Origin
Presque Isle, ME
Morning in Presque Isle on Friday
Local time
7:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
29°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Presque Isle, ME to Lac Frontiere, ME
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
7h 8m
Distance
153.7 mi
247 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$25
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 57m
★
6 AM
7h 8m
8 AM
7h 30m
10 AM
7h 16m
12 PM
7h 14m
3 PM
7h 17m
5 PM
7h 29m
8 PM
7h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Presque Isle, ME
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Lac Frontiere, ME
Александр Ершков
Trip Overview
The drive from Presque Isle, ME to Lac Frontiere, ME covers 153.7 miles and takes about 7h 8m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Realty Road, Depot Road, 17 Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 62.6 miles on Realty Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $24.74 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
76.8 miles from Presque Isle, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 47m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 8m. Total distance: 153.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 8m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 7h 8m drive with frequent turns across 153.7 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Realty Road is the longest continuous segment at about 62.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near ME 163 / Mechanic Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The route itself is not hard, but at 7h 8m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 9 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (ME 163 / Mechanic Street): Navigation decision point; at 20.1 miles (ME 11 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 21.2 miles (Garfield Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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ME 163 / Mechanic Street
Turn left onto ME 163 / Mechanic Street
Navigation decision point
4
20.1 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
ME 11 / Main Street
At end of road, turn right onto ME 11 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
21.2 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
Garfield Road
At end of road, turn left onto Garfield Road
Navigation decision point
4
21.8 mi into trip
|
~34m in
|
Realty Road
Keep slight right at fork onto Realty Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
26.8 mi into trip
|
~46m in
|
Realty Road
Keep slight right at fork onto Realty Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Realty Road | 62.6 mi | 2h 31m |
| Depot Road | 32.7 mi | 2h 6m |
| 17 Road | 13.9 mi | 33m |
| Maibec Road | 12.7 mi | 49m |
| Presque Isle Road | 7.3 mi | 10m |
| Daaquam Road | 6.2 mi | 23m |
| Haystack Road | 5.1 mi | 7m |
| Mapleton Road | 4.8 mi | 7m |
Longest stretch:
Realty Road
— 62.6 mi, about 2h 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Presque Isle, ME and Lac Frontiere, ME.
1
Start on State Street
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
State Street
2
Turn left onto ME 163
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Mechanic Street
3
Turn straight onto ME 163
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Industrial Street
4
Continue on ME 163
4.8 mi
·
7 min
·
Mapleton Road
5
Continue on ME 163
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
6
Continue on ME 163
5.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Haystack Road
7
Continue on ME 163
7.3 mi
·
10 min
·
Presque Isle Road
8
At end of road, turn right onto ME 11
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
Main Street
9
Turn left onto ME 11
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Station Street
10
At end of road, turn left onto Garfield Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Garfield Road
11
Keep slight right at fork onto Realty Road
5.0 mi
·
12 min
·
Realty Road
12
Keep slight right at fork onto Realty Road
15 mi
·
36 min
·
Realty Road
13
Continue on Realty Road
43 mi
·
1 hr 42 min
·
Realty Road
14
Turn right onto 17 Road
14 mi
·
33 min
·
17 Road
15
Continue on Boulevard Road
3.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Boulevard Road
16
Turn left onto Maibec Road
13 mi
·
49 min
·
Maibec Road
17
Turn left
284 ft
·
21 sec
18
Turn right
113 ft
·
8 sec
19
Turn slight left
212 ft
·
15 sec
20
Turn right
368 ft
·
27 sec
21
Turn straight onto Depot Road
9.6 mi
·
37 min
·
Depot Road
22
Turn right onto Depot Road
23 mi
·
1 hr 29 min
·
Depot Road
23
Continue on Daaquam Road
6.2 mi
·
23 min
·
Daaquam Road
24
Arrive at destination
Daaquam Road
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 76.8 miles from Presque Isle, ME, or about 2h 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 62.6 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 34 miles or 1h 3m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 76.8 miles or 2h 47m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lac Frontiere, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Presque Isle, ME so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Presque Isle, ME
This is one driving day of about 153.7 miles and 7h 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 miles from Presque Isle, ME.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Realty Road for about 62.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 76.8 mi from Presque Isle, ME · 2h 47m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
77 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 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 76.8 miles from Presque Isle, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Realty Road if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 62.6 miles.
Arriving in Lac Frontiere, ME
The final approach into Lac Frontiere, 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 Lac Frontiere, 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
$24.74 one way
$49.49 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
54 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $27.22 | $54.45 |
| premium | $4.86 | $29.43 | $58.87 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $33.94 | $67.87 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$25
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 53.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 46.1 | 0 | $16.14 | $7.38 |
| Efficient EV | 38.4 | 0 | $13.45 | $6.15 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 61.5 | 0 | $21.52 | $9.84 |
Gas CO2
54 kg
EV CO2
18 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
Lac Frontiere, ME
Morning in Lac Frontiere on Friday
Local time
7:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
17 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
7h 8m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Presque Isle, ME to Lac Frontiere, ME covers 153.7 miles and takes about 7h 8m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Realty Road, Depot Road, 17 Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 76.8 miles from Presque Isle, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $24.74 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
The route itself is not hard, but at 7h 8m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 9 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (ME 163 / Mechanic Street): Navigation decision point; at 20.1 miles (ME 11 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 21.2 miles (Garfield Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from Presque Isle, ME to Lac Frontiere, ME does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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