How far is Carmel, ME from Bangor, ME?
The driving distance from Carmel, ME to Bangor, ME is about 15.8 miles (25.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 13.4 miles (21.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 37m 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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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Carmel and Bangor.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Carmel and Bangor.
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Start on Main Road
39 m · 2 sec · Main Road
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Continue on Hampden Road
4.8 mi · 8 min · Hampden Road
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Continue on Carmel Road North
973 ft · 25 sec · Carmel Road North
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Take the ramp left
1418 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left
9.1 mi · 10 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 2, ME 100: Hammond Street, Airport
1197 ft · 29 sec
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Turn right onto Hammond Street
1.2 mi · 3 min · 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 Carmel 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.
Carmel Road North
Merge slight left
9.07 mi · 00h 10m
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.
Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers leaving Carmel and Partly Sunny near Bangor.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Carmel to Bangor?
The road trip is about 15.8 miles (25.4 km) and usually takes 00h 18m 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?
Hermon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 7.9 miles from Carmel and 7.9 miles from Bangor.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 13.4 miles (21.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.4 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 7:52 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.17 one way or $4.34 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers around Carmel and Partly Sunny near Bangor.
Stop Ideas Near Hermon
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Hermon.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Carmel and Bangor. Straight-line distance: 13.4 mi (21.57 km).
#1 Carmel
Town in Maine, United States
| Population | 2,857 |
| Coordinates | 44.7975700, -69.0511500 |
| Altitude | 53 |
| 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: 25 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 11m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.95 | $2.17 | $4.34 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $2.45 | $4.90 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $2.67 | $5.34 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $3.30 | $6.60 |
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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