How far is Bangor, ME from Scarborough, ME?
The driving distance from Bangor, ME to Scarborough, ME is about 136.8 miles (220.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 04m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 114 miles (183.4 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
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 04m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Maine, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bangor and Scarborough.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bangor and Scarborough.
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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 right to continue on Scarborough Connector
2.1 mi · 3 min · Scarborough Connector
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Turn straight onto Route 1
1.2 mi · 3 min · Route 1
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Turn left onto Black Point Road
1.2 mi · 3 min · Black Point Road
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Turn left onto Highland Avenue
81 m · 8 sec · Highland Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Highland Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bangor and Scarborough.
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bangor to Scarborough?
The road trip is about 136.8 miles (220.2 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?
Sidney is a useful midpoint, sitting about 68.4 miles from Bangor and 68.5 miles from Scarborough.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 114 miles (183.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.8 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 $19.05 one way or $38.11 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 42.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Bangor and Rain Showers Likely near Scarborough.
Stop Ideas Near Sidney
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 Sidney.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bangor and Scarborough. Straight-line distance: 113.98 mi (183.43 km).
#1 Bangor
City in Penobscot County, Maine, USA
| Population | 31,998 |
| Coordinates | 44.8011800, -68.7778100 |
| Altitude | 36 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Scarborough
Town in Cumberland County, Maine, United States
| Population | 21,527 |
| Coordinates | 43.5781400, -70.3217200 |
| Altitude | 6 |
| Country | United States |
End: Highland Avenue (-70.32172, 43.57814)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 220 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 33m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 44m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 16m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 42m |
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 | $19.05 | $38.11 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $21.53 | $43.05 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $23.46 | $46.93 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $28.97 | $57.93 |
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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