Visitors should be prepared in advance so that they can relax once they arrive in Maine’s Kennebec Valley. Below is information on getting here: times, distances, and transportation resources. Please refer to the following map and listings of airports, car rental resources, and bus lines when planning your trip.


Travel Distances

Distances measured from Maine state line at Kittery.

DestinationMilesTime
Gardiner971.5 hrs.
Augusta1051.75 hrs.
China1202 hrs.
Belgrade Lakes1131.75 hrs.
Waterville1252 hrs.
Skowhegan1422.25 hrs.
Bingham1642.75 hrs.
The Forks1883.25 hrs.
Jackman2133.75 hrs.
Rockwood-on-Moosehead2424.5 hrs.
Seboomook2716 hrs.

Commercial Airports

Augusta State Airport (KAUG): 207-626-2306 | Served by Cape Air Airlines to Boston

Bangor International Airport (BGR): 888-826-6893 | Served by 5 airlines to 6 major hubs

Portland International Jetport (PWM): 207-774-7301 | Served by 6 airlines to 6 major hubs

Car Rentals

You will find major worldwide car rental agencies at airports and major cities, but it is suggested to reserve a car in advance.

Alamo: 888-826-6893 (PWM & BGR) 

Avis: 800-633-3469 (PWM & BGR)

Budget: 800-218-7992 (PWM & BGR)

Enterprise: 800-261-7331 (Augusta, Waterville, PWM & BGR)

Hertz: 800-654-3131 (KAUG, PWM & BGR)

National: 877-222-9058 (PWM & BGR)

Bus Lines

Concord Coach Lines: 800-639-3317 | Stops in Augusta and Waterville

Greyhound Lines: 800-231-2222 | Stops in Augusta and Waterville


Plan Your Trip: Where to Stay | Weather and Seasons | Travel Tips and Information

Other Visitor Resources: Maine Road Conditions | Maine Transportation Links | Maine Turnpike Authority