This 114.6-mile drive from North Bath, ME to Bangor, ME will take approximately 1 hour and 53 minutes. Primarily using High Street, US 1 South, and Leeman Highway, this route is entirely on local roads with no highway driving. It's a straightforward, turn-heavy local journey perfect for a single day trip. With an estimated fuel cost of around $18, it's an economical option for exploring the Northeast region of Maine. You won't need to split this drive or worry about overnight stays, making it a flexible choice for your itinerary.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
57.2 miles from North Bath, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 11m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Maine Turnpike
80.1 mi
1h 27m
I 295
21.1 mi
23m
Leeman Highway
6.9 mi
9m
ME 24
2.3 mi
4m
High Street
1.7 mi
5m
Hammond Street
1.2 mi
3m
Lewiston Road
0.4 mi
1m
Harward Street
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Maine Turnpike
— 80.1 mi, about 1h 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Bath, ME and Bangor, ME.
1
Start on Harward Street
0.2 mi·41 sec·Harward Street
2
At end of road, turn left onto High Street
1.7 mi·5 min·High Street
3
Take the ramp
441 ft·12 sec
Toward US 1 South
4
Merge onto US 1
6.9 mi·9 min·Leeman Highway
5
Take the exit onto ME 24
2.3 mi·4 min·ME 24
Toward ME 196 West, ME 24 North, I 295 North: Topsham, LewistonUse the straight lane.
6
Continue on ME 196
0.4 mi·1 min·Lewiston Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi·49 sec
Toward I 295 North: AugustaUse the straight / right lanes.
8
Merge onto I 295
21 mi·23 min·I 295
9
Merge onto I 95
80 mi·1 hr 27 min·Maine Turnpike
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi·29 sec
Toward US 2, ME 100: Hammond Street, Airport
11
Turn right onto US 2; ME 100
1.2 mi·3 min·Hammond Street
12
Arrive at destination
US 2; ME 100
Trip Plan
Given the 1 hour and 53-minute duration for 114.6 miles, this route is easily manageable in a single day. To make the most of the local roads, consider departing earlier in the morning to avoid potential local traffic. Since there are no designated stops and the fuel cost is a modest $18, you have flexibility in planning your journey. Keep an eye on your GPS for frequent turns, as this 'turn-heavy local drive' profile is the most significant characteristic to be aware of. Pack snacks and drinks, as you'll be relying on local services along the way.
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 57.2 miles from North Bath, ME, or about 1h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 80.1 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 25 miles or 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 57.2 miles or 1h 11m 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 51m
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 North Bath, 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 North Bath, ME
This is one driving day of about 114.5 miles and 2h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from North Bath, ME.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Maine Turnpike for about 80.1 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 9
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 113.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.2 mi into trip|~0m in|High Street
At end of road, turn left onto High Street
Navigation decision point
4
1.8 mi into trip|~6m in
Take the ramp toward US 1 South
Navigation decision point
Toward US 1 South
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8.8 mi into trip|~15m in|ME 24
Take the exit onto ME 24 toward ME 196 West, ME 24 North, I 295 North: Topsham, Lewiston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward ME 196 West, ME 24 North, I 295 North: T...
6
11.5 mi into trip|~21m in
Take the exit toward I 295 North: Augusta
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 295 North: Augusta
5
113.1 mi into trip|~2h 12m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.43 one way
$36.87 round trip
$4.09/gal25.4 MPG avg40 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.50
$20.28
$40.56
premium
$4.86
$21.93
$43.85
diesel
$5.61
$25.28
$50.56
Estimated Tolls: $4.81
Maine Turnpike
(80.1 mi)$4.81
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Tolls
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
34.4
0
$12.02
$5.50
Efficient EV
28.6
0
$10.02
$4.58
EV Truck/SUV
45.8
0
$16.03
$7.33
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
13 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 15, 2026
Origin
North Bath, ME
Night
in North Bath on Saturday
Local time
10:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Bangor, ME
Night
in Bangor on Saturday
Local time
10:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
50°F
Augusta, ME
57 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
14 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 16m 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.
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for the entirety of this 114.6-mile journey. With a 0% highway share, you'll be navigating local streets and roads for the full 1 hour and 53 minutes. The longest uninterrupted stretch is not specified, but the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile suggests frequent changes in direction and speed. This isn't a route for cruising on an open highway; instead, be prepared for a more engaged driving experience as you pass through various local communities.
90% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 80.1 mi on Maine Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Maine Turnpike and I 295. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near High Street.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 114.5 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (High Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 8.8 miles (ME 24): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 North Bath, ME to Bangor, ME, road signs begin pointing toward Lewiston along the way.
Lewiston
8.8 mi in|~15m|via ME 24
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 16m. Total distance: 114.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 80.1 miles on Maine Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $4.81 in tolls one way, starting with Maine Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
Yes — we found about 7 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, 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: at 0.2 miles (High Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 8.8 miles (ME 24): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Bangor, ME before heading back.
