How far is Bangor, ME from Hudson, ME?
The driving distance from Bangor, ME to Hudson, ME is about 16.8 miles (27 km), with a travel time of about 00h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 14.7 miles (23.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 05m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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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
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bangor and Hudson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bangor and Hudson.
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Start on Hammond Street
22 m · 12 sec · Hammond Street
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Turn sharp left onto Union Street
128 m · 16 sec · Union Street
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Turn right onto Hudson Street
126 m · 23 sec · Hudson Street
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Turn left onto Ohio Street
2.2 mi · 6 min · Ohio Street
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Turn right onto Griffin Road
1.2 mi · 2 min · Griffin Road
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Turn left onto Broadway
2.6 mi · 6 min · Broadway
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Turn right onto Hudson Road
10.3 mi · 18 min · Hudson Road
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Turn right onto Old Town Road
1543 ft · 31 sec · Old Town Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Old Town Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bangor and Hudson.
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.
Hudson Road
Turn right onto Hudson Road
10.3 mi · 00h 18m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Sunny leaving Bangor and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Hudson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bangor to Hudson?
The road trip is about 16.8 miles (27 km) and usually takes 00h 32m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Levant is a useful midpoint, sitting about 8.4 miles from Bangor and 8.4 miles from Hudson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 14.7 miles (23.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.1 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:24 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.33 one way or $4.66 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Bangor and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Hudson.
Stop Ideas Near Levant
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 Levant.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bangor and Hudson. Straight-line distance: 14.71 mi (23.67 km).
#1 Bangor
City in Penobscot County, Maine, USA
| Population | 31,998 |
| Coordinates | 44.8011800, -68.7778100 |
| Altitude | 36 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hudson
Town in Penobscot County, Maine, United States
| Population | 1,499 |
| Coordinates | 45.0011800, -68.8805900 |
| Altitude | 42 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hudson (-68.88059, 45.00118)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 27 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 12m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.95 | $2.33 | $4.66 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $2.63 | $5.26 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $2.87 | $5.73 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $3.54 | $7.08 |
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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