Bangor to Bar Harbor: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Bangor from Bar Harbor?

The distance from Bangor to Bar Harbor is 39.9 miles (64.2 km) as the crow flies. Bar Harbor is located SE of Bangor. By car, the driving distance is approximately 51.9 miles, taking about 1h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 35min. Both are located in United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bangor and Bar Harbor. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.