How far is Manchester, ME from Bangor, ME?
The driving distance from Manchester, ME to Bangor, ME is about 77.9 miles (125.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 62.6 miles (100.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 30m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 15m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Waldo County, Maine, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Manchester and Bangor.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Manchester and Bangor.
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Start on the route
12 m · 4 sec
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Turn uturn
53 m · 18 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Western Avenue
2.2 mi · 3 min · Western Avenue
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Turn left
127 m · 8 sec
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Turn straight onto Old Winthrop Road
2906 ft · 1 min · Old Winthrop Road
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Turn right onto Macomber Avenue
1194 ft · 54 sec · Macomber Avenue
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Turn left onto Western Avenue
145 m · 9 sec · Western Avenue
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Take the exit slight right toward I 95: Portland, Waterville, Bangor
1829 ft · 44 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I-95 North: Waterville, Bangor
805 ft · 20 sec
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Merge slight left
73.5 mi · 1 hr 20 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 Manchester and Bangor.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I-95 North
Merge slight left
73.5 mi · 01h 20m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Manchester and Chance Light Rain near Bangor.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Manchester to Bangor?
The road trip is about 77.9 miles (125.3 km) and usually takes 01h 15m 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?
Burnham is a useful midpoint, sitting about 39.3 miles from Manchester and 38.6 miles from Bangor.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 62.6 miles (100.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.3 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 4:00 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.85 one way or $21.70 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Manchester and Chance Light Rain near Bangor.
Stop Ideas Near Burnham
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 Burnham.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Manchester and Bangor. Straight-line distance: 62.65 mi (100.82 km).
#1 Manchester
Town in Maine
| Population | 2,555 |
| Coordinates | 44.3245100, -69.8603300 |
| Altitude | 65 |
| 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: 125 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 58m |
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 | $10.85 | $21.70 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $12.26 | $24.51 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $13.36 | $26.72 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $16.49 | $32.98 |
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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