Transportation
Driver's Licenses and Maine State ID's
Nearly all immigrants in Maine are eligible for a Maine State ID and/or a Driver's license, and it is advantageous for them to get a Maine State ID as soon as possible.
Consult this state of Maine webpage for details on all the various immigration documents that are accepted by the Bureau of Motor Vehicles as proof of "legal presence" and allow one to get a driver's license or state ID. Although it states that two forms are required to apply for a real ID, one of them can be an affidavit signed by an agency working with them (link), so let MMCC know and we can provide such a letter if they don't have 2 other forms of ID. After they apply, they should get their real ID in about two or three weeks.
Bangor Area Bus System – Community Connector
Website: https://www.bangormaine.gov/communityconnector
There's also an App you can install on your phone that shows buses moving in real time.
Refugees receive money for bus passes each month from Fedcap. The money is deposited onto their EBT card. They will need to use their EBT card to buy a monthly bus pass each month.
Bus Routes and Maps
Click here to view the bus routes and maps:
https://www.bangormaine.gov/communityconnector
Bus Fares
Single Ride $ 1.50
Half Fare $ 0.75
Children’s Fare $ 0.75
Five Ride Ticket $ 6.00
Monthly Pass $45.00
Student Monthly Pass $20.00
Transfer Free
PLEASE NOTE: Passengers must have the exact fare ready when
boarding the bus, the driver cannot make change.
Where to purchase tickets
Bangor Area Transit Center
Location: 25 Water Street, Bangor
Other Info: Purchase tickets at vending machine. Machines accept cash, credit and debit cards
Bangor City Hall, City Clerk’s Office
Location: 73 Harlow Street, Bangor
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm
Other Info: Accepts cash, checks, credit & debit cards
Bangor Public Library
Location: 145 Harlow Street, Bangor
Hours: Monday - Thursday, 10:00am - 8:00pm | Friday - Saturday, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Other Info: Accepts cash or check
Fairmount Market
Location: 662 Hammond Street, Bangor
Hours: Monday - Sunday, 7:00am - 10 PM
Other Info: Accepts cash or check
Joe’s Market
Location: 102 Garland Street, Bangor
Hours: Monday - Friday, 6:30 AM - 10 PM | Sunday 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Hannaford’s
Location: 653 Broadway, Bangor
Location: 1133 Union St., Bangor
Location: 383 Wilson St., Brewer
Location: 500 Stillwater Ave, Old Town
Location: 77 Western Ave
Paradis Shop N’ Save
Location: 395 No. Main St., Brewer
Hours: Monday - Saturday, 7:00am - 9:00pm | Sunday 7:30am - 8:00pm
Other Info: Accepts cash or check
Orono Town Office
Location: 59 Main Street, Orono
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm
Other Info: Accepts cash, check, or credit card
Bell’s IGA - Orono
Location: 6 Stillwater Avenue, Orono
Hours: Monday - Saturday, 7:00am - 9:00pm | Sunday 8:00am - 8:00pm
Old Town City Hall
Location: 265 Main Street, Old Town
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm
Other Info: Accepts cash, check, or credit card
Veazie Town Office
Location: 1084 Main Street, Veazie
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm
Other Info: Accepts cash, check, or credit card
Community Connector Office
Location: 475 Maine Avenue, Bangor
Hours: Monday - Friday, 5:00am - 7:00pm
Other Info: Accepts cash and check
Leadbetter’s
Locations: Hammond Street, Bangor, Ohio Street, Bangor, and Wilson Street, Brewer
Community Connector Rider's Guide
Passengers will board through the front of the bus, and exit using the rear door.
10 Basic Guidelines for Passengers
- Strollers on buses: child must be removed from stroller with his/her parent/guardian, and stroller must be folded.
- Do not cross in front of the bus.
- Shirt and shoes required at all times.
- Stay seated until bus comes to a complete stop.
- Fare must be ready when boarding.
- Batteries are not allowed.
- Pets on bus must be carried in a pet taxi.
- Wheelchairs must be secured, and passenger must have a lap belt on.
- No food or drinks.
- No profanity or intoxication allowed.
How to Board the Bus at Designated Bus Stops
Stop locations in Downtown Bangor are designated by Community Connector bus stop signs.
Boarding the Bus
Please follow the guidelines when boarding, and please have your pass, ticket, or transfer ready to give to the driver. When paying in cash, please have EXACT change ready to deposit in the canister. Remember, the driver does not carry change! For your safety, limit your boarding items to what you can carry on at one time.
Exiting the Bus
One block before your stop, pull the cord over the window. The driver will then stop the bus as close to the next block as can be safely done.
Wheelchair Lifts / ADA
All Community Connector buses are wheelchair accessible. For information about additional ADA transit services, call the Community Connector at 992-4670.
Bike 'N Bus
All Community Connector buses are equipped with bike racks that are available on a first-come first-serve basis. For instructions on how to use the bike racks, ask your friendly bus driver for a demonstration.
Service Cancellation Notices
How do you find out if bus service is cancelled? In the event that cancellation of bus service is necessary, we will post a notification to the following:
Local Media Outlets:
Lost and Found
If you leave an item on the bus -- including bikes! -- call 207-992-4670 as soon as possible to report it. Found items can be picked up at 475 Maine Avenue, Bangor, ME.
Community Connector is not responsible for items left on the bus or for found items stored more than 14 days.
Long Distance Bus Transportation
Concord Coachlines
Website: https://concordcoachlines.com/stop/bangor-me/
Location: Bangor Transportation Center
1039 Union Street, Bangor, ME 04401
Hours: Daily: 6:30 AM – 5:45 PM
Telephone Number: 1-800-639-3317
Parking: day and overnight parking at own risk, strict two-week limit.
Other Info: Please allow 30 minutes prior to scheduled departure to purchase your tickets. Or purchase tickets on-line. Reservations are not necessary or accepted. Cash, Visa & MasterCard.
The city bus stops at Hannaford’s (which is within walking distance of the Bangor Transportation Center) 5 of and 25 minutes past the hour.
Greyhound Bus
Website: https://www.greyhound.com/
Location: Bangor Park & Ride
360 Odlin Rd, Bangor, ME 04401
View this address on Google Maps
Telephone Number: (800) 231-2222