How far is Knowles Corner, ME from Houlton, ME?
The driving distance from Knowles Corner, ME to Houlton, ME is about 27.5 miles (44.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 35m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 24.2 miles (39 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 11m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Knowles Corner and Houlton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Knowles Corner and Houlton.
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Start on Aroostook Scenic Highway
9 m · 2 sec · Aroostook Scenic Highway
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Turn right onto State Highway 212
10.3 mi · 18 min · State Highway 212
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Continue on Oakfield-Smyrna Road
1.4 mi · 3 min · Oakfield-Smyrna Road
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Take the ramp sharp left
1153 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left
15.6 mi · 16 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 1: Houlton, Presque Isle
1337 ft · 38 sec
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Turn slight right
54 m · 4 sec
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Turn straight onto North Street
1.5 km · 2 min · North Street
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Turn left onto Union Square
51 m · 5 sec · Union Square
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Continue on Market Square
120 m · 17 sec · Market Square
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Continue on Market Square
70 m · 8 sec · Market Square
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Turn right
41 m · 10 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 Houlton.
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.
Oakfield-Smyrna Road
Merge slight left
15.6 mi · 00h 16m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Chance Light Rain leaving Knowles Corner and Chance Light Rain near Houlton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Knowles Corner to Houlton?
The road trip is about 27.5 miles (44.2 km) and usually takes 00h 35m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Oakfield is a useful midpoint, sitting about 14.4 miles from Knowles Corner and 13 miles from Houlton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 24.2 miles (39 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.3 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:18 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.83 one way or $7.65 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain around Knowles Corner and Chance Light Rain near Houlton.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Knowles Corner and Houlton. Straight-line distance: 24.25 mi (39.02 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 Houlton
Town in Maine, USA
| Population | 5,766 |
| Coordinates | 46.1261600, -67.8403000 |
| Altitude | 110 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-67.840576, 46.126163)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 44 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 20m |
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 | $3.83 | $7.65 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $4.32 | $8.65 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $4.71 | $9.42 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $5.82 | $11.63 |
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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