Origin
Machias, ME
Night in Machias on Sunday
Local time
9:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Machias, ME to Bangor, ME
Drive Time
2h 8m
Distance
85.5 mi
138 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 59m
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6 AM
2h 8m
8 AM
2h 26m
10 AM
2h 14m
12 PM
2h 13m
3 PM
2h 15m
5 PM
2h 25m
8 PM
2h 3m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bangor, ME
Beth Fitzpatrick
Trip Overview
The drive from Machias, ME to Bangor, ME covers 85.5 miles and takes about 2h 8m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Airline Road, Northfield Road, Main Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 52.4 miles on Airline Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $13.69 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.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
42.7 miles from Machias, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 6m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 8m drive with frequent turns across 85.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Airline Road is the longest continuous segment at about 52.4 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
507 ft
82 ft
Total Climb
775 ft
Total Descent
742 ft
Highest Point
507 ft
~46.3 mi in
Elevation Range
425 ft
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 Broadway.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Machias, ME to Bangor, ME is easy. At 2h 8m with 1% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Broadway): Navigation decision point; at 20 miles (ME 9 / Airline Road): Navigation decision point; at 77.6 miles (ME 9 Business / Main Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Broadway
Turn right onto Broadway
Navigation decision point
4
20 mi into trip
|
~35m in
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ME 9 / Airline Road
At end of road, turn left onto ME 9 / Airline Road
Navigation decision point
5
77.6 mi into trip
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~1h 55m in
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ME 9 Business / Main Road
Turn right onto ME 9 Business / Main Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
3
84.8 mi into trip
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~2h 6m in
|
US 1A; ME 9 Business / Wilson Street
Turn right onto US 1A; ME 9 Business / Wilson Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Airline Road | 52.4 mi | 1h 13m |
| Northfield Road | 12.8 mi | 22m |
| Main Road | 11.7 mi | 17m |
| Junior Williams Road | 6.4 mi | 11m |
| Broadway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| State Highway 9 | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Union Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Wilson Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Airline Road
— 52.4 mi, about 1h 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Machias, ME and Bangor, ME.
1
Start on US 1A
53 ft
·
3 sec
·
Court Street
2
Turn right onto Broadway
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Broadway
3
Continue on ME 192
13 mi
·
22 min
·
Northfield Road
4
Continue on ME 192
6.4 mi
·
11 min
·
Junior Williams Road
5
At end of road, turn left onto ME 9
24 mi
·
32 min
·
Airline Road
6
Continue on ME 9
0.6 mi
·
42 sec
·
State Highway 9
7
Continue on ME 9
29 mi
·
40 min
·
Airline Road
8
Continue on ME 9
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Main Road
9
Turn right onto ME 9 Business
7.1 mi
·
11 min
·
Main Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
10
Turn right onto US 1A; ME 9 Business
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Wilson Street
11
Continue on US 1A; ME 9 Business
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Union Street
12
Turn slight left onto US 2; ME 100
73 ft
·
2 sec
·
Hammond Street
13
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 42.7 miles from Machias, ME, or about 1h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 52.4 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 59m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 42.7 miles or 1h 6m 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 48m
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 Machias, 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 Machias, ME
This is one driving day of about 85.5 miles and 2h 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Machias, ME.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Airline Road for about 52.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 42.7 mi from Machias, ME · 1h 6m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
43 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 42.7 miles from Machias, 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
$13.69 one way
$27.37 round trip
$4.07/gal
25.4 MPG avg
30 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $15.00 | $30.01 |
| premium | $4.83 | $16.25 | $32.50 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $19.00 | $37.99 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25.7 | 0 | $8.98 | $4.10 |
| Efficient EV | 21.4 | 0 | $7.48 | $3.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 34.2 | 0 | $11.97 | $5.47 |
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 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
Bangor, ME
Night in Bangor on Sunday
Local time
9:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°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
23 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 8m 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 Machias, ME to Bangor, ME covers 85.5 miles and takes about 2h 8m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Airline Road, Northfield Road, Main Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 42.7 miles from Machias, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.69 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 Machias, ME to Bangor, ME is easy. At 2h 8m with 1% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Broadway): Navigation decision point; at 20 miles (ME 9 / Airline Road): Navigation decision point; at 77.6 miles (ME 9 Business / Main Road): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Machias, ME to Bangor, ME does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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