Origin
Knowles Corner, ME
Late night in Knowles Corner on Wednesday
Local time
4:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Knowles Corner, ME to Mapleton, ME
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Drive Time
1h 5m
Distance
43.9 mi
71 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 0m
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6 AM
1h 5m
8 AM
1h 16m
10 AM
1h 9m
12 PM
1h 8m
3 PM
1h 10m
5 PM
1h 15m
8 PM
1h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Knowles Corner, ME
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Trip Overview
The drive from Knowles Corner, ME to Mapleton, ME covers 43.9 miles and takes about 1h 5m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Aroostook Scenic Highway, Masardis Road, Presque Isle Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 19.2 miles on Aroostook Scenic Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.07 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
22 miles from Knowles Corner, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 32m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 1h 5m drive with frequent turns across 43.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 7 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Aroostook Scenic Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 19.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 31.1 miles in near ME 163 / Presque Isle Road.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Knowles Corner, ME to Mapleton, ME is easy. At 1h 5m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
There is one spot that needs extra attention: at 31.1 miles (ME 163 / Presque Isle Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
1 of 1 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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31.1 mi into trip
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~46m in
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ME 163 / Presque Isle Road
Turn right onto ME 163 / Presque Isle Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Aroostook Scenic Highway | 19.2 mi | 28m |
| Masardis Road | 11.7 mi | 17m |
| Presque Isle Road | 7.3 mi | 10m |
| Haystack Road | 5.1 mi | 7m |
| Main Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Aroostook Scenic Highway
— 19.2 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Knowles Corner, ME and Mapleton, ME.
1
Start on ME 11
19 mi
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28 min
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Aroostook Scenic Highway
2
Continue on ME 11
12 mi
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17 min
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Masardis Road
3
Continue on ME 11
0.1 mi
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16 sec
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Main Street
4
Turn right onto ME 163
7.3 mi
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10 min
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Presque Isle Road
5
Continue on ME 163
5.1 mi
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7 min
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Haystack Road
6
Continue on ME 163
0.5 mi
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45 sec
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Main Street
7
Arrive at destination
ME 163
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 22 miles from Knowles Corner, ME, or about 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 19.2 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 43.9 miles or 1h 5m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 22 miles or 32m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Mapleton, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Knowles Corner, ME so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Knowles Corner, ME
This is one driving day of about 43.9 miles and 1h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Knowles Corner, ME.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Aroostook Scenic Highway for about 19.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 22 mi from Knowles Corner, ME · 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 43.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22 miles from Knowles Corner, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Mapleton, ME
The final approach into Mapleton, ME usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Mapleton, ME.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.07 one way
$14.13 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $7.78 | $15.55 |
| premium | $4.86 | $8.41 | $16.81 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.69 | $19.39 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.2 | 0 | $4.61 | $2.11 |
| Efficient EV | 11 | 0 | $3.84 | $1.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.6 | 0 | $6.15 | $2.81 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Mapleton, ME
Late night in Mapleton on Wednesday
Local time
4:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
56°F
Washburn, ME
22 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
19 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 5m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Knowles Corner, ME to Mapleton, ME covers 43.9 miles and takes about 1h 5m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Aroostook Scenic Highway, Masardis Road, Presque Isle Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 22 miles from Knowles Corner, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.07 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Knowles Corner, ME to Mapleton, ME is easy. At 1h 5m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
There is one spot that needs extra attention: at 31.1 miles (ME 163 / Presque Isle Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from Knowles Corner, ME to Mapleton, ME does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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