How far is Mars Hill, ME from Bangor, ME?
The driving distance from Mars Hill, ME to Bangor, ME is about 144.9 miles (233.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 16m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 126.4 miles (203.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 32m 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 02h 16m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Mars Hill and Bangor.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mars Hill and Bangor.
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Start on Mill Street
68 m · 19 sec · Mill Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
2608 ft · 1 min · Main Street
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Continue on Military Road
1649 ft · 40 sec · Military Road
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Continue on Route 1
2.7 mi · 4 min · Route 1
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Continue on Main Road
6.7 mi · 11 min · Main Road
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Continue on Route 1
6.4 mi · 10 min · Route 1
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Continue on US Highway 1
1.1 km · 55 sec · US Highway 1
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Continue on North Road
5.8 mi · 8 min · North Road
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Continue on North Street
3.1 mi · 6 min · North Street
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Take the exit right
1588 ft · 39 sec
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Merge slight left
116.9 mi · 1 hr 58 min
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Take the exit slight right toward ME 222: Union Street, Ohio Street, Airport
980 ft · 32 sec
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Keep slight right
157 m · 20 sec
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Turn left onto Union Street
1.6 km · 3 min · 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 Mars Hill and Bangor.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
North Street
Merge slight left
117 mi · 01h 58m
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 then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Mars Hill 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 Mars Hill to Bangor?
The road trip is about 144.9 miles (233.2 km) and usually takes 02h 16m 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?
Stacyville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 72.4 miles from Mars Hill and 72.5 miles from Bangor.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 126.4 miles (203.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.5 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 1:58 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.16 one way or $40.32 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Mars Hill and Mostly Sunny near Bangor.
Stop Ideas Near Stacyville
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 Stacyville.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mars Hill and Bangor. Straight-line distance: 126.38 mi (203.39 km).
#1 Mars Hill
Human settlement in United States of America
| Population | 1,461 |
| Coordinates | 46.5158800, -67.8664100 |
| Altitude | 129 |
| 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: 233 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 37m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 48m |
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 | $20.16 | $40.32 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $22.78 | $45.55 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $24.82 | $49.65 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $30.64 | $61.29 |
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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