Origin
Bangor, ME
Late night in Bangor on Friday
Local time
12:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bangor, ME to Guilford, ME
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 11m
Distance
44.4 mi
71 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 6m
★
6 AM
1h 12m
8 AM
1h 23m
10 AM
1h 16m
12 PM
1h 14m
3 PM
1h 16m
5 PM
1h 22m
8 PM
1h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bangor, ME
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Guilford, ME
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Trip Overview
The drive from Bangor, ME to Guilford, ME covers 44.4 miles and takes about 1h 11m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Bangor Road, Dover Road, Broadway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 7.5 miles on Bangor Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.15 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 11m. Total distance: 44.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 11m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 11m drive with frequent turns across 44.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Bangor Road is the longest continuous segment at about 7.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near ME 222 / Union Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Bangor, ME to Guilford, ME is easy. At 1h 11m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (ME 222 / Union Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.1 miles (Hudson Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Ohio Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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ME 222 / Union Street
Turn sharp left onto ME 222 / Union Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Hudson Street
Turn right onto Hudson Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Ohio Street
Turn left onto Ohio Street
Navigation decision point
3
2.8 mi into trip
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~7m in
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Finson Road
Turn right onto Finson Road
Navigation decision point
3
5.5 mi into trip
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~13m in
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ME 15 / Broadway
Turn left onto ME 15 / Broadway
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Bangor Road | 7.5 mi | 11m |
| Dover Road | 7 mi | 10m |
| Broadway | 6.9 mi | 10m |
| Water Street | 5.5 mi | 8m |
| Main Road | 4.8 mi | 7m |
| Main Street | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| Finson Road | 2.7 mi | 6m |
| Ohio Street | 2.6 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
Bangor Road
— 7.5 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bangor, ME and Guilford, ME.
1
Start on US 2; ME 100
73 ft
·
11 sec
·
Hammond Street
2
Turn sharp left onto ME 222
420 ft
·
16 sec
·
Union Street
3
Turn right onto Hudson Street
412 ft
·
23 sec
·
Hudson Street
4
Turn left onto Ohio Street
2.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Ohio Street
5
Turn right onto Finson Road
2.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Finson Road
6
Turn left onto ME 15
6.9 mi
·
10 min
·
Broadway
7
Continue on ME 15
4.8 mi
·
7 min
·
Main Road
8
Continue on ME 15
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Main Street
9
Continue on ME 11; ME 15
7.0 mi
·
10 min
·
Dover Road
10
Continue on ME 15
7.5 mi
·
11 min
·
Bangor Road
11
Continue on ME 15
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
12
Continue on ME 6; ME 15; ME 16
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
West Main Street
13
Continue on ME 6; ME 15; ME 16
5.5 mi
·
8 min
·
Water Street
14
Arrive at destination
ME 6; ME 15; ME 16; ME 150
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 22.2 mi from Bangor, ME · 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.2 miles from Bangor, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Guilford, ME
The final approach into Guilford, ME usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.15 one way
$14.30 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $7.86 | $15.73 |
| premium | $4.86 | $8.50 | $17.00 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.80 | $19.61 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.3 | 0 | $4.66 | $2.13 |
| Efficient EV | 11.1 | 0 | $3.89 | $1.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.8 | 0 | $6.22 | $2.84 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Guilford, ME
Late night in Guilford on Friday
Local time
12:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Charleston, ME
22 mi in
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
1 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
1h 11m 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 Guilford, ME covers 44.4 miles and takes about 1h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Bangor Road, Dover Road, Broadway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 22.2 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 $7.15 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Bangor, ME to Guilford, ME is easy. At 1h 11m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (ME 222 / Union Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.1 miles (Hudson Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Ohio Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Bangor, ME to Guilford, ME does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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