How far is Bucksport, ME from Bangor, ME?
The driving distance from Bucksport, ME to Bangor, ME is about 18.8 miles (30.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 15.7 miles (25.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 58m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Halfway Point
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City in Penobscot County, Maine, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bucksport and Bangor.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bucksport and Bangor.
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Start on Mechanic Street
536 ft · 28 sec · Mechanic Street
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Turn right onto Main Street
2594 ft · 44 sec · Main Street
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Continue on River Road
15.2 mi · 23 min · River Road
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Continue on South Main Street
2.3 mi · 4 min · South Main Street
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Turn left onto Wilson Street
728 ft · 12 sec · Wilson Street
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Continue on Union Street
3072 ft · 1 min · Union Street
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Turn slight left 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 Bucksport 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.
River Road
Continue on River Road
15.2 mi · 00h 23m
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 Rain Showers leaving Bucksport and Chance Snow Showers near Bangor.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bucksport to Bangor?
The road trip is about 18.8 miles (30.2 km) and usually takes 00h 29m 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?
Orrington is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9.4 miles from Bucksport and 9.4 miles from Bangor.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 15.7 miles (25.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.1 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 7:32 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.60 one way or $5.21 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Bucksport and Chance Snow Showers near Bangor.
Stop Ideas Near Orrington
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 Bucksport and Bangor. Straight-line distance: 15.74 mi (25.33 km).
#1 Bucksport
City in Hancock County, Maine, United States of America
| Population | 4,916 |
| Coordinates | 44.5736900, -68.7955900 |
| Altitude | 17 |
| 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: 30 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 14m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.95 | $2.60 | $5.21 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $2.94 | $5.88 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $3.21 | $6.41 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $3.96 | $7.92 |
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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