How far is Bangor, ME from Smithfield, ME?
The driving distance from Bangor, ME to Smithfield, ME is about 69.3 miles (111.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 52.9 miles (85.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 59m 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 01h 29m.
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.
Town in Somerset County, Maine, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bangor and Smithfield.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bangor and Smithfield.
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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 · 39 sec
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Merge slight left
55.8 mi · 1 hr 1 min
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Take the exit slight right toward ME 11, ME 137: Waterville, Oakland
1467 ft · 42 sec
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Turn right onto Kennedy Memorial Drive
1.7 mi · 3 min · Kennedy Memorial Drive
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Turn left onto Main Street
1582 ft · 31 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto Oak Street
1057 ft · 26 sec · Oak Street
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Turn left onto High Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · High Street
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Continue on Smithfield Road
5 mi · 9 min · Smithfield Road
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Continue on Village Road
3.2 mi · 8 min · Village Road
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Turn left onto Mikes Lane
104 m · 25 sec · Mikes Lane
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Mikes Lane
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bangor and Smithfield.
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
55.8 mi · 01h 01m
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 Chance Rain Showers near Smithfield.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bangor to Smithfield?
The road trip is about 69.3 miles (111.5 km) and usually takes 01h 29m 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?
Pittsfield is a useful midpoint, sitting about 34.6 miles from Bangor and 34.7 miles from Smithfield.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 52.9 miles (85.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.4 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 3:30 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.63 one way or $19.25 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Snow Showers around Bangor and Chance Rain Showers near Smithfield.
Stop Ideas Near Pittsfield
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 Pittsfield.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bangor and Smithfield. Straight-line distance: 52.97 mi (85.24 km).
#1 Bangor
City in Penobscot County, Maine, USA
| Population | 31,998 |
| Coordinates | 44.8011800, -68.7778100 |
| Altitude | 36 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Smithfield
Town in Maine, United States
| Population | 1,008 |
| Coordinates | 44.6303400, -69.8295000 |
| Altitude | 77 |
| Country | United States |
End: Smithfield (-69.8295, 44.63034)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 111 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 51m |
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 | $9.63 | $19.25 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $10.88 | $21.75 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $11.85 | $23.71 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $14.63 | $29.27 |
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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