How far is Millinocket, ME from Bangor, ME?
Fastest route
The distance between Millinocket, ME and Bangor, ME is 72 miles (115.87 kilometers) by car, following the I-95 N route. The drive time is approximately 1 hour and 8 minutes. The halfway point is Howland, ME.
Here are some recommended routes from Millinocket to Bangor by car:
- Route 1: 1 hour and 10 minutes, 71.2 miles
- ME-157 W
- I-95 N
- Hammond St
- State St
- Harlow St
- Center St
- Route 2: 1 hour and 29 minutes, 75.2 miles
- ME-157 W
- I-95 N
- Stillwater Ave
- Center St
- Main St/U.S. Rte 2 E
- Old County Rd S
- ME-116 S/ME-155 S/ME-6 WContinue to follow ME-155 S/ME-6 W
- At the traffic circle, take the 3rd exit onto Lagrange Rd
- Turn right to merge onto I-95 N toward Medway
- Take the exit toward ME-157 W
- Turn left onto ME-157 W
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 10m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Penobscot County, Maine, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Millinocket and Bangor.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Millinocket and Bangor.
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Start on Central Street
1.5 mi · 4 min · Central Street
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Continue on Route 157
2.8 mi · 4 min · Route 157
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3
Continue on Main Street
3.8 mi · 6 min · Main Street
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Continue on Old Main Street
1022 ft · 35 sec · Old Main Street
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Continue on State Route 11
1418 ft · 35 sec · State Route 11
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Continue on Old Main Street
1523 ft · 29 sec · Old Main Street
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Continue on Medway Road
2.2 mi · 4 min · Medway Road
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Take the ramp slight right
1268 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left
59.6 mi · 1 hr 1 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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13
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 Millinocket 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.
Medway Road
Merge slight left
59.6 mi · 01h 01m
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 And Snow leaving Millinocket and Chance Snow Showers near Bangor.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Millinocket to Bangor?
The road trip is about 72.1 miles (116.1 km) and usually takes 01h 10m 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?
Howland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 36 miles from Millinocket and 36.1 miles from Bangor.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 59.2 miles (95.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.9 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 4:10 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.06 one way or $20.12 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain And Snow around Millinocket and Chance Snow Showers near Bangor.
Stop Ideas Near Howland
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 Howland.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Millinocket and Bangor. Straight-line distance: 59.24 mi (95.34 km).
#1 Millinocket
City in Penobscot County, Maine, United States of America
| Population | 4,244 |
| Coordinates | 45.6572700, -68.7097600 |
| Altitude | 113 |
| 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: 116 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 54m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.95 | $10.06 | $20.12 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $11.37 | $22.73 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $12.39 | $24.78 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $15.29 | $30.58 |
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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