How far is Gouldsboro, ME from Bangor, ME?
The driving distance from Gouldsboro, ME to Bangor, ME is about 49.1 miles (79 km), with a travel time of about 01h 02m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 42.6 miles (68.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 05m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 02m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Mostly Sunny then Isolated Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gouldsboro and Bangor.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gouldsboro and Bangor.
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Start on West Bay Road
60 m · 11 sec · West Bay Road
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Turn left onto US Highway 1
19.2 mi · 29 min · US Highway 1
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Continue on Downeast Highway
1.1 mi · 2 min · Downeast Highway
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Keep slight right to continue on Downeast Highway
140 m · 11 sec · Downeast Highway
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Continue on High Street
1.5 km · 3 min · High Street
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Continue on Oak Street
3144 ft · 2 min · Oak Street
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Continue on State Street
1 mi · 2 min · State Street
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Continue on Bangor Road
8.9 mi · 13 min · Bangor Road
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Continue on Main Road
12.1 mi · 19 min · Main Road
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Continue on Wilson Street
2662 ft · 51 sec · Wilson Street
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Continue on Wilson Street
2.9 mi · 6 min · 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 Gouldsboro 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.
US Highway 1
Turn left onto US Highway 1
19.2 mi · 00h 29m
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 Gouldsboro and Mostly Sunny then Isolated Rain Showers near Bangor.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gouldsboro to Bangor?
The road trip is about 49.1 miles (79 km) and usually takes 01h 02m 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 23.9 miles from Gouldsboro and 25.2 miles from Bangor.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 42.6 miles (68.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.5 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 4:24 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.82 one way or $13.65 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Gouldsboro and Mostly Sunny then Isolated Rain Showers near Bangor.
Stop Ideas Near Ellsworth
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
City Hall Plaza parking lot
Downeast transportation — Ellsworth City Hall Bus Stop
Ellsworth City Hall
Ellsworth Police Department
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Ellsworth.
Searsport, Maine
Bangor, Maine
Orono (University of Maine), Maine
Belfast, Maine
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gouldsboro and Bangor. Straight-line distance: 42.65 mi (68.64 km).
#1 Gouldsboro
City in United States of America
| Population | 1,743 |
| Coordinates | 44.4784100, -68.0383400 |
| Altitude | 25 |
| 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: 79 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 36m |
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 | $6.82 | $13.65 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $7.71 | $15.42 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $8.40 | $16.81 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $10.37 | $20.75 |
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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