How far is Oxford, ME from Bangor, ME?

The driving distance from Oxford, ME to Bangor, ME is about 127.1 miles (204.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 06m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 96.4 miles (155.1 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 12m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
127.09 mi
02h 06m
Flight
96.4 mi
155.14 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
96.4 mi
Kilometers
155.14 km
Flight Time
00h 11m

Driving Distance

Road route
127.09 mi
Kilometers
204.53 km
Drive Time
02h 06m

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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 02h 06m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Bangor
Mon, Apr 27, 9:42 AM EDT
Return by in Oxford
Mon, Apr 27, 11:48 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Oxford
2026-04-27T07:36
Arrive Bangor
Mon, Apr 27, 9:42 AM EDT
Route Timing
02h 06m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:06 AM to 12:06 PM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
2:18 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Oxford
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Vassalboro
ME

City in Kennebec County, Maine, United States of America

From Oxford
61.5 mi
01h 03m
To Bangor
65.6 mi
01h 03m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
66°F
Monday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Mon, Apr 27 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 10 mph E
Destination
38°F
Overnight

Partly Cloudy

Starts
Mon, Apr 27 2:00 AM EDT
Wind
1 mph N

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Oxford and Bangor.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Oxford and Bangor.

  1. 1

    Start on King Street

    1980 ft · 55 sec · King Street

  2. 2

    Continue on King Street

    1.1 mi · 2 min · King Street

  3. 3

    Turn right onto Main Street

    2593 ft · 59 sec · Main Street

  4. 4

    Turn left onto Mechanic Falls Road

    2.4 mi · 4 min · Mechanic Falls Road

  5. 5

    Continue on Pleasant Street

    2.3 mi · 5 min · Pleasant Street

  6. 6

    Turn slight left onto Lewiston Street

    1.6 mi · 3 min · Lewiston Street

  7. 7

    Continue on Mechanic Falls Road

    1.8 mi · 3 min · Mechanic Falls Road

  8. 8

    Continue on Minot Avenue

    4.1 mi · 8 min · Minot Avenue

  9. 9

    Turn left onto Court Street

    2.2 mi · 4 min · Court Street

  10. 10

    Continue on Main Street

    1367 ft · 28 sec · Main Street

  11. 11

    Turn sharp right onto Canal Street

    1.2 km · 1 min · Canal Street

  12. 12

    Merge slight left onto Lisbon Street

    1.5 mi · 2 min · Lisbon Street

  13. 13

    Take the exit slight right

    1247 ft · 34 sec

  14. 14

    Turn straight onto Alfred A Plourde Parkway

    971 ft · 19 sec · Alfred A Plourde Parkway

  15. 15

    Take the ramp left

    1440 ft · 35 sec

  16. 16

    Merge slight left onto Maine Turnpike

    19.2 mi · 21 min · Maine Turnpike

  17. 17

    Keep slight left to continue on Maine Turnpike

    82.9 mi · 1 hr 30 min · Maine Turnpike

  18. 18

    Take the exit slight right toward US 2, ME 100: Hammond Street, Airport

    1197 ft · 29 sec

  19. 19

    Turn right onto Hammond Street

    1.2 mi · 3 min · Hammond Street

  20. 20

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Hammond Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Oxford and Bangor.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
20 steps
9 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
5
2 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
15.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Maine Turnpike
102 mi · 80%
Mechanic Falls Road
4.15 mi · 3%
Minot Avenue
4.13 mi · 3%
Pleasant Street
2.28 mi · 2%
Court Street
2.21 mi · 2%
Lisbon Street
1.77 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

Maine Turnpike

Keep slight left to continue on Maine Turnpike

82.9 mi · 01h 30m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 06m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 12m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+30.7 mi
96.4 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Vassalboro
01h 03m from Oxford
Leave By
2:18 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Oxford and Partly Cloudy near Bangor.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Oxford to Bangor?

The road trip is about 127.1 miles (204.5 km) and usually takes 02h 06m 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?

Vassalboro is a useful midpoint, sitting about 61.5 miles from Oxford and 65.6 miles from Bangor.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 96.4 miles (155.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 30.7 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 2:18 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.71 one way or $35.43 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 39.9 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Oxford and Partly Cloudy near Bangor.

Stop Ideas Near Vassalboro

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Vassalboro and the surrounding midpoint area.
Waterville Opera House
Scenic stop 5.8 mi away

Waterville Opera House

Waterville , ME
1 Common St, Waterville, ME 04901
Rating 4.7/5 291 reviews Opera house,Comedy club,Concert hall,Historical landmark,Performing arts theater
Augusta City Hall
Meeting point 12.2 mi away

Augusta City Hall

Augusta , ME
16 Cony St, Augusta, ME 04330
Rating 4.1/5 22 reviews City Hall
Stop photo coming soon
Nearby stop 12.1 mi away

Inn At City Hall

Augusta , ME
1 Cony St, Augusta, ME 04330
Rating 5.0/5 1 reviews Retirement home

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Vassalboro.

BUS

Augusta, ME

15 mi away
9 Industrial Drive
BUS

Waldoboro, Maine

46 mi away
US hwy 1 and hwy 32
BUS

Damariscotta, Maine

49 mi away
167 Main St.
BUS

Belfast, Maine

52 mi away
Belmont Ave & US Hwy 1

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Oxford and Bangor. Straight-line distance: 96.4 mi (155.14 km).

Oxford

#1 Oxford

Town in Oxford County, Maine, United States

Population4,102
Coordinates44.1317400, -70.4931100
Altitude100
CountryUnited States
Bangor

#2 Bangor

City in Penobscot County, Maine, USA

Population31,998
Coordinates44.8011800, -68.7778100
Altitude36
CountryUnited States
Start: King Street (-70.493106, 44.131739)
End: Hammond Street (-68.777856, 44.801175)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 205 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 14m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 10m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 32m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 07m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 48m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 35m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
4.49 gal
16.98 L · about $17.71
Round trip
$35.43
8.98 gal · 33.96 L
Estimated CO2
39.9 kg one way
Round trip: 79.8 kg / 176 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.95 $17.71 $35.43
Mid-grade $4.46 $20.01 $40.02
Premium $4.86 $21.81 $43.62
Diesel $6.00 $26.93 $53.85

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Maine · Apr 27, 2026

There is no time difference between Oxford and Bangor. The current time is 07:36:02.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.