How far is Dover-Foxcroft, ME from Bangor, ME?
The driving distance from Dover-Foxcroft, ME to Bangor, ME is about 37.2 miles (59.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 34.4 miles (55.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 38m 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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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 Dover-Foxcroft and Bangor.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dover-Foxcroft and Bangor.
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Start on East Main Street
1.1 km · 1 min · East Main Street
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Continue on Bangor Road
7.5 mi · 11 min · Bangor Road
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Continue on Dover Road
7 mi · 10 min · Dover Road
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Continue on Main Street
3.9 mi · 6 min · Main Street
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Continue on Main Road
4.8 mi · 7 min · Main Road
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Continue on Broadway
6.9 mi · 10 min · Broadway
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Turn right 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 Dover-Foxcroft 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.
Bangor Road
Continue on Bangor Road
7.49 mi · 00h 11m
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 Dover-Foxcroft and Mostly Sunny near Bangor.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Dover-Foxcroft to Bangor?
The road trip is about 37.2 miles (59.8 km) and usually takes 00h 49m 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?
Kenduskeag is a useful midpoint, sitting about 18.1 miles from Dover-Foxcroft and 19 miles from Bangor.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 34.4 miles (55.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.8 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:52 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.17 one way or $10.34 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Dover-Foxcroft and Mostly Sunny near Bangor.
Stop Ideas Near Kenduskeag
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 Kenduskeag.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Dover-Foxcroft and Bangor. Straight-line distance: 34.34 mi (55.26 km).
#1 Dover-Foxcroft
Town in Piscataquis County, Maine, United States of America
| Population | 4,086 |
| Coordinates | 45.1833900, -69.2269900 |
| Altitude | 110 |
| 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: 60 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 27m |
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 | $5.17 | $10.34 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $5.84 | $11.68 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $6.36 | $12.73 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $7.86 | $15.71 |
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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