Origin
Washburn, ME
Late night in Washburn on Wednesday
Local time
1:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Washburn, ME to Knowles Corner, ME
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 27m
Distance
52.3 mi
84 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 21m
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6 AM
1h 28m
8 AM
1h 41m
10 AM
1h 33m
12 PM
1h 31m
3 PM
1h 33m
5 PM
1h 41m
8 PM
1h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Trip Overview
The drive from Washburn, ME to Knowles Corner, ME covers 52.3 miles and takes about 1h 27m 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, State 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 $8.42 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
26.1 miles from Washburn, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 49m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 1h 27m drive with frequent turns across 52.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 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 early in the drive near ME 228 / Hines Street.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Washburn, ME to Knowles Corner, ME is easy. At 1h 27m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (ME 228 / Hines Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (ME 164 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (Castle Hill Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0 mi into trip
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ME 228 / Hines Street
Turn right onto ME 228 / Hines Street
Navigation decision point
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0.1 mi into trip
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ME 164 / Main Street
Turn right onto ME 164 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
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1 mi into trip
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~1m in
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Castle Hill Road
Turn right onto Castle Hill Road
Navigation decision point
4
4.2 mi into trip
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~11m in
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ME 227 / State Road
At end of road, turn right onto ME 227 / State Road
Navigation decision point
4
21 mi into trip
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~41m in
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ME 11 / Main Street
Turn left onto ME 11 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Aroostook Scenic Highway | 19.2 mi | 28m |
| Masardis Road | 11.7 mi | 17m |
| State Road | 9 mi | 15m |
| Frenchville Road | 7.1 mi | 12m |
| Parsons Road | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| Annis Road | 1.4 mi | 5m |
| Main Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Exchange Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Aroostook Scenic Highway
— 19.2 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Washburn, ME and Knowles Corner, ME.
1
Start on Gould Street
154 ft
·
8 sec
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Gould Street
2
Turn right onto ME 228
141 ft
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4 sec
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Hines Street
3
Turn right onto ME 164
0.9 mi
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1 min
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Main Street
4
Continue on Washburn Road
378 ft
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8 sec
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Washburn Road
5
Turn right onto Castle Hill Road
162 ft
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4 sec
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Castle Hill Road
6
Turn straight onto South Wade Road
0.2 mi
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40 sec
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South Wade Road
7
Turn left onto Parsons Road
1.5 mi
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3 min
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Parsons Road
8
Turn right onto Annis Road
1.4 mi
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5 min
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Annis Road
9
At end of road, turn right onto ME 227
9.0 mi
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15 min
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State Road
10
Turn straight onto ME 227
7.1 mi
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12 min
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Frenchville Road
11
Continue on ME 227
0.6 mi
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1 min
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Exchange Street
12
Turn left onto ME 11
0.4 mi
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37 sec
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Main Street
13
Continue on ME 11
12 mi
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17 min
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Masardis Road
14
Continue on ME 11
19 mi
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28 min
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Aroostook Scenic Highway
15
Arrive at destination
ME 11
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 26.1 miles from Washburn, ME, or about 49m 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 52.3 miles or 1h 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 26.1 miles or 49m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Knowles Corner, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Washburn, 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 Washburn, ME
This is one driving day of about 52.3 miles and 1h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Washburn, 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 26.1 mi from Washburn, ME · 49m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 52.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.1 miles from Washburn, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Knowles Corner, ME
The final approach into Knowles Corner, 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 Knowles Corner, 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
$8.42 one way
$16.84 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $9.26 | $18.53 |
| premium | $4.86 | $10.02 | $20.03 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.55 | $23.09 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.3 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 | 15.7 | 0 | $5.49 | $2.51 |
| Efficient EV | 13.1 | 0 | $4.58 | $2.09 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.9 | 0 | $7.32 | $3.35 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Knowles Corner, ME
Late night in Knowles Corner on Wednesday
Local time
1:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
46°F
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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
2 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
1h 27m 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 Washburn, ME to Knowles Corner, ME covers 52.3 miles and takes about 1h 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Aroostook Scenic Highway, Masardis Road, State Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26.1 miles from Washburn, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.42 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 Washburn, ME to Knowles Corner, ME is easy. At 1h 27m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (ME 228 / Hines Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (ME 164 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (Castle Hill Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from Washburn, ME to Knowles Corner, ME does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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