How far is Lac Frontiere, ME from Presque Isle, ME?
The driving distance from Lac Frontiere, ME to Presque Isle, ME is about 251.8 miles (405.3 km), with a travel time of about 08h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 93.7 miles (150.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 17h 04m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM EDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Drive time stays fixed at 08h 32m.
Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Aroostook County, Maine, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lac Frontiere and Presque Isle.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lac Frontiere and Presque Isle.
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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
1469 ft · 28 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto Presque Isle Road
7.3 mi · 11 min · Presque Isle Road
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Continue on Haystack Road
5.1 mi · 8 min · Haystack Road
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Continue on Main Street
2.1 mi · 4 min · Main Street
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Continue on Mapleton Road
4.8 mi · 7 min · Mapleton Road
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Continue on Industrial Street
2560 ft · 1 min · Industrial Street
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Continue on Mechanic Street
1090 ft · 21 sec · Mechanic Street
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Turn right onto State Street
951 ft · 16 sec · State Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · State Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lac Frontiere and Presque Isle.
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.
Better with a longer stop
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
Chance Light Rain leaving Lac Frontiere 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 Lac Frontiere to Presque Isle?
The road trip is about 251.8 miles (405.3 km) and usually takes 08h 32m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Allagash is a useful midpoint, sitting about 76.7 miles from Lac Frontiere and 175.1 miles from Presque Isle.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 93.7 miles (150.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 158.1 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 7:30 AM EDT. Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $35.07 one way or $70.14 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 79 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain around Lac Frontiere and Chance Light Rain near Presque Isle.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lac Frontiere and Presque Isle. Straight-line distance: 93.73 mi (150.84 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 Presque Isle
City in Maine, United States
| Population | 8,950 |
| Coordinates | 46.6811500, -68.0158600 |
| Altitude | 139 |
| Country | United States |
End: State Street (-68.015848, 46.681243)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 405 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 08m |
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 | $35.07 | $70.14 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $39.62 | $79.25 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $43.19 | $86.38 |
| Diesel | $6.00 | $53.31 | $106.63 |
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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