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Trip from Winslow, ME to Bangor, ME

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

1h 6m

Distance

56.3 mi

91 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$9

one way

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 16 min
4 AM
1h 2m ★
6 AM
1h 7m
8 AM
1h 18m
10 AM
1h 11m
12 PM
1h 10m
3 PM
1h 11m
5 PM
1h 17m
8 PM
1h 4m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown Winslow, ME, ME

Winslow, ME

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Downtown Bangor, ME, ME

Bangor, ME

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Trip Overview

This straightforward 56.3-mile drive from Winslow to Bangor, Maine, is easily manageable in about 1 hour and 6 minutes, making it an ideal day trip. The journey is predominantly highway, with 93% of the route on high-speed roads, so you'll be covering ground efficiently. Expect a fuel cost of approximately $9 for this trip. Given the short distance and quick travel time, it's a convenient option for a single-day excursion, allowing for flexibility in your schedule. Both your origin and destination are within the Northeast region of the US.

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

28.2 miles from Winslow, ME

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 33m into the drive .

Drive Character

Prepare for a primarily highway-focused experience on this route. You'll spend the vast majority of your time on I-95, which constitutes 93% of the drive. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is a solid 52.5 miles on I-95, offering a consistent pace. While the profile is highway-centric, the final approach into Bangor will involve navigating local streets like Hammond Street and Main Street. This means you'll transition from open highway speeds to more urban driving conditions as you reach your destination.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 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 52.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Hammond Street. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Clinton Avenue.

Route Complexity 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

The drive from Winslow, ME to Bangor, ME is easy. At 1h 6m with 93% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (Clinton Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (Chaplin Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (ME 104 / Main Street): Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 6 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | Clinton Avenue

Turn right onto Clinton Avenue

Navigation decision point

4
1.1 mi into trip | ~2m in | Chaplin Street

Turn left onto Chaplin Street

Navigation decision point

3
1.3 mi into trip | ~2m in | ME 104 / Main Street

Turn right onto ME 104 / Main Street

Navigation decision point

3
2.5 mi into trip | ~6m in | I 95

Merge onto I 95

Merge point - match speed before joining

5
55 mi into trip | ~1h 2m 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

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 95 52.5 mi 56m
Hammond Street 1.2 mi 3m
Main Street 1 mi 2m
Front Street 0.6 mi 1m
Clinton Avenue 0.2 mi <1m
Chaplin Street 0.2 mi <1m
Bridge Street <0.1 mi <1m
College Avenue <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 95 — 52.5 mi, about 56m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Winslow, ME and Bangor, ME.

1

Start on Garand Street

85 ft · 5 sec · Garand Street
2

Turn right onto Clinton Avenue

0.2 mi · 25 sec · Clinton Avenue
3

Continue on US 201; ME 100; ME 137 Business

418 ft · 9 sec · Bridge Street
4

Continue on US 201; ME 100; ME 137 Business

348 ft · 5 sec · Spring Street
5

Turn right onto US 201; ME 100

0.6 mi · 1 min · Front Street
6

Continue on US 201; ME 11; ME 100

360 ft · 10 sec · College Avenue
7

Turn left onto Chaplin Street

0.2 mi · 16 sec · Chaplin Street
8

Turn right onto ME 104

1.0 mi · 2 min · Main Street
9

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 34 sec
10

Merge onto I 95

52 mi · 56 min · I 95
11

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 29 sec
Toward US 2, ME 100: Hammond Street, Airport
12

Turn right onto US 2; ME 100

1.2 mi · 3 min · Hammond Street
13

Arrive at destination

US 2; ME 100

Trip Plan

For this short, direct trip, there are no major concerns about pacing. You can depart at your convenience, as the entire journey takes just over an hour. The longest stretch on I-95 is significant enough that you'll want to ensure you have enough fuel before embarking, as stops may be less frequent than on a more varied route. With only 56.3 miles to cover, you'll easily make good time, and the $9 fuel estimate suggests a low cost for this leg of your travels. Consider leaving mid-morning to avoid any potential rush hour traffic as you enter Bangor.

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 28.2 miles from Winslow, ME, or about 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 52.5 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 12 miles or 16m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 28.2 miles or 33m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 55m

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 Winslow, ME so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Winslow, ME

This is one driving day of about 56.3 miles and 1h 6m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 12 miles from Winslow, ME.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 95 for about 52.5 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 28.2 mi from Winslow, ME · 33m into the drive

Downtown Pittsfield, ME, ME

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Pittsfield, ME

28 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

Clinton, ME

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Pittsfield, ME

Meal break

The midpoint is around 28.2 miles from Winslow, 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

$9.06 one way

$18.13 round trip

$4.09/gal 25.4 MPG avg 20 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.50 $9.97 $19.94
premium $4.86 $10.78 $21.56
diesel $5.61 $12.43 $24.86

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: 19.7 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 16.9 0 $5.91 $2.70
Efficient EV 14.1 0 $4.93 $2.25
EV Truck/SUV 22.5 0 $7.88 $3.60

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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Winslow, ME

Evening in Winslow on Wednesday

Local time

8:23 PM

EDT

Current temp

34°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Bangor, ME

Evening in Bangor on Wednesday

Local time

8:23 PM

EDT

Current temp

47°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

49°F

Pittsfield, ME

28 mi in

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 6m 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 Winslow, ME to Bangor, ME covers 56.3 miles and takes about 1h 6m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, Hammond Street, Main Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 28.2 miles from Winslow, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.06 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 Winslow, ME to Bangor, ME is easy. At 1h 6m with 93% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Clinton Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (Chaplin Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (ME 104 / Main Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Winslow, ME to Bangor, ME does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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