Origin
Bangor, ME
Night in Bangor on Sunday
Local time
10:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bangor, ME to Denmark, ME
Drive Time
3h 5m
Distance
147.8 mi
238 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 54m
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6 AM
3h 5m
8 AM
3h 28m
10 AM
3h 13m
12 PM
3h 11m
3 PM
3h 15m
5 PM
3h 27m
8 PM
2h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bangor, ME
Beth Fitzpatrick
Denmark, ME
Christian Himmel
Trip Overview
Traveling from Bangor to Denmark covers 147.8 miles and typically takes about 3 hours and 5 minutes. Since the trip is relatively straightforward, you can easily complete it in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend approximately $24 on fuel for the journey, making it a budget-friendly transit across the state. You will primarily navigate via I-95, the Maine Turnpike, and Poland Spring Road. This route serves as a practical connection between two points in the Northeast, offering a reliable path if you are looking to get from Central Maine toward the southwestern region efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
73.9 miles from Bangor, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 23m into the drive .
Drive Character
This 147.8-mile journey is heavily highway-focused, with 73% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You will face your longest uninterrupted stretch early on, covering 80.1 miles of steady driving on I-95. The experience transitions from high-speed interstate travel to more localized roads like Poland Spring Road as you approach your destination. While the initial leg feels like a standard interstate grind, the final portion of the drive provides a shift in pace. Expect a functional, direct drive that favors speed and consistency over winding, technical backroads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 95 is the longest continuous segment at about 80.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Maine Turnpike. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 81.6 miles in near I 95 / Maine Turnpike.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 3h 5m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 81.6 miles (I 95 / Maine Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 84.3 miles (I 95 / Maine Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 110.5 miles (Poland Spring Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
81.6 mi into trip
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~1h 31m in
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I 95 / Maine Turnpike
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 / Maine Turnpike toward I 95 South: Lewiston, Portland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 95 South: Lewiston, Portland
4
84.3 mi into trip
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~1h 34m in
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I 95 / Maine Turnpike
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 / Maine Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
110.5 mi into trip
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~2h 3m in
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Poland Spring Road
Turn right onto Poland Spring Road
Navigation decision point
4
111.2 mi into trip
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~2h 5m in
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Poland Spring Road
At end of road, turn left onto Poland Spring Road
Navigation decision point
4
132.5 mi into trip
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~2h 43m in
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US 302; ME 11; ME 35 / Roosevelt Trail
At end of road, turn right onto US 302; ME 11; ME 35 / Roosevelt Trail
Navigation decision point
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Bangor, ME to Denmark, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Portland along the way.
Portland
81.6 mi in
|
~1h 31m
|
via I 95
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 80.1 mi | 1h 27m |
| Maine Turnpike | 27.4 mi | 29m |
| Poland Spring Road | 8.6 mi | 15m |
| Roosevelt Trail | 5.1 mi | 5m |
| Maine Street | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| East Main Street | 3.6 mi | 6m |
| South High Street | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| Portland Road | 2.8 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 80.1 mi, about 1h 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bangor, ME and Denmark, ME.
1
Start on US 2; ME 100
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Hammond Street
2
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
3
Merge onto I 95; ME 15
80 mi
·
1 hr 27 min
·
I 95; ME 15
4
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95
2.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Maine Turnpike
Toward I 95 South: Lewiston, Portland
5
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95
25 mi
·
26 min
·
Maine Turnpike
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
7
Turn straight
274 ft
·
6 sec
8
Turn straight onto US 202; ME 4
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Washington Street
9
Turn right onto Poland Spring Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Poland Spring Road
10
At end of road, turn left onto Poland Spring Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Poland Spring Road
11
Continue on Ricker Road
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Ricker Road
12
Continue on Spring Water Road
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Spring Water Road
13
Turn sharp right onto ME 26
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Maine Street
14
Turn left onto White Oak Hill Road
2.7 mi
·
6 min
·
White Oak Hill Road
15
Turn left onto ME 11
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Bakerstown Road
16
Continue on ME 11
7.1 mi
·
12 min
·
Poland Spring Road
17
Continue on ME 11
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Casco Road
18
At end of road, turn right onto US 302; ME 11; ME 35
5.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Roosevelt Trail
19
Continue on US 302
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Portland Road
20
Turn left onto Sandy Creek Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Sandy Creek Road
21
At end of road, turn left onto South High Street
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
South High Street
22
Continue on East Main Street
3.6 mi
·
6 min
·
East Main Street
23
Arrive at destination
ME117
Trip Plan
Because this is a manageable 3-hour trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Plan for at least one stop to break up the 147.8-mile transit, especially since the majority of your time is spent on high-speed highways. Since you are budgeting $24 for fuel, filling up before you leave Bangor can help you avoid potential price fluctuations on the turnpike. Keep an eye on your mileage during that initial 80.1-mile stretch on I-95 to ensure you stay refreshed behind the wheel. Given the simplicity of the route, you can focus on timing your arrival to Denmark to best suit your personal schedule.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 73.9 miles from Bangor, ME, or about 1h 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 80.1 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles or 1h 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 73.9 miles or 1h 23m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Denmark, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bangor, ME so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bangor, ME
This is one driving day of about 147.8 miles and 3h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bangor, ME.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 95 for about 80.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 73.9 mi from Bangor, ME · 1h 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
74 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 73.9 miles from Bangor, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 95 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 80.1 miles.
Arriving in Denmark, ME
The final approach into Denmark, ME usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Denmark, ME.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.66 one way
$47.32 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
52 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $25.93 | $51.87 |
| premium | $4.83 | $28.09 | $56.19 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $32.84 | $65.67 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.64
Maine Turnpike
(27.4 mi)
$1.64
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 44.3 | 0 | $15.52 | $7.09 |
| Efficient EV | 37 | 0 | $12.93 | $5.91 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 59.1 | 0 | $20.69 | $9.46 |
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
17 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Denmark, ME
Night in Denmark on Sunday
Local time
10:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
5 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 5m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Bangor, ME to Denmark, ME covers 147.8 miles and takes about 3h 5m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, Maine Turnpike, Poland Spring Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 73.9 miles from Bangor, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $23.66 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 3h 5m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 81.6 miles (I 95 / Maine Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 84.3 miles (I 95 / Maine Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 110.5 miles (Poland Spring Road): Navigation decision point.
On the drive from Bangor, ME to Denmark, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Portland along the way.
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