How far is Knowles Corner, ME from Mars Hill, ME?
The driving distance from Knowles Corner, ME to Mars Hill, ME is about 52.8 miles (85 km), with a travel time of about 01h 05m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 30.9 miles (49.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 11m 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 05m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Maine, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Knowles Corner and Mars Hill.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Knowles Corner and Mars Hill.
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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
1444 ft · 43 sec
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Turn left onto North Street
3.2 mi · 6 min · North Street
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Continue on North Road
5.8 mi · 8 min · North Road
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Continue on US Highway 1
1.1 km · 55 sec · US Highway 1
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Continue on Route 1
6.4 mi · 10 min · Route 1
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Continue on Main Road
6.7 mi · 11 min · Main Road
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Continue on Route 1
2.7 mi · 4 min · Route 1
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Continue on Military Road
1649 ft · 40 sec · Military Road
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Continue on Main Street
2608 ft · 2 min · Main Street
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Turn right onto Mill Street
68 m · 13 sec · Mill Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Mill Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Knowles Corner and Mars Hill.
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 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 Mars Hill.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Knowles Corner to Mars Hill?
The road trip is about 52.8 miles (85 km) and usually takes 01h 05m 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?
Houlton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 27.1 miles from Knowles Corner and 25.7 miles from Mars Hill.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 30.9 miles (49.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.9 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 4:18 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.38 one way or $14.75 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain around Knowles Corner and Chance Light Rain near Mars Hill.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Knowles Corner and Mars Hill. Straight-line distance: 30.89 mi (49.71 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 Mars Hill
Human settlement in United States of America
| Population | 1,461 |
| Coordinates | 46.5158800, -67.8664100 |
| Altitude | 129 |
| Country | United States |
End: Mill Street (-67.866162, 46.516007)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 85 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 39m |
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 | $7.38 | $14.75 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $8.33 | $16.67 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $9.08 | $18.17 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $11.21 | $22.43 |
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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