The drive from Bangor, ME to Richmond, ME covers 94.6 miles and takes about 1h 52m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 95, I 295, Main Street for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 80.1 miles on I 95.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $15.23 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
47.3 miles from Bangor, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 54m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 52m. Total distance: 94.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
This is a 1h 52m highway drive covering 94.6 miles, with most of the trip on I 95 and I 295. The longest continuous stretch is about 80.1 miles on I 95.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 10 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 I 295. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 81.6 miles in near I 295.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Bangor, ME to Richmond, ME is easy. At 1h 52m with 94% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 81.6 miles (I 295): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 90.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 90.8 miles (Route 197 / Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
81.6 mi into trip|~1h 31m in|I 295
Keep slight right at fork onto I 295 toward I 295 South, ME 9, ME 126: Gardiner, Brunswick
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 103
Toward I 295 South, ME 9, ME 126: Gardiner, Bru...
6
90.4 mi into trip|~1h 41m in
Take the exit toward ME 197: Richmond, Litchfield
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 43
Toward ME 197: Richmond, Litchfield
4
90.8 mi into trip|~1h 42m in|Route 197 / Main Street
Turn left onto Route 197 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
94.5 mi into trip|~1h 51m in|ME 24 / South Front Street
At end of road, turn right onto ME 24 / South Front Street
Navigation decision point
4
94.6 mi into trip|~1h 51m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Bangor, ME to Richmond, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Brunswick along the way.
Brunswick
81.6 mi in|~1h 31m|via I 295
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 95
80.1 mi
1h 27m
I 295
8.8 mi
9m
Main Street
3.7 mi
8m
Hammond Street
1.2 mi
3m
South Front Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 80.1 mi, about 1h 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bangor, ME and Richmond, 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 right at fork onto I 295
8.8 mi·9 min·I 295
Exit 103Toward I 295 South, ME 9, ME 126: Gardiner, Brunswick
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi·1 min
Exit 43Toward ME 197: Richmond, Litchfield
6
Turn left onto Route 197
3.7 mi·8 min·Main Street
7
At end of road, turn right onto ME 24
294 ft·12 sec·South Front Street
8
Turn left
54 ft·9 sec
9
Turn left
283 ft·20 sec
10
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 47.3 miles from Bangor, ME, or about 54m 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 21 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 47.3 miles or 54m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Richmond, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bangor, ME
This is one driving day of about 94.6 miles and 1h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Bangor, ME.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
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 47.3 mi from Bangor, ME
· 54m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Frances Perkins National Monument
National Monument
Known as the first woman to hold a presidential cabinet position and the “Woman behind the New Deal,” Frances Perkins championed many labor rights that Americans enjoy today, including safety standard...
13 mi from route
~33 min detour
Free
near mile 94.6
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.23 one way
$30.46 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg33 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$16.76
$33.51
premium
$4.86
$18.12
$36.23
diesel
$5.61
$20.89
$41.77
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
28.4
0
$9.93
$4.54
Efficient EV
23.7
0
$8.28
$3.78
EV Truck/SUV
37.8
0
$13.24
$6.05
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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.
Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Bangor, ME
Afternoon
in Bangor on Friday
Local time
3:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Richmond, ME
Afternoon
in Richmond on Friday
Local time
3:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
56°F
Fairfield, ME
47 mi in
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
17 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 52m 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 Richmond, ME covers 94.6 miles and takes about 1h 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, I 295, Main Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 47.3 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 $15.23 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 Richmond, ME is easy. At 1h 52m with 94% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 81.6 miles (I 295): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 90.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 90.8 miles (Route 197 / Main Street): Navigation decision point.
On the drive from Bangor, ME to Richmond, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Brunswick along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Frances Perkins National Monument.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
