How far is Knowles Corner, ME from Presque Isle, ME?

The driving distance from Knowles Corner, ME to Presque Isle, ME is about 51.2 miles (82.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 03m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 36.2 miles (58.2 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 07m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
51.21 mi
01h 03m
Flight
36.14 mi
58.16 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
36.14 mi
Kilometers
58.16 km
Flight Time
00h 04m

Driving Distance

Road route
51.21 mi
Kilometers
82.41 km
Drive Time
01h 03m

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 03m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Presque Isle
Wed, Apr 15, 4:19 AM EDT
Return by in Knowles Corner
Wed, Apr 15, 5:23 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Knowles Corner
2026-04-15T03:15
Arrive Presque Isle
Wed, Apr 15, 4:19 AM EDT
Route Timing
01h 03m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:04 AM to 11:04 AM EDT

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

Leave by
4:22 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
25.6 mi
00h 31m
To Presque Isle
25.7 mi
00h 31m

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
52°F
Wednesday

Chance Light Rain

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 2:00 AM EDT
Wind
10 mph E

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Knowles Corner and Presque Isle.

  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

    2.1 mi · 4 min · Main Street

  7. 7

    Continue on Mapleton Road

    4.8 mi · 7 min · Mapleton Road

  8. 8

    Continue on Industrial Street

    2560 ft · 1 min · Industrial Street

  9. 9

    Continue on Mechanic Street

    1090 ft · 21 sec · Mechanic Street

  10. 10

    Turn right onto State Street

    951 ft · 16 sec · State Street

  11. 11

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · State Street

Car Route Details

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

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
11 steps
2 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
0
0 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
21.5 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Aroostook Scenic Highway
19.2 mi · 37%
Masardis Road
11.7 mi · 23%
Presque Isle Road
7.31 mi · 14%
Haystack Road
5.06 mi · 10%
Mapleton Road
4.81 mi · 9%
Main Street
2.24 mi · 4%
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
01h 03m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 08m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+15 mi
36.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Masardis
00h 31m from Knowles Corner
Leave By
4:22 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Chance Light Rain leaving Knowles Corner and Chance Light Rain near Presque Isle.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Knowles Corner to Presque Isle?

The road trip is about 51.2 miles (82.4 km) and usually takes 01h 03m 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 25.6 miles from Knowles Corner and 25.7 miles from Presque Isle.

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

The direct path is about 36.2 miles (58.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 15 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 4:22 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.14 one way or $14.28 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.1 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

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

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Knowles Corner and Presque Isle. Straight-line distance: 36.14 mi (58.16 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
Presque Isle

#2 Presque Isle

City in Maine, United States

Population8,950
Coordinates46.6811500, -68.0158600
Altitude139
CountryUnited States
Start: Aroostook Scenic Highway (-68.330909, 46.20597)
End: State Street (-68.015848, 46.681243)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 82 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 42m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 16m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 01m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 51m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 43m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 38m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.81 gal
6.84 L · about $7.14
Round trip
$14.28
3.62 gal · 13.68 L
Estimated CO2
16.1 kg one way
Round trip: 32.2 kg / 71 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.95 $7.14 $14.28
Mid-grade $4.46 $8.07 $16.13
Premium $4.86 $8.79 $17.59
Diesel $6.00 $10.85 $21.71

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 Presque Isle. The current time is 03:15:38.

Distance to Other Cities

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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.