Origin
Anadarko, OK
Afternoon in Anadarko on Sunday
Local time
1:38 PM
CDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Anadarko, OK to Lawton, OK
Drive Time
58m
Distance
40.1 mi
65 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
Photo: Sewupari Studio
Trip Overview
For a quick transition across the Oklahoma Great Plains, the 40.1-mile journey from Anadarko to Lawton is a straightforward trip that typically takes just 58 minutes. Because of the manageable distance and duration, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight lodging. You can expect to spend about $6 on fuel, making it a budget-friendly option for your travel plans. The drive utilizes a mix of US 62, Coblake Street, and West Petree Road to navigate between these two communities. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a change of scenery, this path offers a simple, efficient way to connect two regional hubs without any necessary stops.
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
20 miles from Anadarko, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 30m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience as you transition between rural stretches and local connectors. With a highway share of 57 percent, you will spend over half your time on the open road, specifically utilizing US 62 for your longest uninterrupted stretch of 21.9 miles. The remainder of the trip requires navigating through Coblake Street and West Petree Road, which provides a shift in pace from the higher-speed highway segments. This combination creates a varied feel behind the wheel, alternating between steady highway cruising and the more controlled environment of local roads. You will find that the road's personality changes as you move through these different sections, keeping the 58-minute drive engaging enough for a short haul.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 62 is the longest continuous segment at about 21.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near OK 9; US 62; US 281 / West Central Boulevard.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 40.1 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (OK 9; US 62; US 281 / West Central Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.4 miles (OK 9; US 62; US 281): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.4 miles (OK 9; US 62; US 281 / South Mission Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 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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OK 9; US 62; US 281 / West Central Boulevard
Turn left onto OK 9; US 62; US 281 / West Central Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
0.4 mi into trip
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~0m in
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OK 9; US 62; US 281
Turn left onto OK 9; US 62; US 281
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
0.4 mi into trip
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~0m in
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OK 9; US 62; US 281 / South Mission Street
Turn left onto OK 9; US 62; US 281 / South Mission Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
8.4 mi into trip
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~12m in
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US 62; US 281
Turn left onto US 62; US 281
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
7
39.1 mi into trip
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~56m in
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US 281 Business
Take the exit onto US 281 Business toward US 281 Business South: Lawton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 39A
Toward US 281 Business South: Lawton
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 62 | 21.9 mi | 31m |
| Coblake Street | 8.8 mi | 13m |
| West Petree Road | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| Bill W. Burgess, Junior Highway | 2.5 mi | 2m |
| South Mission Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| US 281 Business | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| West Central Boulevard | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| OK 9 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 62
— 21.9 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Anadarko, OK and Lawton, OK.
1
Start on OK 8; US 281
26 ft
·
5 sec
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South 1st Street
2
Turn left onto OK 9; US 62; US 281
0.4 mi
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41 sec
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West Central Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Turn left onto OK 9; US 62; US 281
93 ft
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3 sec
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OK 9; US 62; US 281
Use the left lane.
4
Turn left onto OK 9; US 62; US 281
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Mission Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Turn right onto OK 9; US 62; US 281
4.6 mi
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6 min
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West Petree Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
Continue on US 62; US 281; OK 9
2.4 mi
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3 min
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US 62; US 281; OK 9
7
Turn left onto US 62; US 281
10.0 mi
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14 min
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US 62; US 281
Use the straight / left lanes.
8
Continue on US 62; US 281
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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US 62; US 281
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Turn left onto US 62; US 281
8.8 mi
·
13 min
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Coblake Street
10
Continue on US 62; US 277; US 281
3.4 mi
·
5 min
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US 62; US 277; US 281
11
Take the ramp onto US 62; US 277; US 281
5.5 mi
·
6 min
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US 62; US 277; US 281
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on I 44; US 62; US 277; US 281
2.5 mi
·
2 min
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Bill W. Burgess, Junior Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit onto US 281 Business
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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US 281 Business
Exit 39A
Toward US 281 Business South: Lawton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Turn left onto Southwest Gore Boulevard
38 ft
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0 sec
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Southwest Gore Boulevard
15
Arrive at destination
Southwest Gore Boulevard
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, allowing you to easily work the drive around your personal schedule. You won't need to plan for any formal stops, but keeping an eye on your fuel gauge before leaving Anadarko is a wise move to ensure you stay within your $6 budget. Because the route relies on a specific sequence of US 62 and local streets, stay alert to the signage when transitioning off the main highway to navigate Coblake Street and West Petree Road correctly. Taking advantage of the lack of required stops means you can reach Lawton in under an hour, giving you the entire day to focus on your destination rather than the logistics of the commute.
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 20 miles from Anadarko, OK, or about 30m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 21.9 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 40.1 miles or 58m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 20 miles or 30m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lawton, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Anadarko, 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 Anadarko, OK
This is one driving day of about 40.1 miles and 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Anadarko, OK.
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 US 62 for about 21.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 20 mi from Anadarko, OK · 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 40.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20 miles from Anadarko, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lawton, OK
The final approach into Lawton, 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 Lawton, 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
$6.09 one way
$12.18 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $6.71 | $13.43 |
| premium | $4.80 | $7.57 | $15.14 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $8.91 | $17.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 14 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12 | 0 | $4.21 | $1.92 |
| Efficient EV | 10 | 0 | $3.51 | $1.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16 | 0 | $5.61 | $2.57 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Lawton, OK
Afternoon in Lawton on Sunday
Local time
1:38 PM
CDT
Current temp
50°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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
58m 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 Anadarko, OK to Lawton, OK covers 40.1 miles and takes about 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 62, Coblake Street, West Petree Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 20 miles from Anadarko, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.09 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 40.1 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (OK 9; US 62; US 281 / West Central Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.4 miles (OK 9; US 62; US 281): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.4 miles (OK 9; US 62; US 281 / South Mission Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Anadarko, OK to Lawton, OK does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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