How far is Knowles Corner, ME from Washburn, ME?
The driving distance from Knowles Corner, ME to Washburn, ME is about 52.3 miles (84.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 41.2 miles (66.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 30m 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 15m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
Human settlement in Aroostook County, Maine, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Knowles Corner and Washburn.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Knowles Corner and Washburn.
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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
2216 ft · 43 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto Frenchville Road
56 m · 4 sec · Frenchville Road
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Continue on Exchange Street
2791 ft · 56 sec · Exchange Street
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Continue on Frenchville Road
7.1 mi · 13 min · Frenchville Road
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Turn straight onto State Road
9 mi · 16 min · State Road
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Turn left onto Annis Road
1.4 mi · 6 min · Annis Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Parsons Road
1.5 mi · 4 min · Parsons Road
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Turn right onto South Wade Road
1446 ft · 45 sec · South Wade Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Washburn Road
135 m · 9 sec · Washburn Road
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Continue on Main Street
1.4 km · 2 min · Main Street
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Turn left onto Hines Street
43 m · 9 sec · Hines Street
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Turn left onto Gould Street
47 m · 7 sec · Gould Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Gould Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Knowles Corner and Washburn.
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 Washburn.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Knowles Corner to Washburn?
The road trip is about 52.3 miles (84.2 km) and usually takes 01h 15m 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 26.2 miles from Knowles Corner and 26.2 miles from Washburn.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 41.2 miles (66.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.1 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 4:00 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.30 one way or $14.60 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain around Knowles Corner and Chance Light Rain near Washburn.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Knowles Corner and Washburn. Straight-line distance: 41.2 mi (66.31 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 Washburn
Town in Maine
| Population | 1,533 |
| Coordinates | 46.7900400, -68.1575300 |
| Altitude | 148 |
| Country | United States |
End: Gould Street (-68.157491, 46.790032)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 84 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 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 | $7.30 | $14.60 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $8.25 | $16.49 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $8.99 | $17.97 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $11.09 | $22.19 |
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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