How far is Lac Frontiere, ME from Houlton, ME?
The driving distance from Lac Frontiere, ME to Houlton, ME is about 292 miles (469.9 km), with a travel time of about 05h 09m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 109.9 miles (176.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 18m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 05h 09m.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lac Frontiere and Houlton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lac Frontiere and Houlton.
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Start on Daaquam Road
6.2 mi · 24 min · Daaquam Road
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Continue on Depot Road
32.8 mi · 2 hr 7 min · Depot Road
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Turn right onto Maibec Road
12.9 mi · 50 min · Maibec Road
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Turn right onto Boulevard Road
3.6 mi · 9 min · Boulevard Road
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Continue on 17 Road
13.8 mi · 33 min · 17 Road
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Turn left onto Realty Road
62.7 mi · 2 hr 31 min · Realty Road
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Continue on Garfield Road
2952 ft · 1 min · Garfield Road
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Turn right onto Station Street
1.3 km · 1 min · Station Street
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Turn right onto Main Street
2216 ft · 38 sec · Main Street
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Continue on Masardis Road
11.7 mi · 17 min · Masardis Road
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Continue on Aroostook Scenic Highway
19.2 mi · 29 min · Aroostook Scenic Highway
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Turn left 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 Lac Frontiere and Houlton.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Realty Road
Turn left onto Realty Road
62.7 mi · 02h 31m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Chance Light Rain leaving Lac Frontiere 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 Lac Frontiere to Houlton?
The road trip is about 292 miles (469.9 km) and usually takes 05h 09m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Ashland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 96.6 miles from Lac Frontiere and 195.4 miles from Houlton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 109.9 miles (176.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 182.1 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 6:42 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $40.63 one way or $81.27 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 91.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain around Lac Frontiere and Chance Light Rain near Houlton.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lac Frontiere and Houlton. Straight-line distance: 109.85 mi (176.78 km).
#1 Lac Frontiere
Lac Frontiere is a place in Maine, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 46.6953100, -69.9934100 |
| Altitude | 357 |
| 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: 470 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 18m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 51m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 38m |
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 | $40.63 | $81.27 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $45.91 | $91.81 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $50.04 | $100.07 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $61.77 | $123.54 |
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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