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Distance from Wales to Bowdoin

Driving Distance
15.1 mi 24.3 km
Flying Distance
9.5 mi 15.3 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Wales, Maine to Bowdoin, Maine is 15.1 mi (24.3 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 9.5 mi (15.3 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 1 min

The estimated travel time by road is 19 minutes

Traveling secondary roads, moderate in a southeast direction. Average speeds around 40 mph.

Location Details

Origin:

Wales
Place Wales
State/Province Maine
Country US
Latitude 44.163138
Longitude -70.07704
GPS 44.163138° N, 70.07704° W
Local Time 8:24 PM
Timezone America/New_York

Destination:

Bowdoin
Place Bowdoin
State/Province Maine
Country US
Latitude 44.049583
Longitude -69.969624
GPS 44.049583° N, 69.969624° W
Local Time 8:24 PM
Timezone America/New_York

Journey Summary

Traveling from Wales, Maine to Bowdoin, Maine covers 15.1 mi (24.3 km) in a southeast direction. This secondary roads, moderate route typically takes 19 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (14.0-15.7 miles / 23-25 km). The primary route shown here saves 2 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 40 mph (64 km/h).

Available Routes

ME-197 E and Litchfield Rd
15.1 mi 19 minutes
Shortest Fastest
Litchfield Rd
15.7 mi 21 minutes
Bowdoinham Rd
14 mi 20 minutes

How is the distance calculated?

Driving distances are based on actual road data. We use advanced routing algorithms that consider traffic, tolls, highways, and local streets. For air distances (as the crow flies), we use the Vincenty formula. It's a precise method that accounts for the Earth's shape and provides accuracy up to 0.5 mm.

When multiple route options exist, we display both the shortest and fastest paths. Travel times are estimated based on typical speeds for each road type, though actual times may vary with traffic and weather conditions. All distances are shown in both miles and kilometers for convenience.