How far is Bangor, ME from Lincoln, ME?
The driving distance from Bangor, ME to Lincoln, ME is about 49.6 miles (79.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 41 miles (66 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 36m 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 00h 48m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bangor and Lincoln.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bangor and Lincoln.
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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 · 27 sec
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Merge slight left
42.7 mi · 44 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Lincoln, Lee, Mattawamkeag
1352 ft · 38 sec
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Keep slight right
68 m · 5 sec
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Turn straight onto Access Road
2.6 mi · 5 min · Access Road
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Continue on River Road
1.3 mi · 2 min · River Road
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Turn left onto West Broadway
1.6 mi · 2 min · West Broadway
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Broadway
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bangor and Lincoln.
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
42.7 mi · 00h 44m
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.
Light Rain leaving Bangor and Light Rain near Lincoln.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bangor to Lincoln?
The road trip is about 49.6 miles (79.8 km) and usually takes 00h 48m 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?
Greenbush is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24.7 miles from Bangor and 24.8 miles from Lincoln.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 41 miles (66 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.6 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 4:54 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.90 one way or $13.81 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Light Rain around Bangor and Light Rain near Lincoln.
Stop Ideas Near Greenbush
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 Greenbush.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bangor and Lincoln. Straight-line distance: 40.99 mi (65.97 km).
#1 Bangor
City in Penobscot County, Maine, USA
| Population | 31,998 |
| Coordinates | 44.8011800, -68.7778100 |
| Altitude | 36 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lincoln
Town in Penobscot County, Maine, United States
| Population | 4,882 |
| Coordinates | 45.3622800, -68.5050200 |
| Altitude | 67 |
| Country | United States |
End: United States Route 2 (-68.50503, 45.362263)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 80 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 37m |
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 | $6.90 | $13.81 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $7.80 | $15.60 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $8.50 | $17.00 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $10.49 | $20.99 |
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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