How far is Knowles Corner, ME from Caribou, ME?
The driving distance from Knowles Corner, ME to Caribou, ME is about 60.6 miles (97.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 47.7 miles (76.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 37m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 18m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Knowles Corner and Caribou.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Knowles Corner and Caribou.
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Start on Aroostook Scenic Highway
19.2 mi · 28 min · Aroostook Scenic Highway
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Continue on Masardis Road
11.7 mi · 17 min · Masardis Road
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Continue on Main Street
747 ft · 17 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto Presque Isle Road
7.3 mi · 11 min · Presque Isle Road
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Continue on Haystack Road
5.1 mi · 8 min · Haystack Road
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Continue on Main Street
2.1 mi · 4 min · Main Street
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Continue on Mapleton Road
4.8 mi · 7 min · Mapleton Road
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Continue on Industrial Street
2560 ft · 1 min · Industrial Street
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Continue on Mechanic Street
1090 ft · 25 sec · Mechanic Street
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Turn left onto Parsons Street
1.2 km · 1 min · Parsons Street
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Continue on State Road
1014 ft · 17 sec · State Road
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Continue on Connector Road
1.1 km · 1 min · Connector Road
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Turn left onto Main Street
1778 ft · 54 sec · Main Street
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Continue on Caribou Road
5.1 mi · 7 min · Caribou Road
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Continue on Presque Isle Road
5.7 mi · 8 min · Presque Isle Road
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Turn left onto Lyndon Street
1364 ft · 38 sec · Lyndon Street
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Turn slight right onto Main Street
905 ft · 23 sec · Main Street
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Turn left
13 m · 3 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Knowles Corner and Caribou.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Aroostook Scenic Highway
Start on Aroostook Scenic Highway
19.2 mi · 00h 28m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Chance Light Rain leaving Knowles Corner and Chance Light Rain near Caribou.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Knowles Corner to Caribou?
The road trip is about 60.6 miles (97.6 km) and usually takes 01h 18m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Ashland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 32.1 miles from Knowles Corner and 28.5 miles from Caribou.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 47.7 miles (76.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.9 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:52 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.44 one way or $16.88 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain around Knowles Corner and Chance Light Rain near Caribou.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Knowles Corner and Caribou. Straight-line distance: 47.73 mi (76.82 km).
#1 Knowles Corner
Knowles Corner is a place in Maine, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 46.2061600, -68.3336400 |
| Altitude | 344 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Caribou
City in Maine
| Population | 7,622 |
| Coordinates | 46.8606000, -68.0119700 |
| Altitude | 137 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-68.01195, 46.860647)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 98 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 01m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 45m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.95 | $8.44 | $16.88 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $9.54 | $19.08 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $10.40 | $20.79 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $12.83 | $25.67 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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