Car Rental at Bangor Airport (BGR)

Bangor International Airport (BGR) is northern Maine's most important airport with 7 rental companies on-site and excellent access to Acadia National Park and Baxter State Park. The airport is located 5 km from Bangor city center and 80 km from Bar Harbor via US-1A and ME-3. Rent a car directly upon arrival and start your adventure immediately.

Bangor is Stephen King's hometown and the gateway to Downeast Maine and northern forest landscape. From here, you can reach Acadia National Park in 90 minutes via ME-3, and Baxter State Park (with Mount Katahdin) in 2.5 hours to the north via I-95 and ME-11. Book an SUV or car with good ground clearance if you plan excursions to Baxter State Park – gravel roads can be demanding.

Refuel at stations along Hogan Road near the airport. The summer season requires early booking – Acadia visitors fill up capacity quickly. How far is it from Bangor Airport to Acadia National Park?

Bar Harbor and Acadia are approximately 90 km southeast of BGR, roughly 1–1.5 hours via US-1A and ME-3. Which car rental companies are located at Bangor International Airport? BGR has 7 rental companies, typically Hertz, Enterprise, Avis, Budget, National, Alamo, and Thrifty.

Can I drive to Canada from Bangor? Yes, the Canadian border (New Brunswick) is approximately 150 km to the north via I-95. Check that your rental agreement allows border crossing to Canada.

We compare prices from all major providers at Bangor Airport so you can see the total cost upfront — including insurance, fuel terms and any extras. Most bookings include free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup, giving you flexibility if your plans change.