Origin
Phippsburg, ME
Morning in Phippsburg on Friday
Local time
7:49 AM
EDT
Current temp
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Trip from Phippsburg, ME to Bangor, ME
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 23m
Distance
119.2 mi
192 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 14m
★
6 AM
2h 24m
8 AM
2h 44m
10 AM
2h 31m
12 PM
2h 29m
3 PM
2h 32m
5 PM
2h 43m
8 PM
2h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Phippsburg, ME
Luis Rodriguez
Bangor, ME
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Trip Overview
The drive from Phippsburg, ME to Bangor, ME covers 119.2 miles and takes about 2h 23m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Maine Turnpike, I 295, US 1 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 80.1 miles on Maine Turnpike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $19.19 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
59.6 miles from Phippsburg, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 16m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 23m. Total distance: 119.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 23m highway drive covering 119.2 miles, with most of the trip on Maine Turnpike and I 295. The longest continuous stretch is about 80.1 miles on Maine Turnpike.
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.
Maine Turnpike 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 Maine Turnpike and I 295. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 6.9 miles in near State Road.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 119.2 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 6.9 miles (State Road): Navigation decision point; at 7.1 miles (Congress Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 7.3 miles: Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
6.9 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
State Road
At end of road, turn left onto State Road
Navigation decision point
5
7.1 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
Congress Avenue
Enter roundabout onto Congress Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
7.3 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Take the ramp toward US 1 South
Navigation decision point
Toward US 1 South
7
13.6 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
ME 24
Take the exit onto ME 24 toward ME 196 West, ME 24 North, I 295 North: Topsham, Lewiston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward ME 196 West, ME 24 North, I 295 North: T...
6
16.3 mi into trip
|
~28m in
Take the exit toward I 295 North: Augusta
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 295 North: Augusta
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 Phippsburg, ME to Bangor, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Lewiston along the way.
Lewiston
13.6 mi in
|
~23m
|
via ME 24
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Maine Turnpike | 80.1 mi | 1h 27m |
| I 295 | 21.1 mi | 23m |
| US 1 | 6.1 mi | 7m |
| Main Road | 4.1 mi | 7m |
| ME 24 | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| High Street | 2.2 mi | 6m |
| Hammond Street | 1.2 mi | 3m |
| Lewiston Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Maine Turnpike
— 80.1 mi, about 1h 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Phippsburg, ME and Bangor, ME.
1
Start on Higgins Lane
181 ft
·
9 sec
·
Higgins Lane
2
Turn right onto Parker Head Road
224 ft
·
10 sec
·
Parker Head Road
3
Turn right onto ME 209
4.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Main Road
4
Continue on Bridge Street
450 ft
·
12 sec
·
Bridge Street
5
Continue on ME 209
2.2 mi
·
6 min
·
High Street
6
Turn left onto Richardson Street
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Richardson Street
7
Continue on Western Avenue
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Western Avenue
8
At end of road, turn left onto State Road
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
State Road
9
Enter roundabout onto Congress Avenue
14 ft
·
0 sec
·
Congress Avenue
10
Continue on Congress Avenue
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Congress Avenue
11
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward US 1 South
12
Merge onto US 1
6.1 mi
·
7 min
·
US 1
13
Take the exit onto ME 24
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
ME 24
Toward ME 196 West, ME 24 North, I 295 North: Topsham, Lewiston
Use the straight lane.
14
Continue on ME 196
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Lewiston Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Toward I 295 North: Augusta
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Merge onto I 295
21 mi
·
23 min
·
I 295
17
Merge onto I 95
80 mi
·
1 hr 27 min
·
Maine Turnpike
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
20
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 59.6 miles from Phippsburg, ME, or about 1h 16m 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 26 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 59.6 miles or 1h 16m 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 58m
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 Phippsburg, 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.
+
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 Phippsburg, ME
This is one driving day of about 119.2 miles and 2h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Phippsburg, ME.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Maine Turnpike for about 80.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 59.6 mi from Phippsburg, ME · 1h 16m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
60 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 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 59.6 miles from Phippsburg, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Maine Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 80.1 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.19 one way
$38.38 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
42 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $21.11 | $42.23 |
| premium | $4.86 | $22.83 | $45.65 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $26.32 | $52.64 |
Estimated Tolls: $4.81
Maine Turnpike
(80.1 mi)
$4.81
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Tolls
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 41.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 35.8 | 0 | $12.52 | $5.72 |
| Efficient EV | 29.8 | 0 | $10.43 | $4.77 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 47.7 | 0 | $16.69 | $7.63 |
Gas CO2
42 kg
EV CO2
14 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
Morning in Bangor on Friday
Local time
7:49 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
50°F
Augusta, ME
60 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
12 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 23m 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 Phippsburg, ME to Bangor, ME covers 119.2 miles and takes about 2h 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Maine Turnpike, I 295, US 1. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 59.6 miles from Phippsburg, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.19 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 119.2 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 6.9 miles (State Road): Navigation decision point; at 7.1 miles (Congress Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 7.3 miles: Navigation decision point.
On the drive from Phippsburg, ME to Bangor, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Lewiston along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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