How far is Bradford, ME from Bangor, ME?
The driving distance from Bradford, ME to Bangor, ME is about 21.7 miles (34.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 33m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 19.9 miles (32.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 06m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 33m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bradford and Bangor.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bradford and Bangor.
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Start on West Road
101 m · 8 sec · West Road
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Turn right onto Main Road
2.1 mi · 4 min · Main Road
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Continue on Hudson Road
13.8 mi · 24 min · Hudson Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Broadway
970 ft · 26 sec · Broadway
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Turn sharp left onto Finson Road
2.7 mi · 7 min · Finson Road
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Turn left onto Ohio Street
2.6 mi · 6 min · Ohio Street
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Turn right onto Hudson Street
126 m · 23 sec · Hudson Street
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Turn left onto Union Street
128 m · 23 sec · Union Street
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Turn sharp right onto Hammond Street
22 m · 2 sec · Hammond Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Hammond Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bradford and Bangor.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Hudson Road
Continue on Hudson Road
13.8 mi · 00h 24m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Chance Light Rain leaving Bradford and Chance Light Rain near Bangor.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bradford to Bangor?
The road trip is about 21.7 miles (34.9 km) and usually takes 00h 33m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Kenduskeag is a useful midpoint, sitting about 10.8 miles from Bradford and 10.9 miles from Bangor.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 19.9 miles (32.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.8 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:24 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.04 one way or $6.08 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain around Bradford and Chance Light Rain near Bangor.
Stop Ideas Near Kenduskeag
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bradford and Bangor. Straight-line distance: 19.95 mi (32.1 km).
#1 Bradford
City in Maine, USA
| Population | 1,220 |
| Coordinates | 45.0667300, -68.9378100 |
| Altitude | 72 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bangor
City in Penobscot County, Maine, USA
| Population | 31,998 |
| Coordinates | 44.8011800, -68.7778100 |
| Altitude | 36 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hammond Street (-68.777856, 44.801175)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 35 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 16m |
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 | $3.04 | $6.08 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $3.43 | $6.86 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $3.74 | $7.48 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $4.62 | $9.24 |
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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