How far is Knowles Corner, ME from Mapleton, ME?

The driving distance from Knowles Corner, ME to Mapleton, ME is about 43.9 miles (70.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 57m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 33.9 miles (54.5 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 55m 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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Quick Snapshot
Road
43.95 mi
00h 57m
Flight
33.86 mi
54.5 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
33.86 mi
Kilometers
54.5 km
Flight Time
00h 04m

Driving Distance

Road route
43.95 mi
Kilometers
70.73 km
Drive Time
00h 57m

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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 57m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Mapleton
Wed, Apr 15, 4:08 AM EDT
Return by in Knowles Corner
Wed, Apr 15, 5:05 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Knowles Corner
2026-04-15T03:10
Arrive Mapleton
Wed, Apr 15, 4:08 AM EDT
Route Timing
00h 57m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:58 AM to 10:58 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:34 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Knowles Corner
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Masardis
ME

Human settlement in Aroostook County, Maine, United States of America

From Knowles Corner
21.9 mi
00h 28m
To Mapleton
22 mi
00h 28m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
53°F
Wednesday

Chance Light Rain

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
6 to 9 mph E
Destination
51°F
Wednesday

Chance Light Rain

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
10 mph E

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Knowles Corner and Mapleton.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Knowles Corner and Mapleton.

  1. 1

    Start on Aroostook Scenic Highway

    19.2 mi · 28 min · Aroostook Scenic Highway

  2. 2

    Continue on Masardis Road

    11.7 mi · 17 min · Masardis Road

  3. 3

    Continue on Main Street

    747 ft · 17 sec · Main Street

  4. 4

    Turn right onto Presque Isle Road

    7.3 mi · 11 min · Presque Isle Road

  5. 5

    Continue on Haystack Road

    5.1 mi · 8 min · Haystack Road

  6. 6

    Continue on Main Street

    2704 ft · 46 sec · Main Street

  7. 7

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Main Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Knowles Corner and Mapleton.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
7 steps
1 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
0
0 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
15.9 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Aroostook Scenic Highway
19.2 mi · 44%
Masardis Road
11.7 mi · 27%
Presque Isle Road
7.31 mi · 17%
Haystack Road
5.06 mi · 12%
Main Street
0.65 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

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.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
00h 57m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 56m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+10 mi
33.9 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Masardis
00h 28m from Knowles Corner
Leave By
4:34 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Chance Light Rain leaving Knowles Corner and Chance Light Rain near Mapleton.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Knowles Corner to Mapleton?

The road trip is about 43.9 miles (70.7 km) and usually takes 00h 57m 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?

Masardis is a useful midpoint, sitting about 21.9 miles from Knowles Corner and 22 miles from Mapleton.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 33.9 miles (54.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 10 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 4:34 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.11 one way or $12.23 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.8 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain around Knowles Corner and Chance Light Rain near Mapleton.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Knowles Corner and Mapleton. Straight-line distance: 33.86 mi (54.5 km).

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#1 Knowles Corner

Knowles Corner is a place in Maine, United States.

Population0
Coordinates46.2061600, -68.3336400
Altitude344
CountryUnited States
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#2 Mapleton

Main settlement in the town of the same name in Aroostook County, Maine, United States

Population1,824
Coordinates46.6819900, -68.1628100
Altitude172
CountryUnited States
Start: Aroostook Scenic Highway (-68.330909, 46.20597)
End: Main Street (-68.162801, 46.681741)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 71 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 27m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 05m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 52m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 43m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 37m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 32m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.55 gal
5.87 L · about $6.11
Round trip
$12.23
3.1 gal · 11.74 L
Estimated CO2
13.8 kg one way
Round trip: 27.5 kg / 61 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.95 $6.11 $12.23
Mid-grade $4.46 $6.91 $13.82
Premium $4.86 $7.53 $15.06
Diesel $6.00 $9.30 $18.59

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Maine · Apr 15, 2026

There is no time difference between Knowles Corner and Mapleton. The current time is 03:10:52.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.