How far is Bucksport, ME from East Sullivan, ME?

The driving distance from Bucksport, ME to East Sullivan, ME is about 34.8 miles (56 km), with a travel time of about 00h 46m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 32.1 miles (51.6 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 33m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
34.83 mi
00h 46m
Flight
32.05 mi
51.58 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
32.05 mi
Kilometers
51.58 km
Flight Time
00h 03m

Driving Distance

Road route
34.83 mi
Kilometers
56.05 km
Drive Time
00h 46m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 46m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in East Sullivan
Thu, Apr 16, 8:56 AM EDT
Return by in Bucksport
Thu, Apr 16, 9:43 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Bucksport
2026-04-16T08:09
Arrive East Sullivan
Thu, Apr 16, 8:56 AM EDT
Route Timing
00h 46m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:47 AM to 10:47 AM EDT

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

Leave by
4:56 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Bucksport
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Ellsworth
ME

City in Maine

From Bucksport
17.4 mi
00h 23m
To East Sullivan
17.5 mi
00h 23m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
52°F
Thursday

Patchy Fog then Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Thu, Apr 16 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 mph SE
Destination
46°F
Thursday

Areas Of Fog then Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Thu, Apr 16 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
2 to 6 mph E

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Bucksport and East Sullivan.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bucksport and East Sullivan.

  1. 1

    Start on Mechanic Street

    536 ft · 27 sec · Mechanic Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto Main Street

    3160 ft · 52 sec · Main Street

  3. 3

    Continue on Route 1

    1.4 km · 57 sec · Route 1

  4. 4

    Continue on Acadia Highway

    9.4 mi · 11 min · Acadia Highway

  5. 5

    Continue on Bucksport Road

    8.5 mi · 10 min · Bucksport Road

  6. 6

    Continue on West Main Street

    1116 ft · 17 sec · West Main Street

  7. 7

    Turn right onto Water Street

    1.1 km · 1 min · Water Street

  8. 8

    Turn left onto Foster Street

    2227 ft · 1 min · Foster Street

  9. 9

    Turn right onto High Street

    1615 ft · 43 sec · High Street

  10. 10

    Turn left

    13.8 mi · 21 min

  11. 11

    Turn right onto Town Landing Road

    24 m · 3 sec · Town Landing Road

  12. 12

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Town Landing Road

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Bucksport and East Sullivan.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

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.

Directions
12 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
0
0 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
34.5 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Acadia Highway
9.42 mi · 27%
Bucksport Road
8.5 mi · 24%
Route 1
0.84 mi · 2%
Water Street
0.65 mi · 2%
Main Street
0.6 mi · 2%
Foster Street
0.42 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

Longest stretch

Turn left

13.8 mi · 00h 21m

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 46m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 34m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+2.7 mi
32.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Ellsworth
00h 23m from Bucksport
Leave By
4:56 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Patchy Fog then Chance Rain Showers leaving Bucksport and Areas Of Fog then Chance Rain Showers near East Sullivan.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Bucksport to East Sullivan?

The road trip is about 34.8 miles (56 km) and usually takes 00h 46m 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?

Ellsworth is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.4 miles from Bucksport and 17.5 miles from East Sullivan.

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

The direct path is about 32.1 miles (51.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.7 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 4:56 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.85 one way or $9.70 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.9 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog then Chance Rain Showers around Bucksport and Areas Of Fog then Chance Rain Showers near East Sullivan.

Stop Ideas Near Ellsworth

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

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Ellsworth and the surrounding midpoint area.
Stop photo coming soon
Scenic stop 2.2 mi away

City Hall Plaza parking lot

Ellsworth , ME
09130_136189000000, Ellsworth, ME 04605
Parking lot
Downeast transportation — Ellsworth City Hall Bus Stop
Practical stop 2.3 mi away

Downeast transportation — Ellsworth City Hall Bus Stop

Ellsworth , ME
09130_136189000000, Ellsworth, ME 04605
Rating 4.0/5 2 reviews Transportation service
Ellsworth City Hall
Meeting point 2.2 mi away

Ellsworth City Hall

Ellsworth , ME
1 City Hall Plaza, Ellsworth, ME 04605
Rating 4.7/5 3 reviews City government office
Ellsworth Police Department
Nearby stop 2.2 mi away

Ellsworth Police Department

Ellsworth , ME
1 City Hall Plaza, Ellsworth, ME 04605
Rating 3.4/5 8 reviews Police department

Transit and Meeting Points

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

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Searsport, Maine

40 mi away
161 East Main St.
BUS

Bangor, Maine

44 mi away
1039 Union St.
BUS

Orono (University of Maine), Maine

45 mi away
Squapan Rd and Gym Dr
BUS

Belfast, Maine

50 mi away
Belmont Ave & US Hwy 1

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Bucksport and East Sullivan. Straight-line distance: 32.05 mi (51.58 km).

Bucksport

#1 Bucksport

City in Hancock County, Maine, United States of America

Population4,916
Coordinates44.5736900, -68.7955900
Altitude17
CountryUnited States
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#2 East Sullivan

East Sullivan is a place in Maine, United States.

Population0
Coordinates44.5036900, -68.1522300
Altitude13
CountryUnited States
Start: Bucksport (-68.79559, 44.57369)
End: East Sullivan (-68.15223, 44.50369)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 56 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 09m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 52m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 41m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 34m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 29m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 26m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.23 gal
4.65 L · about $4.85
Round trip
$9.70
2.46 gal · 9.3 L
Estimated CO2
10.9 kg one way
Round trip: 21.9 kg / 48 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.95 $4.85 $9.70
Mid-grade $4.46 $5.48 $10.96
Premium $4.86 $5.98 $11.95
Diesel $6.00 $7.38 $14.75

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 · Apr 16, 2026

There is no time difference between Bucksport and East Sullivan. The current time is 08:09:30.

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.