · 4 sec
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Turn straight onto North Street
1.5 km · 2 min · North Street
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Turn left onto Union Square
51 m · 5 sec · Union Square
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Continue on Market Square
120 m · 17 sec · Market Square
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Continue on Market Square
70 m · 8 sec · Market Square
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Turn right
41 m · 10 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bangor and Houlton.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Union Street
Merge slight left
117 mi · 01h 58m
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 Light Rain leaving Bangor and Chance Light Rain near Houlton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bangor to Houlton?
The road trip is about 119.4 miles (192.2 km) and usually takes 02h 04m 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?
Medway is a useful midpoint, sitting about 59.7 miles from Bangor and 59.8 miles from Houlton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 102.2 miles (164.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.2 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 2:20 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.61 one way or $33.22 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain around Bangor and Chance Light Rain near Houlton.
Stop Ideas Near Medway
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 Medway.
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Bangor, Maine
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bangor and Houlton. Straight-line distance: 102.2 mi (164.47 km).
#1 Bangor
City in Penobscot County, Maine, USA
| Population | 31,998 |
| Coordinates | 44.8011800, -68.7778100 |
| Altitude | 36 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Houlton
Town in Maine, USA
| Population | 5,766 |
| Coordinates | 46.1261600, -67.8403000 |
| Altitude | 110 |
| Country | United States |
End: Houlton (-67.8403, 46.12616)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 192 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 58m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 29m |
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 | $16.61 | $33.22 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $18.76 | $37.53 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $20.45 | $40.90 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $25.25 | $50.49 |
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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