How far is North Bath, ME from Orono, ME?
The driving distance from North Bath, ME to Orono, ME is about 123 miles (198 km), with a travel time of about 02h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 86.5 miles (139.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 54m 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 27m.
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.
Town in Somerset County, Maine, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between North Bath and Orono.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Bath and Orono.
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Start on Harward Street
865 ft · 41 sec · Harward Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto High Street
1.7 mi · 6 min · High Street
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Take the ramp right toward US 1 South
135 m · 12 sec
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Merge slight left onto Leeman Highway
6.9 mi · 9 min · Leeman Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward ME 196 West, ME 24 North, I 295 North: Topsham, Lewiston
2.3 mi · 4 min
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Continue on Lewiston Road
2276 ft · 1 min · Lewiston Road
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Take the exit slight right toward I 295 North: Augusta
1973 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left
21.1 mi · 23 min
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Merge slight left onto Maine Turnpike
87.5 mi · 1 hr 36 min · Maine Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward Kelly Road, Orono
1289 ft · 34 sec
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Turn right onto Kelley Road
1.5 km · 2 min · Kelley Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Main Street
1.2 mi · 3 min · Main Street
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Turn right onto Pine Street
70 m · 16 sec · Pine Street
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Turn left
20 m · 10 sec
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Turn left
50 m · 12 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between North Bath and Orono.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Maine Turnpike
Merge slight left onto Maine Turnpike
87.5 mi · 01h 36m
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 North Bath and Slight Chance Snow Showers near Orono.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from North Bath to Orono?
The road trip is about 123 miles (198 km) and usually takes 02h 27m 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?
Fairfield is a useful midpoint, sitting about 61.5 miles from North Bath and 61.6 miles from Orono.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 86.5 miles (139.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 36.5 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 1:36 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.12 one way or $34.24 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 38.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around North Bath and Slight Chance Snow Showers near Orono.
Stop Ideas Near Fairfield
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between North Bath and Orono. Straight-line distance: 86.49 mi (139.19 km).
#1 North Bath
City in Sagadahoc County, Maine, United States of America
| Population | 9,363 |
| Coordinates | 43.9348000, -69.8158800 |
| Altitude | 8 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Orono
City in Hennepin County, Minnesota, US
| Population | 10,636 |
| Coordinates | 44.8831200, -68.6719800 |
| Altitude | 38 |
| Country | United States |
End: Orono (-68.67198, 44.88312)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 198 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 05m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 32m |
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 | $17.12 | $34.24 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $19.34 | $38.69 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $21.08 | $42.17 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $26.03 | $52.05 |
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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