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Trip from Bangor, ME to Readfield, ME
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jun 3, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 41m
Distance
85.2 mi
137 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 34m
★
6 AM
1h 41m
8 AM
1h 56m
10 AM
1h 47m
12 PM
1h 45m
3 PM
1h 47m
5 PM
1h 56m
8 PM
1h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bangor, ME
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Readfield, ME
Yassir Abbas
Trip Overview
Bangor to Readfield is 85.2 miles and takes about 1 hour 41 minutes via I-95 and local roads, with a fuel budget near $14 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Maine, connecting two points in the Northeast region. The drive is primarily on highways, making it a straightforward and efficient way to travel between these two locations. It's a relatively short distance, ideal for a single-day trip without feeling rushed.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
42.6 miles from Bangor, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 49m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 73.4 mi | 1h 20m |
| Main Street | 5.5 mi | 9m |
| Western Avenue | 2.5 mi | 2m |
| Readfield Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| Hammond Street | 1.2 mi | 3m |
| Winthrop Road | <0.1 mi | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 73.4 mi, about 1h 20m
Traffic on I-95
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 20 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~1,611 veh/hr typical · worst 2,052
Quietest
1 AM
~58 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
27.8×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bangor, ME and Readfield, 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
73 mi
·
1 hr 20 min
·
I 95; ME 15
4
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 109B
Toward US 202 West, ME 11 West, ME 17 West, ME 100 West: Winthrop
5
Turn right onto US 202; ME 11; ME 17; ME 100
2.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Western Avenue
6
Take the exit
283 ft
·
7 sec
Toward Readfield Road
7
Turn straight onto ME 17
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Readfield Road
8
Continue on ME 17
5.5 mi
·
9 min
·
Main Street
9
Turn left onto ME 41
42 ft
·
0 sec
·
Winthrop Road
10
Arrive at destination
ME 41
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of about 1 hour and 41 minutes, this trip is easily manageable in a single day. You could leave Bangor anytime in the morning or afternoon and still arrive with plenty of daylight. There are no recommended stops listed, so you can decide on the fly if you need to stretch your legs or refuel, though the total distance makes this unlikely. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you approach Readfield, as the longest stretch on I-95 is quite substantial, and you'll want to ensure you have enough for the final local roads.
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 42.6 miles from Bangor, ME, or about 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 73.4 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 19 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 42.6 miles or 49m 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 Readfield, 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 85.2 miles and 1h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 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 73.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
43 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 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 42.6 miles from Bangor, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 95 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 73.4 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Rest Area
0.2 mi from route
Rest Area
0.2 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.3 mi from route
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 55 decision points cluster between mile 1.5 and 85.2 — 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
74.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m in
Take the exit toward US 202 West, ME 11 West, ME 17 West, ME 100 West: Winthrop
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 109B
Toward US 202 West, ME 11 West, ME 17 West, ME...
3
75.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m in
|
US 202; ME 11; ME 17; ME 100 / Western Avenue
Turn right onto US 202; ME 11; ME 17; ME 100 / Western Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
77.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 27m in
Take the exit toward Readfield Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward Readfield Road
3
85.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 41m in
|
ME 41 / Winthrop Road
Turn left onto ME 41 / Winthrop Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.06 one way
$30.12 round trip
$4.49/gal
25.4 MPG avg
30 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.92 | $16.50 | $32.99 |
| premium | $5.29 | $17.74 | $35.48 |
| diesel | $5.35 | $17.95 | $35.89 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25.6 | 0 | $8.95 | $4.09 |
| Efficient EV | 21.3 | 0 | $7.46 | $3.41 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 34.1 | 0 | $11.93 | $5.45 |
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 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.
Origin
Bangor, ME
Afternoon in Bangor on Wednesday
Local time
4:06 PM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Mostly Cloudy
SW 0 to 5 mph
8% chance
Live forecast
Destination
Readfield, ME
Afternoon in Readfield on Wednesday
Local time
4:06 PM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
E 0 to 5 mph
59% chance
Live forecast
75°F
Fairfield, ME
43 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
2 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 41m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Frances Perkins National Monument
National Monument
Known as the first woman to hold a presidential cabinet position and the “Woman behind the New Deal,” Frances Perkins championed many labor rights that Americans enjoy today, including safety standard...
26 mi from route
~65 min detour
Free
near mile 76.4
Park Closure: For Current Visitor Information
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is heavily highway-focused, with 86% of the route on such roads. You'll experience a long stretch of 73.4 miles on I-95, offering consistent cruising. After leaving the interstate, you'll transition to surface streets like Main Street and Western Avenue for the final portion of the trip, which will involve more local traffic and potentially more frequent exits as you approach your destination.
86% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 73.4 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Main Street. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1.5 miles in near I 95; ME 15.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Bangor, ME to Readfield, ME is easy. At 1h 41m with 86% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
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 74.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 75.1 miles (US 202; ME 11; ME 17; ME 100 / Western Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
367 ft
116 ft
Total Climb
511 ft
Total Descent
341 ft
Highest Point
367 ft
~18.3 mi in
Elevation Range
251 ft
About the Cities
Starting in Bangor, ME
Full guide →Bangor is a small city of 32,000 people (2019) in the Highlands region of Maine. Bangor is the third-largest city in the state and the retail, cultural and service center for central, eastern and northern Maine. It is a good base for exploring Aroostook County, Down East & Acadia, the Maine Highlands and Maine’s Mid-Coast.
Top landmarks
- • Mount Hope Cemetery — cemetery in Bangor, Maine
- • Bangor Public Library — library in Bangor, Maine
- • Great Fire of 1911 Historic District — historic district in Bangor, Maine
Arriving in Readfield, ME
Full guide →Top landmarks
- • Kents Hill School — private, boarding school in Kents Hill, Maine, United States
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 41m. Total distance: 85.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 73.4 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 6 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 74.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 75.1 miles (US 202; ME 11; ME 17; ME 100 / Western Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Yes — Frances Perkins National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Readfield, ME before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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