Origin
Chisholm, ME
Late night in Chisholm on Friday
Local time
2:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Chisholm, ME to Bangor, ME
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
2h
Distance
91.6 mi
147 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 52m
★
6 AM
2h 0m
8 AM
2h 18m
10 AM
2h 6m
12 PM
2h 5m
3 PM
2h 7m
5 PM
2h 17m
8 PM
1h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Chisholm, ME
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Bangor, ME
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Trip Overview
The drive from Chisholm, ME to Bangor, ME covers 91.6 miles and takes about 2h behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 95, Main Street, Mercer Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 26 miles on I 95. At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.75 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
45.8 miles from Chisholm, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 2m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h. Total distance: 91.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (30%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile.
Drive Character
The drive from Chisholm, ME to Bangor, ME covers 91.6 miles and takes about 2h, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 31 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 26 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 7.6 miles in near US 2; ME 4 / United States Highway 2.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h drive. You will face about 14 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 7.6 miles (US 2; ME 4 / United States Highway 2): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 8.4 miles (Depot Street): Navigation decision point; at 17.1 miles (Philbrick Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
7.6 mi into trip
|
~8m in
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US 2; ME 4 / United States Highway 2
Merge onto US 2; ME 4 / United States Highway 2
Merge point - match speed before joining
3
8.4 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
Depot Street
Turn right onto Depot Street
Navigation decision point
4
17.1 mi into trip
|
~25m in
|
Philbrick Street
Turn right onto Philbrick Street
Navigation decision point
4
17.3 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
US 2; ME 27 / Farmington Falls Road
At end of road, turn right onto US 2; ME 27 / Farmington Falls Road
Navigation decision point
5
90.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 56m in
Take the exit toward US 2, ME 100: Hammond Street, Airport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 2, ME 100: Hammond Street, Airport
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 26 mi | 28m |
| Main Street | 19.6 mi | 25m |
| Mercer Road | 12.9 mi | 14m |
| Canaan Road | 11.1 mi | 14m |
| Farmington Falls Road | 3.9 mi | 4m |
| Skowhegan Road | 3.1 mi | 3m |
| Lucy Knowles Road | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| West Front Street | 2 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 26 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chisholm, ME and Bangor, ME.
1
Start on ME 4
7.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Main Street
2
Merge onto US 2; ME 4
0.3 mi
·
19 sec
·
United States Highway 2
3
Continue on US 2; ME 4
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
US Route 2 East
4
Turn right onto Depot Street
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Depot Street
5
Continue on ME 156
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Chesterville Road
6
Continue on ME 156
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
Wilton Road
7
Continue on ME 156
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Route 156
8
Continue on ME 156
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North Chesterville Road
9
Continue on ME 156
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Wilton Road
10
Turn left onto Chesterville Road
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
Chesterville Road
11
Turn right onto ME 156
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Lucy Knowles Road
12
Turn left onto ME 41
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Vienna Road
13
Turn right onto Philbrick Street
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
·
Philbrick Street
14
At end of road, turn right onto US 2; ME 27
3.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Farmington Falls Road
15
Continue on US 2; ME 27; ME 134
13 mi
·
14 min
·
Mercer Road
16
Turn left onto US 2; US 201A
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Skowhegan Road
17
Continue on US 2; US 201A
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West Front Street
18
Turn left onto US 2; US 201
206 ft
·
7 sec
·
Main Street
19
Continue on US 2; US 201
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Island Avenue
20
Continue on US 2; US 201
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Water Street
21
Continue on US 2
6.4 mi
·
9 min
·
Canaan Road
22
Continue on US 2
4.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Main Street
23
Continue on US 2
4.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Canaan Road
24
Continue on US 2
7.8 mi
·
11 min
·
Main Street
25
Turn right onto Banks Road
340 ft
·
14 sec
·
Banks Road
26
Turn right onto ME 11; ME 100
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Ox Bow Road
27
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
28
Merge onto I 95
26 mi
·
28 min
·
I 95
29
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward US 2, ME 100: Hammond Street, Airport
30
Turn right onto US 2; ME 100
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Hammond Street
31
Arrive at destination
US 2; ME 100
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 45.8 miles from Chisholm, ME, or about 1h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 26 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 20 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.8 miles or 1h 2m 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 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bangor, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Chisholm, ME so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Chisholm, ME
This is one driving day of about 91.6 miles and 2h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Chisholm, ME.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 95 for about 26 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 45.8 mi from Chisholm, ME · 1h 2m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
46 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 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 45.8 miles from Chisholm, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bangor, ME
The final approach into Bangor, 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 Bangor, 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
$14.75 one way
$29.49 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $16.22 | $32.45 |
| premium | $4.86 | $17.54 | $35.08 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.22 | $40.45 |
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: 32 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.5 | 0 | $9.62 | $4.40 |
| Efficient EV | 22.9 | 0 | $8.01 | $3.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36.6 | 0 | $12.82 | $5.86 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (66% 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
Bangor, ME
Late night in Bangor on Friday
Local time
2:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°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
1 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
2h 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 Chisholm, ME to Bangor, ME covers 91.6 miles and takes about 2h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, Main Street, Mercer Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 45.8 miles from Chisholm, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.75 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.
This is a straightforward 2h drive. You will face about 14 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 7.6 miles (US 2; ME 4 / United States Highway 2): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 8.4 miles (Depot Street): Navigation decision point; at 17.1 miles (Philbrick Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Chisholm, ME to Bangor, ME does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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