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Trip Overview
Connecting the rugged coast of Machias to the inland hub of Bangor, this 85.5-mile journey is a straightforward trek across Maine. You can expect to spend about 2 hours and 8 minutes behind the wheel, making it an ideal day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. Budget roughly $14 for fuel to cover the distance comfortably. Because this route relies on local roads rather than major interstates, you get a direct look at the interior landscape of the Northeast. It is a practical, efficient way to transition from the eastern shoreline to the heart of the state.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
42.7 miles from Machias, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 6m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Airline Road
52.4 mi
1h 13m
Northfield Road
12.8 mi
22m
Main Road
11.7 mi
17m
Junior Williams Road
6.4 mi
11m
Broadway
0.8 mi
1m
State Highway 9
0.6 mi
<1m
Union Street
0.6 mi
1m
Wilson Street
0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Airline Road
— 52.4 mi, about 1h 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Machias, ME and Bangor, ME.
1
Start on US 1A
53 ft·3 sec·Court Street
2
Turn right onto Broadway
0.8 mi·1 min·Broadway
3
Continue on ME 192
13 mi·22 min·Northfield Road
4
Continue on ME 192
6.4 mi·11 min·Junior Williams Road
5
At end of road, turn left onto ME 9
24 mi·32 min·Airline Road
6
Continue on ME 9
0.6 mi·42 sec·State Highway 9
7
Continue on ME 9
29 mi·40 min·Airline Road
8
Continue on ME 9
4.5 mi·6 min·Main Road
9
Turn right onto ME 9 Business
7.1 mi·11 min·Main Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
10
Turn right onto US 1A; ME 9 Business
0.1 mi·12 sec·Wilson Street
11
Continue on US 1A; ME 9 Business
0.6 mi·1 min·Union Street
12
Turn slight left onto US 2; ME 100
73 ft·2 sec·Hammond Street
13
Arrive at destination
US 2; ME 100
Trip Plan
Since the total duration is just over two hours, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time based on your personal preference. While there are no formal stops listed, consider filling your tank before leaving Machias to ensure you remain well within your $14 fuel budget for the duration of the trip. Given the technical, turn-heavy nature of the roads, it is wise to avoid driving during inclement weather when visibility or road conditions might be compromised. Pace yourself to account for the winding sections, and enjoy the convenience of a route that gets you to Bangor without the congestion of major highway systems. Keeping a steady speed on the 52.4-mile stretch of Airline Road will help you maintain a consistent arrival time.
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 42.7 miles from Machias, ME, or about 1h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 52.4 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 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 42.7 miles or 1h 6m 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 48m
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 Machias, 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 Machias, ME
This is one driving day of about 85.5 miles and 2h 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Machias, ME.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Airline Road for about 52.4 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
4 of 4
4 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 84.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip|~0m in|Broadway
Turn right onto Broadway
Navigation decision point
4
20 mi into trip|~35m in|ME 9 / Airline Road
At end of road, turn left onto ME 9 / Airline Road
Navigation decision point
5
77.6 mi into trip|~1h 55m in|ME 9 Business / Main Road
Turn right onto ME 9 Business / Main Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
3
84.8 mi into trip|~2h 6m in|US 1A; ME 9 Business / Wilson Street
Turn right onto US 1A; ME 9 Business / Wilson Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.76 one way
$27.53 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg30 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$15.14
$30.29
premium
$4.86
$16.37
$32.75
diesel
$5.61
$18.88
$37.75
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
25.7
0
$8.98
$4.10
Efficient EV
21.4
0
$7.48
$3.42
EV Truck/SUV
34.2
0
$11.97
$5.47
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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Machias, ME
Morning
in Machias on Tuesday
Local time
11:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Bangor, ME
Morning
in Bangor on Tuesday
Local time
11:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
34°F
Sullivan, 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
22 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 8m 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 rather than a monotonous highway cruise. You will navigate a mix of Northfield Road, Main Road, and the primary artery, Airline Road, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 52.4 miles. Since 100% of this trip takes place on local roads, the pace is dictated by the curves and layout of the terrain. The road surface and navigation require a more active driving style than a standard interstate commute. Stay alert, as the technical nature of these secondary roads keeps the drive engaging from start to finish.
Only 1% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 52.4 mi on Airline Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
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 Broadway.
Driving Effort1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Machias, ME to Bangor, ME is easy. At 2h 8m with 1% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Broadway): Navigation decision point; at 20 miles (ME 9 / Airline Road): Navigation decision point; at 77.6 miles (ME 9 Business / Main Road): Lane positioning matters here.
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.
The longest stretch is about 52.4 miles on Airline Road. 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 (Broadway): Navigation decision point; at 20 miles (ME 9 / Airline Road): Navigation decision point; at 77.6 miles (ME 9 Business / Main Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Bangor, ME before heading back.
