Origin
Ardmore, OK
Morning in Ardmore on Thursday
Local time
9:20 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ardmore, OK to Duncan, OK
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 24m
Distance
74.3 mi
120 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 18m
★
6 AM
1h 25m
8 AM
1h 38m
10 AM
1h 29m
12 PM
1h 28m
3 PM
1h 30m
5 PM
1h 37m
8 PM
1h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ardmore, OK
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Duncan, OK
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Trip Overview
The drive from Ardmore, OK to Duncan, OK covers 74.3 miles and takes about 1h 24m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West Broadway Street, I 35, World War I Veterans Memorial Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.62 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 24m. Total distance: 74.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 24m drive with frequent turns across 74.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Broadway Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Ardmore, OK to Duncan, OK is easy. At 1h 24m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Ardmore, OK to Duncan, OK is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Broadway Street | — | — |
| I 35 | — | — |
| World War I Veterans Memorial Highway | — | — |
| OK 7 | — | — |
| South 9th Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
West Broadway Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ardmore, OK and Duncan, OK.
1
Start on the route
52 ft
·
4 sec
·
the route
2
Turn right onto West Broadway Street
59 ft
·
1 sec
·
West Broadway Street
3
Continue on West Broadway Street
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
West Broadway Street
4
Take the ramp slight right toward I 35: Oklahoma City
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
I 35: Oklahoma City
5
Merge slight left onto World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
23 mi
·
23 min
·
World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
6
Take the exit slight right toward OK 7: Davis, Duncan, Sulphur
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
OK 7: Davis, Duncan, Sulphur
7
Turn left
5.8 mi
·
6 min
8
Continue straight
27 mi
·
30 min
9
Continue straight
2.5 mi
·
2 min
10
Continue straight
6.0 mi
·
6 min
11
Continue straight
7.0 mi
·
8 min
12
Turn right onto South 9th Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South 9th Street
13
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 37.2 mi from Ardmore, OK · 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
37 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 37.2 miles from Ardmore, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Duncan, OK
The final approach into Duncan, 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
$11.62 one way
$23.23 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $12.75 | $25.51 |
| premium | $4.89 | $14.30 | $28.60 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.40 | $32.81 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 26 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.3 | 0 | $7.80 | $3.57 |
| Efficient EV | 18.6 | 0 | $6.50 | $2.97 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.7 | 0 | $10.40 | $4.76 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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
Duncan, OK
Morning in Duncan on Thursday
Local time
9:20 AM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
58°F
Davis, OK
37 mi in
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
13 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
1h 24m 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 Ardmore, OK to Duncan, OK covers 74.3 miles and takes about 1h 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Broadway Street, I 35, World War I Veterans Memorial Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 37.2 miles from Ardmore, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.62 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 Ardmore, OK to Duncan, OK is easy. At 1h 24m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Ardmore, OK to Duncan, OK is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Ardmore, OK to Duncan, OK does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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