If you are looking to travel from Rumford to Bangor, you are in for a 108.5-mile journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 14 minutes. This drive stays entirely within Maine, keeping you comfortably within the Northeast region for the duration of the trip. Because the total travel time is quite manageable, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about booking overnight accommodations. Budget roughly $17 for fuel to cover the distance, which makes this an economical way to navigate between these two points. Since the route relies on local roads rather than major interstates, plan for a steady pace rather than a high-speed sprint.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
53.1 miles from Rumford, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 18m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 95
26 mi
28m
Main Street
20.8 mi
31m
Mercer Road
12.9 mi
14m
Canaan Road
11.1 mi
14m
US Route 2 West
7 mi
10m
River Road
4.3 mi
7m
Farmington Falls Road
3.9 mi
4m
Skowhegan Road
3.1 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 26 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rumford, ME and Bangor, ME.
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Start on US 2
108 ft·7 sec·Hancock Street
2
Turn right onto US 2
0.3 mi·48 sec·Lincoln Avenue
3
Continue on US 2
0.7 mi·2 min·Main Street
4
Turn straight onto US 2; ME 17
4.3 mi·7 min·River Road
5
Continue on US 2; ME 17
8.1 mi·12 min·Main Street
6
Continue on US 2; ME 17
1.6 mi·2 min·US Highway 2
7
Continue on US 2; ME 17
7.0 mi·10 min·US Route 2 West
8
Continue on US 2
0.5 mi·42 sec·United States Highway 2
9
Continue on US 2; ME 4
0.6 mi·1 min·US Route 2 East
10
Turn right onto Depot Street
1.8 mi·3 min·Depot Street
11
Continue on ME 156
1.5 mi·2 min·Chesterville Road
12
Continue on ME 156
0.5 mi·55 sec·Wilton Road
13
Continue on ME 156
0.7 mi·1 min·Route 156
14
Continue on ME 156
0.9 mi·1 min·North Chesterville Road
15
Continue on ME 156
0.3 mi·35 sec·Wilton Road
16
Turn left onto Chesterville Road
0.2 mi·17 sec·Chesterville Road
17
Turn right onto ME 156
2.7 mi·4 min·Lucy Knowles Road
18
Turn left onto ME 41
0.1 mi·15 sec·Vienna Road
19
Turn right onto Philbrick Street
0.2 mi·42 sec·Philbrick Street
20
At end of road, turn right onto US 2; ME 27
3.9 mi·4 min·Farmington Falls Road
21
Continue on US 2; ME 27; ME 134
13 mi·14 min·Mercer Road
22
Turn left onto US 2; US 201A
3.1 mi·3 min·Skowhegan Road
23
Continue on US 2; US 201A
2.0 mi·2 min·West Front Street
24
Turn left onto US 2; US 201
206 ft·7 sec·Main Street
25
Continue on US 2; US 201
0.2 mi·33 sec·Island Avenue
26
Continue on US 2; US 201
1.0 mi·2 min·Water Street
27
Continue on US 2
6.4 mi·9 min·Canaan Road
28
Continue on US 2
4.1 mi·4 min·Main Street
29
Continue on US 2
4.7 mi·5 min·Canaan Road
30
Continue on US 2
7.8 mi·11 min·Main Street
31
Turn right onto Banks Road
340 ft·14 sec·Banks Road
32
Turn right onto ME 11; ME 100
0.4 mi·1 min·Ox Bow Road
33
Take the exit
0.3 mi·36 sec
34
Merge onto I 95
26 mi·28 min·I 95
35
Take the exit
0.2 mi·29 sec
Toward US 2, ME 100: Hammond Street, Airport
36
Turn right onto US 2; ME 100
1.2 mi·3 min·Hammond Street
37
Arrive at destination
US 2; ME 100
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive of just over two hours, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time. Aim to hit the road when you feel most comfortable navigating local turns, as the lack of highway stretches means you will be actively driving for the entire 108.5 miles. While there are no scheduled stops in this itinerary, keep your fuel levels in mind before heading out to ensure you stay within your $17 estimated budget. Given the turn-heavy nature of the route, prioritize keeping your vehicle in good working order to handle the constant adjustments on Lincoln Avenue and River Road. Stay focused on the road ahead, and enjoy the straightforward nature of this Maine excursion.
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 53.1 miles from Rumford, ME, or about 1h 18m 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 23 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 53.1 miles or 1h 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 5m
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 Rumford, 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 Rumford, ME
This is one driving day of about 106.2 miles and 2h 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Rumford, 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.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 104.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|US 2 / Lincoln Avenue
Turn right onto US 2 / Lincoln Avenue
Navigation decision point
3
23.1 mi into trip|~38m in|Depot Street
Turn right onto Depot Street
Navigation decision point
4
31.8 mi into trip|~53m in|Philbrick Street
Turn right onto Philbrick Street
Navigation decision point
4
31.9 mi into trip|~54m 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
104.8 mi into trip|~2h 24m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.10 one way
$34.19 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg37 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$18.81
$37.62
premium
$4.86
$20.34
$40.67
diesel
$5.61
$23.45
$46.90
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: 37.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
31.9
0
$11.15
$5.10
Efficient EV
26.6
0
$9.29
$4.25
EV Truck/SUV
42.5
0
$14.87
$6.80
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (68% 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
Rumford, ME
Afternoon
in Rumford on Saturday
Local time
1:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Bangor, ME
Afternoon
in Bangor on Saturday
Local time
1:52 PM
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
7 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 28m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. You will navigate using Lincoln Avenue, Main Street, and River Road, moving away from the monotony of typical highway travel. With a 0% highway share, this route trades high-speed efficiency for a more hands-on driving experience through the local landscape. The road profile is consistently technical, requiring you to stay alert through every turn. Because you won't be cruising on interstates, the drive feels more grounded and connected to the local terrain as you make your way toward Bangor.
34% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
37 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 26 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
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 early in the drive near US 2 / Lincoln Avenue.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 28m 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: near the start (US 2 / Lincoln Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 23.1 miles (Depot Street): Navigation decision point; at 31.8 miles (Philbrick Street): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 28m. Total distance: 106.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 26 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
Mostly yes along the main roads, but rural stretches through ME can have sparse or no coverage. Before you leave, download offline Google Maps or Apple Maps for the route, and consider downloading music or podcasts instead of streaming. If you depend on data for navigation, keep a paper backup of the turn-by-turn directions.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 2 / Lincoln Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 23.1 miles (Depot Street): Navigation decision point; at 31.8 miles (Philbrick Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Bangor, ME before heading back.
