Origin
Stonington, ME
Morning in Stonington on Saturday
Local time
8:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Stonington, ME to Bangor, ME
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 35m
Distance
58.4 mi
94 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 28m
★
6 AM
1h 35m
8 AM
1h 50m
10 AM
1h 40m
12 PM
1h 39m
3 PM
1h 41m
5 PM
1h 49m
8 PM
1h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Stonington, ME
Hyukman Kwon
Bangor, ME
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Trip Overview
The drive from Stonington, ME to Bangor, ME covers 58.4 miles and takes about 1h 35m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on River Road, North Penobscot Road, North Deer Isle Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 15.2 miles on River Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.40 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
29.2 miles from Stonington, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 51m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 35m. Total distance: 58.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (2%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 35m drive with frequent turns across 58.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
River Road is the longest continuous segment at about 15.2 miles.
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 School Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Stonington, ME to Bangor, ME is easy. At 1h 35m with 2% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (School Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 13.2 miles (ME 15; ME 175 / Caterpillar Hill Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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School Street
Turn right onto School Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Main Street
Turn left onto Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
13.2 mi into trip
|
~23m in
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ME 15; ME 175 / Caterpillar Hill Road
Turn left onto ME 15; ME 175 / Caterpillar Hill Road
Navigation decision point
4
31.2 mi into trip
|
~55m in
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ME 15 / Front Ridge Road
At end of road, turn left onto ME 15 / Front Ridge Road
Navigation decision point
4
34.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
|
US 1; ME 3; ME 15 / Acadia Highway
At end of road, turn left onto US 1; ME 3; ME 15 / Acadia Highway
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| River Road | 15.2 mi | 22m |
| North Penobscot Road | 5 mi | 8m |
| North Deer Isle Road | 4.6 mi | 8m |
| Southern Bay Road | 4.6 mi | 8m |
| Front Ridge Road | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| Acadia Highway | 3.4 mi | 3m |
| Caterpillar Hill Road | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| Snows Cove Road | 2.9 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
River Road
— 15.2 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stonington, ME and Bangor, ME.
1
Start on Church Street
113 ft
·
7 sec
·
Church Street
2
Turn right onto School Street
335 ft
·
15 sec
·
School Street
3
Turn left onto Main Street
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Main Street
4
Continue on ME 15
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Thurlows Hill Road
5
Continue on ME 15
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
North Main Street
6
Continue on ME 15
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Stonington Road
7
Continue on South Deer Isle Road
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
South Deer Isle Road
8
Continue on ME 15
0.5 mi
·
51 sec
·
Church Street
9
Continue on ME 15
4.6 mi
·
8 min
·
North Deer Isle Road
10
Continue on ME 15
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Little Deer Isle Road
11
Continue on ME 15
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
Deer Isle Sedgwick Bridge
12
Continue on ME 15
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Byards Point Road
13
Turn left onto ME 15; ME 175
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Caterpillar Hill Road
14
Continue on ME 15
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Snows Cove Road
15
Continue on ME 176
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Graytown Road
16
Continue on ME 175
4.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Southern Bay Road
17
Turn right onto ME 199
5.0 mi
·
8 min
·
North Penobscot Road
18
At end of road, turn left onto ME 15
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Front Ridge Road
19
At end of road, turn left onto US 1; ME 3; ME 15
3.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Acadia Highway
20
Continue on US 1; ME 3; ME 15
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Route 1
21
Continue on US 1; ME 3; ME 15
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
22
Continue on ME 15
15 mi
·
22 min
·
River Road
23
Continue on South Main Street
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
South Main Street
24
Turn left onto US 1A; ME 9 Business
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Wilson Street
25
Continue on US 1A; ME 9 Business
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Union Street
26
Turn slight left onto US 2; ME 100
73 ft
·
2 sec
·
Hammond Street
27
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 29.2 miles from Stonington, ME, or about 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 15.2 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 13 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 29.2 miles or 51m 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 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bangor, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Stonington, ME so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Stonington, ME
This is one driving day of about 58.4 miles and 1h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 13 miles from Stonington, ME.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on River Road for about 15.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.2 mi from Stonington, ME · 51m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.2 miles from Stonington, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.40 one way
$18.80 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $10.34 | $20.69 |
| premium | $4.86 | $11.18 | $22.37 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.89 | $25.79 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.5 | 0 | $6.13 | $2.80 |
| Efficient EV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.11 | $2.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.4 | 0 | $8.18 | $3.74 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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 Saturday
Local time
8:40 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
13 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
1h 35m 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 Stonington, ME to Bangor, ME covers 58.4 miles and takes about 1h 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are River Road, North Penobscot Road, North Deer Isle Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.2 miles from Stonington, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.40 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 Stonington, ME to Bangor, ME is easy. At 1h 35m with 2% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (School Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 13.2 miles (ME 15; ME 175 / Caterpillar Hill Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from Stonington, ME to Bangor, ME does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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