How far is Bangor, ME from Winthrop, ME?
The driving distance from Bangor, ME to Winthrop, ME is about 83.8 miles (134.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 35m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 68.3 miles (109.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 11m 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 35m.
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.
Town in Waldo County, 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 Winthrop.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bangor and Winthrop.
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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
73.4 mi · 1 hr 20 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 202 West, ME 11 West, ME 17 West, ME 100 West: Winthrop
1014 ft · 30 sec
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Turn right onto Western Avenue
2.8 mi · 3 min · Western Avenue
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Continue on US 202
4.7 mi · 5 min · US 202
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Turn slight right onto Main Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · Main Street
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Turn left onto Depot Street
18 m · 3 sec · Depot Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Depot Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bangor and Winthrop.
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
73.4 mi · 01h 20m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Bangor and Mostly Sunny near Winthrop.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bangor to Winthrop?
The road trip is about 83.8 miles (134.8 km) and usually takes 01h 35m 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?
Burnham is a useful midpoint, sitting about 41.8 miles from Bangor and 41.9 miles from Winthrop.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 68.3 miles (109.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.5 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 3:18 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.68 one way or $23.35 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Bangor and Mostly Sunny near Winthrop.
Stop Ideas Near Burnham
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 Burnham.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bangor and Winthrop. Straight-line distance: 68.27 mi (109.87 km).
#1 Bangor
City in Penobscot County, Maine, USA
| Population | 31,998 |
| Coordinates | 44.8011800, -68.7778100 |
| Altitude | 36 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Winthrop
Town in Maine, United States
| Population | 6,029 |
| Coordinates | 44.3050700, -69.9770000 |
| Altitude | 70 |
| Country | United States |
End: Winthrop (-69.977, 44.30507)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 135 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 47m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 05m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 02m |
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 | $11.68 | $23.35 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $13.19 | $26.39 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $14.38 | $28.76 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $17.75 | $35.50 |
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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