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Maps & Directions
Acadia National Park Maps
Acadia National Park is located along the rugged, rocky coast of "Downeast" Maine. Most of the park is located on Mount Desert Island, which is accessible by vehicle. The park is approximately six hours north of Boston.
Download an area map to see driving routes to the park.
By Car
From Boston take I-95 north to Augusta, Maine, then Route 3 east to Ellsworth and on to Mount Desert Island.
For an alternate route, continue on I-95 north to Bangor, Maine, then take Route 1A east to Ellsworth. In Ellsworth, take Route 3 to Mount Desert Island.
Distances from Other Cities
| Location | Miles | Hours |
| Bangor, ME | 50 | 1 |
| Portland, ME | 161 | 3.5 |
| Kittery, ME | 211 | 4.5 |
| Boston, MA | 264 | 6 |
| New York, NY | 492 | 10 |
| Saint John, New Brunswick | 227 | 5 |
| Montreal, Quebec | 424 | 8 |
| Halifax, Nova Scotia | 500 | 10 |
By Plane
Direct flights from Boston's Logan Airport land at the Hancock County Airport, located 10 miles from Acadia National Park. National airlines serve the Bangor International Airport, about one hour from the park. Car rentals are available at both airports.
By Boat
A ferry to Nova Scotia sails between Bar Harbor and Yarmouth, Nova Scotia. Schedules vary depending on the season. Phone (888) 249-SAIL or (207) 288-3395.
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Carriage Roads map
Winding through the heart of the park, the carriage roads have crushed rock surfaces perfect for bicycling. Cyclists share the carriage roads with horses and pedestrians. Bicycling is not permitted on hiking trails or on privately owned carriage roads. A carriage road map (pdf - 644kb) is available.
Get around
The free Island Explorer Buses, Phone: (207) 667-5796, can take you through the park, stopping at points of interest. There are bicycle racks on the front of each bus if you'd like to combine transport methods as you explore.
