How far is Bangor, ME from South Eliot, ME?
The driving distance from Bangor, ME to South Eliot, ME is about 179.5 miles (288.8 km), with a travel time of about 03h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 153.5 miles (247.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 52m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 26m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Maine, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bangor and South Eliot.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bangor and South Eliot.
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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
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
41.5 mi · 45 min · Maine Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward ME 236: Kittery, South Berwick
1951 ft · 37 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 1, ME 236, US 1 Bypass: Kittery, South Berwick
1096 ft · 31 sec
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Keep slight left
70 m · 8 sec
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Turn left onto Route 236
1.3 mi · 2 min · Route 236
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Turn left onto Bolt Hill Road
1.3 mi · 4 min · Bolt Hill Road
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Turn left onto Leach Road
23 m · 3 sec · Leach Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Leach Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bangor and South Eliot.
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 longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Light Rain Likely leaving Bangor and Rain Showers Likely near South Eliot.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bangor to South Eliot?
The road trip is about 179.5 miles (288.8 km) and usually takes 03h 26m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Richmond is a useful midpoint, sitting about 89.7 miles from Bangor and 89.8 miles from South Eliot.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 153.5 miles (247.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 26 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:08 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.97 one way or $49.94 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 56.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Light Rain Likely around Bangor and Rain Showers Likely near South Eliot.
Stop Ideas Near Richmond
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 Richmond.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bangor and South Eliot. Straight-line distance: 153.54 mi (247.1 km).
#1 Bangor
City in Penobscot County, Maine, USA
| Population | 31,998 |
| Coordinates | 44.8011800, -68.7778100 |
| Altitude | 36 |
| Country | United States |
#2 South Eliot
City in Maine, United States of America
| Population | 3,550 |
| Coordinates | 43.1081400, -70.7775500 |
| Altitude | 10 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Eliot (-70.77755, 43.10814)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 289 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 58m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 59m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 14m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.95 | $24.97 | $49.94 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $28.21 | $56.43 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $30.75 | $61.50 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $37.96 | $75.92 |
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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