How long does it take to drive from Portland to Bar Harbor?

The drive from Portland to Bar Harbor takes about 2 hr 4 min in normal traffic at typical highway speeds.

Where is the halfway point between Portland and Bar Harbor?

The geographic midpoint sits roughly between the two cities. Use MidMeetup's halfway point calculator to see the exact coordinates and venue suggestions.

What are the best restaurants or coffee shops halfway between Portland and Bar Harbor?

MidMeetup ranks restaurants, coffee shops, and bars within walking distance of the exact midpoint between Portland and Bar Harbor, filtered by rating and current opening hours.

Distance Guide

How far is Portland from Bar Harbor?

Q: How far is Portland from Bar Harbor?

Portland, ME is approximately 114 miles from Bar Harbor, ME as the crow flies, and around the same by interstate driving.

The distance between Portland, ME and Bar Harbor, ME is about 114 miles — roughly a 2 hr 4 min drive at typical highway speeds.

Distance

114 mi

Drive time

2 hr 4 min

Midpoint

44.023°, -69.230°

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Midpoint

44.0234°, -69.2304°

Portland and Bar Harbor are about 114 miles apart — each person drives roughly 57 miles.

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Sample of top spots near this midpoint

Coffee

Roastery & Co.

★ 4.8 · Open · Quick stop

Brunch

Sunday Skillet

★ 4.7 · Open · Patio seating

Bar

The Halfway House

★ 4.6 · Open · Walkable

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Driving from Portland to Bar Harbor

Most drivers cover the 114-mile route in about 2 hr 4 min, depending on traffic, weather, and stops. The fair midpoint — a natural place to break the trip or meet someone driving from the other direction.

Meet in the middle instead of driving the whole way

If you and a friend are both making this trip just to see each other, meeting halfway saves everyone roughly half the drive — about 57 miles each instead of 114. MidMeetup picks the exact fair midpoint and recommends restaurants, coffee shops, and bars nearby.

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