The drive from Edgecomb, ME to Bangor, ME covers 102.9 miles and takes about 2h 10m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 95, Gardiner Road, Wiscasset Road for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 69.8 miles on I 95.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $16.57 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
51.5 miles from Edgecomb, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 11m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 10m. Total distance: 102.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
This is a 2h 10m highway drive covering 102.9 miles, with most of the trip on I 95 and Gardiner Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 69.8 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 20 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 69.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Gardiner Road. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 28.4 miles in near US 201; US 202; ME 9; ME 100 / Bangor Street.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Edgecomb, ME to Bangor, ME is easy. At 2h 10m with 69% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 28.4 miles (US 201; US 202; ME 9; ME 100 / Bangor Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 28.4 miles (US 201; US 202; ME 9; ME 100 / Bangor Street): Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 29.7 miles (ME 3 / Augusta Bypass): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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28.4 mi into trip|~45m in|US 201; US 202; ME 9; ME 100 / Bangor Street
Enter roundabout onto US 201; US 202; ME 9; ME 100 / Bangor Street toward US 201 North, ME 100 North, US 202 East, ME 9 East: Waterville, Belfast
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 201 North, ME 100 North, US 202 East,...
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28.4 mi into trip|~45m in|US 201; US 202; ME 9; ME 100 / Bangor Street
Right onto US 201; US 202; ME 9; ME 100 / Bangor Street toward US 201 North, ME 100 North, US 202 East, ME 9 East: Waterville, Belfast
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 201 North, ME 100 North, US 202 East,...
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29.7 mi into trip|~46m in|ME 3 / Augusta Bypass
Turn left onto ME 3 / Augusta Bypass
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
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31.4 mi into trip|~49m in
Enter roundabout
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
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101.6 mi into trip|~2h 6m 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
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 Edgecomb, ME to Bangor, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Belfast along the way.
Belfast
28.4 mi in|~45m|via US 201; US 202; ME 9; ME 100
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 95
69.8 mi
1h 15m
Gardiner Road
10 mi
14m
Wiscasset Road
5.7 mi
8m
River Road
3.6 mi
5m
Boothbay Road
3.3 mi
5m
Water Street
2.2 mi
4m
Augusta Bypass
1.8 mi
2m
Route 1
1.2 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 69.8 mi, about 1h 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Edgecomb, ME and Bangor, ME.
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Start on ME 27
3.3 mi·5 min·Boothbay Road
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Turn left onto US 1; ME 27
1.2 mi·1 min·Route 1
3
Continue on US 1; ME 27
0.5 mi·1 min·Main Street
4
Turn straight onto US 1
0.2 mi·32 sec·Bath Road
5
Turn right onto Gardiner Road
10 mi·14 min·Gardiner Road
6
Continue on ME 27
5.7 mi·8 min·Wiscasset Road
7
Continue on ME 27
2.2 mi·4 min·Water Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
8
Continue on ME 9
3.6 mi·5 min·River Road
9
Continue on ME 9
1.2 mi·1 min·Hospital Street
10
Continue on ME 9; ME 17
0.5 mi·1 min·Stone Street
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Enter roundabout onto US 201; US 202; ME 9; ME 100
91 ft·1 sec·Bangor Street
Toward US 201 North, ME 100 North, US 202 East, ME 9 East: Waterville, Belfast
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Continue on US 201; US 202; ME 9; ME 100
0.6 mi·53 sec·Bangor Street
Toward US 201 North, ME 100 North, US 202 East, ME 9 East: Waterville, Belfast
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Continue on US 201; ME 100
0.7 mi·1 min·Riverside Drive
Use the straight lane.
14
Turn left onto ME 3
1.8 mi·2 min·Augusta Bypass
Use the left lane.
15
Enter roundabout
1 ft·0 sec
16
Continue
0.3 mi·41 sec
17
Merge onto I 95
70 mi·1 hr 15 min·I 95
18
Take the exit
0.2 mi·29 sec
Toward US 2, ME 100: Hammond Street, Airport
19
Turn right onto US 2; ME 100
1.2 mi·3 min·Hammond Street
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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 51.5 miles from Edgecomb, ME, or about 1h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 69.8 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 23 miles or 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 51.5 miles or 1h 11m 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 47m
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 Edgecomb, 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 Edgecomb, ME
This is one driving day of about 102.9 miles and 2h 10m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Edgecomb, ME.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 95 for about 69.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 51.5 mi from Edgecomb, ME
· 1h 11m into the drive
The midpoint is around 51.5 miles from Edgecomb, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel check
Top up before I 95 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 69.8 miles.
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.
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.57 one way
$33.13 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg36 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$18.23
$36.45
premium
$4.86
$19.70
$39.41
diesel
$5.61
$22.72
$45.44
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
30.9
0
$10.80
$4.94
Efficient EV
25.7
0
$9.00
$4.12
EV Truck/SUV
41.2
0
$14.41
$6.59
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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 15, 2026
Origin
Edgecomb, ME
Evening
in Edgecomb on Friday
Local time
6:11 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Bangor, ME
Evening
in Bangor on Friday
Local time
6:11 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
50°F
Augusta, ME
51 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
4 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
2h 10m 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 Edgecomb, ME to Bangor, ME covers 102.9 miles and takes about 2h 10m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, Gardiner Road, Wiscasset 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 51.5 miles from Edgecomb, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.57 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 Edgecomb, ME to Bangor, ME is easy. At 2h 10m with 69% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 28.4 miles (US 201; US 202; ME 9; ME 100 / Bangor Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 28.4 miles (US 201; US 202; ME 9; ME 100 / Bangor Street): Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 29.7 miles (ME 3 / Augusta Bypass): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Edgecomb, ME to Bangor, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Belfast 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.
