How far is Bangor, ME from Unity, ME?

The driving distance from Bangor, ME to Unity, ME is about 34.1 miles (54.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 49m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 30.3 miles (48.8 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 39m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Trip Tools

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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
34.11 mi
00h 49m
Flight
30.32 mi
48.8 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
30.32 mi
Kilometers
48.8 km
Flight Time
00h 03m

Driving Distance

Road route
34.11 mi
Kilometers
54.89 km
Drive Time
00h 49m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 00h 49m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Unity
Sat, May 2, 11:30 AM EDT
Return by in Bangor
Sat, May 2, 12:20 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Bangor
2026-05-02T10:41
Arrive Unity
Sat, May 2, 11:30 AM EDT
Route Timing
00h 49m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:50 AM to 10:50 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:50 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Bangor
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Carmel
ME

Town in Maine, United States

From Bangor
17 mi
00h 24m
To Unity
17.1 mi
00h 24m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
54°F
Saturday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Sat, May 2 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
3 to 10 mph SW
Destination
54°F
Saturday

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Sat, May 2 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph W

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Bangor and Unity.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bangor and Unity.

  1. 1

    Start on Hammond Street

    1.2 mi · 4 min · Hammond Street

  2. 2

    Take the ramp slight right

    1553 ft · 39 sec

  3. 3

    Merge slight left

    9.3 mi · 11 min

  4. 4

    Take the exit slight right toward ME 69: Carmel, Winterport

    1541 ft · 38 sec

  5. 5

    Turn sharp left onto Carmel Road North

    1.8 mi · 4 min · Carmel Road North

  6. 6

    Turn right onto Western Avenue

    12.1 mi · 18 min · Western Avenue

  7. 7

    Continue on Bangor Road

    8.6 mi · 12 min · Bangor Road

  8. 8

    Continue on Main Street

    2459 ft · 41 sec · Main Street

  9. 9

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Main Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Bangor and Unity.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
9 steps
2 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
26.4 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Western Avenue
12.1 mi · 36%
Hammond Street
10.8 mi · 32%
Bangor Road
8.58 mi · 25%
Carmel Road North
1.83 mi · 5%
Main Street
0.47 mi · 1%
ME 69
0.29 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

Western Avenue

Turn right onto Western Avenue

12.1 mi · 00h 18m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
00h 49m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 40m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+3.8 mi
30.3 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Carmel
00h 24m from Bangor
Leave By
4:50 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Bangor and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Unity.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Bangor to Unity?

The road trip is about 34.1 miles (54.9 km) and usually takes 00h 49m 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?

Carmel is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17 miles from Bangor and 17.1 miles from Unity.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 30.3 miles (48.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.8 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 4:50 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.73 one way or $9.47 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.7 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Bangor and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Unity.

Stop Ideas Near Carmel

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Carmel, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Carmel.

BUS

Bangor, Maine

19 mi away
1039 Union St.
BUS

Orono (University of Maine), Maine

32 mi away
Squapan Rd and Gym Dr
BUS

Searsport, Maine

39 mi away
161 East Main St.
BUS

Belfast, Maine

42 mi away
Belmont Ave & US Hwy 1

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Bangor and Unity. Straight-line distance: 30.32 mi (48.8 km).

Bangor

#1 Bangor

City in Penobscot County, Maine, USA

Population31,998
Coordinates44.8011800, -68.7778100
Altitude36
CountryUnited States
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#2 Unity

Town in Maine, United States

Population2,111
Coordinates44.6111800, -69.3344900
Altitude67
CountryUnited States
Start: Bangor (-68.77781, 44.80118)
End: Unity (-69.33449, 44.61118)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 55 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 08m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 51m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 40m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 34m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 29m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 25m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.2 gal
4.56 L · about $4.73
Round trip
$9.47
2.4 gal · 9.12 L
Estimated CO2
10.7 kg one way
Round trip: 21.3 kg / 47 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.95 $4.73 $9.47
Mid-grade $4.46 $5.35 $10.70
Premium $4.86 $5.83 $11.66
Diesel $6.00 $7.20 $14.39

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Maine · May 02, 2026

There is no time difference between Bangor and Unity. The current time is 10:41:07.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.