Bangor, ME to New Sharon, ME is 70.4 miles and takes about 1h 30m via I 95 and US 2, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This straightforward drive stays within the Northeast region, specifically Maine, making it a simple hop between two points. It's a highway-focused journey that's perfect for a quick trip when you need to get from point A to point B without much fuss. Expect a predictable drive that gets you where you need to go efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
35.2 miles from Bangor, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 45m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 95
26.2 mi
28m
US 2
18 mi
20m
Main Street
11.8 mi
16m
Canaan Road
11.1 mi
14m
Hammond Street
1.2 mi
3m
Water Street
0.6 mi
1m
Madison Avenue
0.4 mi
<1m
High Street
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 26.2 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bangor, ME and New Sharon, ME.
1
Start on US 2; ME 100
1.2 mi·3 min·Hammond Street
2
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·39 sec
3
Merge onto I 95; ME 15
26 mi·28 min·I 95; ME 15
4
Take the exit
0.3 mi·43 sec
Exit 157Toward ME 11, ME 100: Newport, Skowhegan
5
Turn right onto ME 11; ME 100
215 ft·12 sec·Ox Bow Road
6
Turn left
0.2 mi·1 min
7
At end of road, turn left onto US 2
7.7 mi·11 min·Main Street
8
Continue on US 2
4.7 mi·5 min·Canaan Road
9
Continue on US 2
4.1 mi·4 min·Main Street
10
Continue on US 2
6.4 mi·9 min·Canaan Road
11
Continue on US 2
0.6 mi·1 min·Water Street
12
Turn slight right onto High Street
0.3 mi·51 sec·High Street
13
Turn left onto US 201
0.4 mi·51 sec·Madison Avenue
14
Take the exit onto US 2
5.0 mi·5 min·US 2
15
Turn right onto US 2; US 201A
13 mi·14 min·US 2; US 201A
16
Arrive at destination
US 2; ME 27
Trip Plan
Given the short 1h 30m duration, this trip offers great flexibility; leaving anytime is feasible. With a fuel cost estimated at $11, you won't need to worry excessively about refueling, but it's always wise to start with a full tank. There are no recommended stops in the data, so you can decide on the fly if you need a break. Keep an eye out for the transition from I 95 to US 2, as this is where you'll shift from interstate speeds to a different highway environment.
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 35.2 miles from Bangor, ME, or about 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 26.2 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 15 miles or 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 35.2 miles or 45m 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 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New Sharon, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bangor, ME so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bangor, ME
This is one driving day of about 70.4 miles and 1h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Bangor, ME.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 95 for about 26.2 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 8
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.5 and 52 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
1.5 mi into trip|~4m in|I 95; ME 15
Merge onto I 95; ME 15
Merge point - match speed before joining
6
27.7 mi into trip|~33m in
Take the exit toward ME 11, ME 100: Newport, Skowhegan
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 157
Toward ME 11, ME 100: Newport, Skowhegan
4
28 mi into trip|~33m in|ME 11; ME 100 / Ox Bow Road
Turn right onto ME 11; ME 100 / Ox Bow Road
Navigation decision point
4
28 mi into trip|~34m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
4
52 mi into trip|~1h 9m in|US 201 / Madison Avenue
Turn left onto US 201 / Madison Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.33 one way
$22.67 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg25 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$12.47
$24.94
premium
$4.86
$13.48
$26.96
diesel
$5.61
$15.54
$31.09
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
21.1
0
$7.39
$3.38
Efficient EV
17.6
0
$6.16
$2.82
EV Truck/SUV
28.2
0
$9.86
$4.51
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 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 16, 2026
Origin
Bangor, ME
Night
in Bangor on Saturday
Local time
10:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
New Sharon, ME
Night
in New Sharon on Saturday
Local time
10:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
34°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
18 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 30m 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?
This route is predominantly highway-focused, with 63% of the drive utilizing major highways like I 95. You'll experience a longest uninterrupted stretch of 26.2 miles on I 95, offering a chance for steady cruising. As you transition from I 95 to US 2, the character may shift slightly, but the overall feel remains geared towards efficient travel. Expect a consistent driving experience that prioritizes getting you to your destination.
63% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 26.2 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and US 2. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.5 miles in near I 95; ME 15.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 30m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.5 miles (I 95; ME 15): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 27.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 28 miles (ME 11; ME 100 / Ox Bow Road): Navigation decision point.
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 Bangor, ME to New Sharon, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Skowhegan along the way.
Skowhegan
27.7 mi in|~33m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 30m. Total distance: 70.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 26.2 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
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: at 1.5 miles (I 95; ME 15): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 27.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 28 miles (ME 11; ME 100 / Ox Bow Road): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at New Sharon, ME before heading back.
