Bar Harbor to Portland, Maine: Road Trip Guide & Distance

113.7 miles 183 km · straight line
142.2 miles estimated 228.8 km · driving distance
2h 52min estimated drive time
$14 - $17 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
244° WSW bearing direction

How far is Bar Harbor from Portland, Maine?

The distance from Bar Harbor to Portland, Maine is 113.7 miles (183 km) as the crow flies. Portland, Maine is located WSW of Bar Harbor. By car, the driving distance is approximately 142.2 miles, taking about 2h 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United States.

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. 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 Bar Harbor and Portland, Maine. 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 Bar Harbor to Portland, Maine

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 52min $14 - $17 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 26min $11–$21* Budget
Train ~2h 43min $17–$50* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bar Harbor & Portland, Maine

Quick Facts

Bar Harbor
44.39°N, 68.20°W
America/New_York
10m elevation
Portland, Maine
43.66°N, 70.26°W
America/New_York
19m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 38 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 219 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients