Origin
Altus, OK
Afternoon in Altus on Sunday
Local time
2:06 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Altus, OK to Midwest City, OK
Drive Time
2h 42m
Distance
145 mi
233 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
Altus, OK
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Midwest City, OK
John Hill
Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Altus to Midwest City, you are looking at a straightforward 145-mile journey across the Oklahoma Great Plains. Expect roughly 2 hours and 42 minutes of drive time, making this a very manageable single-day trip that does not require an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via the Harry E. Bailey Turnpike, the Colonel Aaron C. "Burley" Burleson Memorial Highway, and the Will Rogers Expressway. With a fuel budget of approximately $22, this is a budget-friendly route for those needing to cross the state. Because the entire trip stays within the Great Plains region, the landscape remains consistent throughout your transit. It is a practical, no-nonsense path that prioritizes efficiency over sightseeing.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
72.5 miles from Altus, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 23m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 63% of your travel occurring on major thoroughfares. You will spend a significant portion of your time on the Harry E. Bailey Turnpike, which features the route's longest uninterrupted stretch at 61.2 miles. Behind the wheel, you should expect a steady pace that favors speed and direct navigation rather than technical maneuvers or winding turns. The transition between the Colonel Aaron C. "Burley" Burleson Memorial Highway and the Will Rogers Expressway keeps the drive feeling consistent as you head toward Midwest City. It is a reliable route for drivers who prefer high-speed transit and consistent road conditions.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Harry E. Bailey Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 61.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Harry E. Bailey Turnpike and Colonel Aaron C. "Burley" Burleson Memorial Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 62 / East Broadway Street.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 145 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 62 / East Broadway Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 47.3 miles (US 62): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 134.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 62 / East Broadway Street
Turn left onto US 62 / East Broadway Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
47.3 mi into trip
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~55m in
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US 62
Keep slight right at fork onto US 62 toward Rogers Lane
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Rogers Lane
8
134.3 mi into trip
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~2h 27m in
Take the exit toward I 40 East, US 270 East: Fort Smith
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 120B
Toward I 40 East, US 270 East: Fort Smith
9
140.3 mi into trip
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~2h 35m in
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I 40; US 270 / Tinker Diagonal
Keep slight left at fork onto I 40; US 270 / Tinker Diagonal toward I 240 East, US 270 East: Fort Smith
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 128
Toward I 240 East, US 270 East: Fort Smith
8
142.8 mi into trip
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~2h 38m in
Take the exit toward Del City, Midwest City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 155B
Toward Del City, Midwest City
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Altus, OK to Midwest City, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Oklahoma City along the way.
Oklahoma City
60.7 mi in
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~1h 11m
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via I 44
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Harry E. Bailey Turnpike | 61.2 mi | 1h 2m |
| Colonel Aaron C. "Burley" Burleson Memorial Highway | 45 mi | 50m |
| Will Rogers Expressway | 12.3 mi | 14m |
| US 62 | 7.4 mi | 8m |
| Crosstown Expressway | 5.8 mi | 7m |
| Pioneer Expressway | 4.6 mi | 4m |
| Tinker Diagonal | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| East Broadway Street | 2.3 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
— 61.2 mi, about 1h 2m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Altus, OK and Midwest City, OK.
1
Start on US 283; OK 6
97 ft
·
10 sec
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North Main Street
2
Turn left onto US 62
2.3 mi
·
5 min
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East Broadway Street
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on US 62
45 mi
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50 min
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Colonel Aaron C. "Burley" Burleson Memorial Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Keep slight right at fork onto US 62
7.2 mi
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8 min
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US 62
Toward Rogers Lane
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit onto US 62
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
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US 62
6
Merge onto I 44; US 62; US 277; US 281
1.4 mi
·
1 min
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Bill W. Burgess, Junior Highway
Toward I 44 East, US 62 East, US 277 North, US 281 North: Oklahoma City
7
Continue on I 44; US 62; US 277; US 281
4.6 mi
·
4 min
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Pioneer Expressway
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on I 44
61 mi
·
1 hr 2 min
·
Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
Toward I 44 East: Chickasha, Oklahoma City
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on I 44; US 62
12 mi
·
14 min
·
Will Rogers Expressway
Use the straight / sharp right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 120B
Toward I 40 East, US 270 East: Fort Smith
Use the right lane.
11
Continue on I 40; US 270
5.8 mi
·
7 min
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Crosstown Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 40; US 270
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Tinker Diagonal
Exit 128
Toward I 240 East, US 270 East: Fort Smith
Use the slight left lane.
13
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
Exit 155B
Toward Del City, Midwest City
Use the slight right lane.
14
Turn slight left onto Southeast 15th Street
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
·
Southeast 15th Street
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
15
Continue on Southeast 15th Street
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Southeast 15th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Turn right onto Felix Place
115 ft
·
7 sec
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Felix Place
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Turn right
34 ft
·
4 sec
18
Turn right
34 ft
·
2 sec
19
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time to avoid peak traffic near Midwest City. Plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs and break up the 145-mile trek, as the highway-heavy nature of the route can become monotonous. Budgeting around $22 for fuel is a safe estimate, but keep an eye on your gauge as you navigate the turnpike sections where service stations may be spaced out. A helpful tip for this specific route is to familiarize yourself with the toll requirements on the Harry E. Bailey Turnpike before you merge onto the highway. By pacing your drive with a single deliberate stop, you can easily complete this trip in one comfortable sitting without feeling rushed.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 72.5 miles from Altus, OK, or about 1h 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 61.2 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 80 miles or 1h 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 72.5 miles or 1h 23m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Midwest City, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Altus, OK 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 Altus, OK
This is one driving day of about 145 miles and 2h 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Altus, OK.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Harry E. Bailey Turnpike for about 61.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 72.5 mi from Altus, OK · 1h 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
73 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 72.5 miles from Altus, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Harry E. Bailey Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 61.2 miles.
Arriving in Midwest City, OK
The final approach into Midwest City, OK 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 Midwest City, OK.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.02 one way
$44.05 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
51 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $24.28 | $48.56 |
| premium | $4.80 | $27.37 | $54.75 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $32.21 | $64.43 |
Estimated Tolls: $4.28
Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
(61.2 mi)
$4.28
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Tolls
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 50.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 43.5 | 0 | $15.23 | $6.96 |
| Efficient EV | 36.3 | 0 | $12.69 | $5.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 58 | 0 | $20.30 | $9.28 |
Gas CO2
51 kg
EV CO2
17 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
Midwest City, OK
Afternoon in Midwest City on Sunday
Local time
2:06 PM
CDT
Current temp
52°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
1 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
2h 42m 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 Altus, OK to Midwest City, OK covers 145 miles and takes about 2h 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Harry E. Bailey Turnpike, Colonel Aaron C. "Burley" Burleson Memorial Highway, Will Rogers Expressway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 72.5 miles from Altus, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.02 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 145 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 62 / East Broadway Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 47.3 miles (US 62): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 134.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Altus, OK to Midwest City, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Oklahoma City along the way.
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