How far is Bangor, ME from Saco, ME?
The driving distance from Bangor, ME to Saco, ME is about 145.4 miles (234 km), with a travel time of about 02h 11m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 122 miles (196.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 22m 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 02h 11m.
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.
County seat in Kennebec County, Maine, USA and Maine federated state capital city
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bangor and Saco.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bangor and Saco.
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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 · 38 sec
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Merge slight left
80.1 mi · 1 hr 27 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 295 South, ME 9, ME 126: Gardiner, Brunswick
50.5 mi · 59 min
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Keep slight left
2.6 mi · 4 min
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Merge slight left onto Maine Turnpike
7.3 mi · 8 min · Maine Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward I 195 East: Saco, Old Orchard Beach
965 ft · 27 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on RT-112 Buxton Rd: Saco, Buxton
2800 ft · 1 min
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Continue on RT-112 Buxton Rd: Saco, Buxton
769 ft · 19 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on RT-112 Buxton Rd: Saco, Buxton
965 ft · 30 sec
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Turn left onto Buxton Road
65 m · 4 sec · Buxton Road
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Continue on North Street
1.7 mi · 3 min · North Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
28 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 Saco.
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.
Slight Chance Snow Showers leaving Bangor and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Saco.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bangor to Saco?
The road trip is about 145.4 miles (234 km) and usually takes 02h 11m 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?
Augusta is a useful midpoint, sitting about 72.4 miles from Bangor and 73 miles from Saco.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 122 miles (196.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 23.4 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 2:08 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.24 one way or $40.48 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Snow Showers around Bangor and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Saco.
Stop Ideas Near Augusta
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 Augusta.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bangor and Saco. Straight-line distance: 121.99 mi (196.33 km).
#1 Bangor
City in Penobscot County, Maine, USA
| Population | 31,998 |
| Coordinates | 44.8011800, -68.7778100 |
| Altitude | 36 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Saco
City in York County, Maine
| Population | 20,121 |
| Coordinates | 43.5009200, -70.4428300 |
| Altitude | 20 |
| Country | United States |
End: Main Street (-70.442839, 43.500924)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 234 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 50m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 38m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 48m |
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 | $20.24 | $40.48 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $22.86 | $45.73 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $24.92 | $49.84 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $30.76 | $61.53 |
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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