getting to brooklin

Brooklin is in an area called 'Downeast Maine,' near Acadia National Park.

• Driving from New York City: 8 hours

• Driving from Boston: 4.5 hours

• Driving from Portland: 2.5 hours

• Driving from Bangor: 1 hour

Bangor is the closest airport, but Boston or Portland may be a more affordable option.

You can rent a car out of any airport. From Bangor, there are several bus service options to Ellsworth. Here is the timetable for the public bus and here is a rundown of other bus companies.

hotel accomodations

We have rooms blocked off at the Comfort Inn Ellsworth. To book before June 1st, call them at (207-667-1345). We also have rooms blocked off at the Eggemoggin Reach Inn in Brooklin. To book before June 1st, call them at (207-323-5343).

Other options in the Ellsworth area:

• Ramada by Wyndham Ellsworth

• Hampton Inn Ellsworth/Bar Harbor

• Stone Park

Other options in the Brooklin area:

• The Brooklin Inn (rooms open on 2/1)

• The Barncastle Hotel and Restaurant

• The Farmhouse Inn

Wedding party and immediate family will be staying at the Lookout Inn.

There are also a variety of airbnbs available. Note, some require a 3-4 night minimum stay.