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Zillman Art Museum
Regional art museum with changing exhibitions, Maine artists, and a manageable size that makes it easy to visit in downtown Bangor.
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Waterville, ME to Bangor, ME among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $19 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 1h 24m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $19, while a bus costs an average of $19.
Distance: 45 miles (73 km)
Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$19 Average price Cheapest | $12 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 24m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $19 compared to roughly $12 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-6.52. The journey takes 54m versus 54m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:05AM | Arrival Time 03:59AM | Duration 0h54 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:05AM | Arrival Time 04:59AM | Duration 0h54 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
The table below shows live departures for Waterville, ME to Bangor, ME buses for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:05 AM Waterville, ME | 0h54 | 4:59 AM Bangor, ME | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Waterville, ME to Bangor, ME run on average 1 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $18 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 10:40, the last at 23:05. The fastest bus covers the 45 miles (73 km) distance in 54m.
Distance 45 miles (73 km) |
Average bus duration 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 54m |
First bus 10:40 AM |
Last bus 11:05 PM |
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Most Waterville, ME to Bangor, ME buses use the Waterville, Kennedy Memorial Dr (J & S Oil Co Inc) to Bangor, 360 Odlin Road (Park & Ride) station pair. Use this guide to compare Waterville, ME and Bangor, ME bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Waterville, Kennedy Memorial Dr (J & S Oil Co Inc) is 3 km from Waterville city centre. Public transport options include:
Waterville, Kennedy Memorial Dr (J & S Oil Co Inc) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Waterville, Kennedy Memorial Dr (J & S Oil Co Inc). ATMs are available at Waterville, Kennedy Memorial Dr (J & S Oil Co Inc).
Ticket office support is available at Waterville, Kennedy Memorial Dr (J & S Oil Co Inc).
Available at Waterville, Kennedy Memorial Dr (J & S Oil Co Inc): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Waterville, Kennedy Memorial Dr (J & S Oil Co Inc): Basic accessibility features available.
Bangor, 360 Odlin Road (Park & Ride) is 3 km from Bangor city centre. Public transport options include:
Bangor, 360 Odlin Road (Park & Ride) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Bangor, 360 Odlin Road (Park & Ride). ATMs are available at Bangor, 360 Odlin Road (Park & Ride).
Ticket office support is available at Bangor, 360 Odlin Road (Park & Ride).
Available at Bangor, 360 Odlin Road (Park & Ride): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bangor, 360 Odlin Road (Park & Ride): Accessible parking spaces available.
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