Bangor to Cape Cod: Road Trip Guide & Distance

229.5 miles 369.3 km · straight line
286.8 miles estimated 461.6 km · driving distance
5h 46min estimated drive time
$28 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
200° SSW bearing direction

How far is Bangor from Cape Cod?

The distance from Bangor to Cape Cod is 229.5 miles (369.3 km) as the crow flies. Cape Cod is located SSW of Bangor. By car, the driving distance is approximately 286.8 miles, taking about 5h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in United States — Bangor in Maine and Cape Cod in Massachusetts.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bangor and Cape Cod. 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.

How to Get from Bangor to Cape Cod

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 46min $28 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 55min $23–$43* Budget
Train ~5h 29min $34–$100* Comfort

Quick Facts

Bangor
44.80°N, 68.77°W
America/New_York
36m elevation
Cape Cod
41.67°N, 70.30°W
America/New_York
10m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 77 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 108.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients