Gas Prices in Bangor, ME Today

Updated April 5, 2026 — Prices updated regularly from EIA data

$3.36

Average Regular Unleaded — Bangor, Maine

Current Gas Prices in Bangor

Gas prices in Bangor, Maine average $$3.36 per gallon today for regular unleaded — $0.15 above the Maine average the Maine statewide average of $$3.21. Competition among Bangor's fuel stations creates real savings opportunities.

Fuel TypePrice / GallonGradeTrend
Regular Unleaded$3.3687 octane▲ Rising
Mid-Grade$3.8889 octane▲ Rising
Premium$4.2091-93 octane▲ Rising
Diesel$4.55N/A▲ Rising

Price Comparison

Bangor Average
$3.36
Regular Unleaded
Maine State Average
$3.21
$0.15 above the Maine average
National Average
$3.99
$0.63 below the national average

About Gas Prices in Bangor

Gas prices in Bangor follow Northeast regional patterns with some local variation. Stations closest to residential neighborhoods tend to match rather than undercut market rates. Your best savings strategy: identify 2-3 consistently affordable stations along your regular commute and check them weekly.

Gas Prices by Brand in This City

Estimated prices based on brand modifiers. Sorted cheapest to most expensive.

Fuel Type Prices in This City

Regular Unleaded
87 octane
Premium Gasoline
91-93 octane
Diesel Fuel
N/A

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Frequently Asked Questions

Gas price spikes in Bangor are typically triggered by regional supply disruptions, pipeline outages, refinery maintenance, seasonal blend transitions, and global crude oil price increases. Holiday demand surges around Memorial Day, July 4th, and Labor Day also push prices up temporarily.
Premium gas in Bangor is worth the extra cost only if your vehicle requires it. If your owner's manual says Required, always use premium. If it says Recommended, you may use regular with minimal performance loss. Never use regular in a vehicle that requires premium.
Costco offers the cheapest gas wherever it operates in the Bangor area. Among street stations, Circle K, Speedway, and Wawa (in applicable markets) consistently offer below-average prices. Shell, Chevron, and BP typically price above the local average.
At today's Bangor average of $$3.36 per gallon, a standard 13-gallon sedan tank costs ${fillCost} to fill. A larger 20-gallon SUV or truck tank runs ${truckFill}. Choosing the cheapest local station can save $3-5 on each fill-up.
Monday and Tuesday are statistically the cheapest days to buy gas in most US cities including Bangor. Prices rise Thursday through Sunday as weekend driving demand increases. Filling up Tuesday afternoon before price adjustments is a reliable strategy.

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