Where is Kennebunk, Maine, USA?

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Where is Kennebunk Located? - Kennebunk is a city located in the York County of Maine, United States. Kennebunk lies between 45.0941315 Degrees North latitudes and 93.3563405 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Kennebunk, Maine

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Where is Kennebunk?: The Google Map showing the location of Kennebunk in the U.S. state of Maine.

Where is Kennebunk Located?

Kennebunk is a city located in the York County of Maine, United States. Kennebunk lies between 45.0941315 Degrees North latitudes and 93.3563405 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Kennebunk city is 5776 people and the city has a total area of 6.75 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Kennebunk, Maine Quick Facts

Property Information
TownKennebunk
CountyYork County
StateMaine
State CapitalAugusta
US RegionNortheastern United States
Latitude43.3837° N
Longitude70.5448° W
Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Land Area35.24 sq mi
Water Area11.77 sq mi
Total Area47.01 sq mi
Population (latest Census year)11,536 (2020 Census)
Population DensityApproximately 327 per sq mi
ZIP Code04043
Area Code207
Time Zone StandardEastern Standard Time (EST, UTC−5)
Time Zone DaylightEastern Daylight Time (EDT, UTC−4)
CurrencyUS Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code23-36545
Congressional DistrictMaine's 1st Congressional District

Nearby Cities to Kennebunk, Maine

  • Kennebunkport, Maine - Southeast - 4 mi
  • Wells, Maine - Southwest - 7 mi
  • Arundel, Maine - North - 8 mi
  • Biddeford, Maine - Northeast - 12 mi
  • Saco, Maine - Northeast - 15 mi
  • Old Orchard Beach, Maine - Northeast - 18 mi
  • Sanford, Maine - Northwest - 19 mi
  • South Portland, Maine - Northeast - 28 mi
  • Portland, Maine - Northeast - 30 mi
  • Portsmouth, New Hampshire - Southwest - 33 mi

Driving Distances from Kennebunk, Maine

City State Distance (mi) Approx. Drive Time
KennebunkportMaine410 minutes
WellsMaine712 minutes
ArundelMaine815 minutes
BiddefordMaine1220 minutes
SacoMaine1522 minutes
Old Orchard BeachMaine1825 minutes
SanfordMaine1930 minutes
South PortlandMaine2835 minutes
PortlandMaine3040 minutes
PortsmouthNew Hampshire3345 minutes

Transportation and Connectivity in Kennebunk, Maine

Transportation Details
Airport NamePortland International Jetport
IATA CodePWM
PortPort of Kennebunkport (nearby marina and harbor facilities)
Major HighwaysInterstate 95 (Maine Turnpike), U.S. Route 1, State Route 9, State Route 35
Train/Amtrak ServiceAmtrak Downeaster at Wells Transportation Center
Local Bus/Transit ServiceYork County Community Action Corporation (YCCAC) Transit
  • Interstate 95 (Maine Turnpike) provides direct highway access to Portland, Portsmouth, Boston, and other major destinations in New England.
  • U.S. Route 1 passes through Kennebunk and serves as the town's primary commercial corridor.
  • The nearby Wells Transportation Center offers Amtrak Downeaster passenger rail service between Brunswick, Portland, Boston, and intermediate communities.
  • Portland International Jetport, about 25 miles northeast, provides commercial flights to destinations across the United States.
  • YCCAC Transit operates regional bus services connecting Kennebunk with neighboring York County communities.

What are top Places to Visit in Kennebunk, Maine

Landmark Name Type
Kennebunk BeachBeach
Mother's BeachBeach
Parsons BeachNature Beach
Rachel Carson National Wildlife RefugeWildlife Refuge
Brick Store MuseumHistory Museum
Wedding Cake HouseHistoric Landmark
Seashore Trolley MuseumTransportation Museum
Kennebunkport HarborHarbor
Vaughn's Island PreserveNature Preserve
Laudholm FarmNature Center

Colleges and Universities in Kennebunk, Maine

Institution Name Type Level Notable For
University of New EnglandPrivateUniversityHealth sciences, medicine, marine sciences, and liberal arts
York County Community CollegePublicCommunity CollegeAssociate degrees, workforce training, business, and technical education
Southern Maine Community CollegePublicCommunity CollegeNursing, business, liberal arts, and career-focused programs
University of Southern MainePublicUniversityBusiness, education, engineering, nursing, and graduate studies
University of New HampshirePublicResearch UniversityEngineering, marine sciences, business, agriculture, and research

Waterbodies in Kennebunk, Maine

Kennebunk River, Mousam River, Atlantic Ocean, Gooch's Creek, Batson River, Little River, Parsons Beach, Kennebunk Beach.

Golf Courses in Kennebunk, Maine

Webhannet Golf Club, Dutch Elm Golf Club, Cape Arundel Golf Club, Old Marsh Country Club, Merriland Farm Golf Course, Sanford Country Club.

Kennebunk, Maine — Key Historical Facts

  • Kennebunk was first settled in the early seventeenth century and developed around shipbuilding, fishing, and maritime trade along the Kennebunk River.
  • The town was incorporated in 1820, the same year Maine became the twenty-third state of the United States.
  • During the nineteenth century, Kennebunk prospered through shipbuilding, textile manufacturing, and coastal commerce before evolving into a popular summer destination.
  • Many historic homes, churches, and commercial buildings in downtown Kennebunk reflect its rich colonial and maritime heritage.
  • Today, Kennebunk is recognized for its historic downtown, scenic beaches, cultural attractions, and thriving tourism industry along Maine's southern coast.

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