Origin
Anadarko, OK
Afternoon in Anadarko on Wednesday
Local time
4:34 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Anadarko, OK to Norman, OK
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 7m
Distance
55.1 mi
89 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 2m
★
6 AM
1h 8m
8 AM
1h 19m
10 AM
1h 12m
12 PM
1h 11m
3 PM
1h 12m
5 PM
1h 18m
8 PM
1h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Anadarko, OK
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Norman, OK
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 55.1-mile drive from Anadarko, OK to Norman, OK is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 7 minutes. You'll primarily be on the Harry E. Bailey Turnpike and OK 9, with about 62% of the journey on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $9, making it an economical option. Both your origin and destination are situated within the Great Plains region, so expect a consistent landscape throughout your journey. This route is ideal for a quick transition between two Oklahoma towns, offering a no-fuss travel experience.
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
27.5 miles from Anadarko, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 34m into the drive .
Drive Character
The character of this drive is predominantly highway-focused, with a 62% highway share. You'll experience a substantial uninterrupted stretch of 15.5 miles on the Harry E. Bailey Turnpike, offering a chance to maintain a steady pace. Beyond that, the route transitions to OK 9 and East Central Boulevard, likely presenting a mix of faster sections and more local road characteristics as you approach Norman. It's a drive that balances efficiency with the typical flow of Oklahoma highways, providing a predictable driving experience.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 24 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 15.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Harry E. Bailey Turnpike and OK 9. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near OK 8; OK 9; US 62 / East Central Boulevard.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 55.1 miles you will encounter 11 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 8; OK 9; US 62 / East Central Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 19.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 35.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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OK 8; OK 9; US 62 / East Central Boulevard
Turn left onto OK 8; OK 9; US 62 / East Central Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
19.8 mi into trip
|
~26m in
Turn left toward I 44 East: Oklahoma City
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 44 East: Oklahoma City
7
35.6 mi into trip
|
~41m in
Take the exit toward OK 4 Toll, H. E. Bailey Spur: Blanchard, Norman
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward OK 4 Toll, H. E. Bailey Spur: Blanchard,...
7
52.2 mi into trip
|
~1h in
Take the exit toward Main Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 109
Toward Main Street
7
52.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Anadarko, OK to Norman, OK, road signs begin pointing toward H. E. Bailey Spur: Blanchard along the way.
H. E. Bailey Spur: Blanchard
35.6 mi in
|
~41m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Harry E. Bailey Turnpike | 15.5 mi | 14m |
| OK 9 | 10.9 mi | 15m |
| East Central Boulevard | 8.9 mi | 10m |
| Harry E. Bailey Turnpike Spur | 7.8 mi | 7m |
| Southeast 44th Street | 5.6 mi | 7m |
| West Main Street | 2.6 mi | 6m |
| World War I Veterans Memorial Highway | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Doctor James E. and Representative Mina M. Hibdon Memorial Highway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
— 15.5 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Anadarko, OK and Norman, OK.
1
Start on OK 8; US 281
39 ft
·
5 sec
·
South 1st Street
2
Turn left onto OK 8; OK 9; US 62
8.9 mi
·
10 min
·
East Central Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Continue on OK 9; US 62
367 ft
·
6 sec
·
OK 9; US 62
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
4
Continue on OK 9; US 62
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
OK 9; US 62
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
5
Continue on OK 9; US 62
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
OK 9; US 62
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
Continue on OK 9; US 62
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
OK 9; US 62
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
7
Continue on OK 9; US 62
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
OK 9; US 62
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
8
Continue on OK 9; US 62
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
OK 9; US 62
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
9
Continue on OK 9; US 62
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
OK 9; US 62
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
10
Continue on OK 9; US 62
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
OK 9; US 62
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
11
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 44 East: Oklahoma City
Use the left lane.
12
Merge onto I 44
16 mi
·
14 min
·
Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
13
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
51 sec
Toward OK 4 Toll, H. E. Bailey Spur: Blanchard, Norman
Use the slight right lane.
14
Merge onto OK 4 Toll
7.8 mi
·
7 min
·
Harry E. Bailey Turnpike Spur
Use the straight lane.
15
Continue on OK 9
5.5 mi
·
7 min
·
Southeast 44th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Turn slight right onto West Adkins Hill Road
0.2 mi
·
10 sec
·
West Adkins Hill Road
17
Continue on OK 9
470 ft
·
9 sec
·
Southeast 44th Street
18
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
19
Merge onto OK 9; I 35
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
20
Continue on I 35
0.5 mi
·
35 sec
·
Doctor James E. and Representative Mina M. Hibdon Memorial Highway
21
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
Exit 109
Toward Main Street
Use the slight right lane.
22
Keep slight right at fork
407 ft
·
7 sec
Use the right lane.
23
Turn straight onto West Main Street
2.6 mi
·
6 min
·
West Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
24
Arrive at destination
East Main Street
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of just over an hour, this route offers great flexibility for departure times. You won't need to plan for major stops, but it's always wise to be aware of fuel levels, especially before heading out. The estimated fuel cost of $9 suggests it's an affordable trip, but it’s good practice to check your tank before leaving Anadarko. A helpful tip for this drive is to be mindful of the transition from the turnpike to OK 9, as traffic patterns might change as you get closer to Norman.
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 27.5 miles from Anadarko, OK, or about 34m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 15.5 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 12 miles or 15m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 27.5 miles or 34m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Norman, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Anadarko, OK so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Anadarko, OK
This is one driving day of about 55.1 miles and 1h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 12 miles from Anadarko, OK.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Harry E. Bailey Turnpike for about 15.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 27.5 mi from Anadarko, OK · 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.5 miles from Anadarko, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Norman, OK
The final approach into Norman, OK usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.61 one way
$17.23 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $9.46 | $18.92 |
| premium | $4.89 | $10.60 | $21.21 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.17 | $24.33 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.64
Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
(15.5 mi)
$1.09
Harry E. Bailey Turnpike Spur
(7.8 mi)
$0.55
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
$9
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.5 | 0 | $5.79 | $2.64 |
| Efficient EV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.82 | $2.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22 | 0 | $7.71 | $3.53 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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
Norman, OK
Afternoon in Norman on Wednesday
Local time
4:34 PM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
15 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 7m 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 Norman, OK covers 55.1 miles and takes about 1h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Harry E. Bailey Turnpike, OK 9, East Central Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 27.5 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 $8.61 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 55.1 miles you will encounter 11 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 8; OK 9; US 62 / East Central Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 19.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 35.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Anadarko, OK to Norman, OK, road signs begin pointing toward H. E. Bailey Spur: Blanchard along the way.
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