Origin
Catoosa, OK
Afternoon in Catoosa on Monday
Local time
12:25 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Catoosa, OK to Lawton, OK
Drive Time
2h 58m
Distance
205.4 mi
331 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$31
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 47m
★
6 AM
2h 58m
8 AM
3h 21m
10 AM
3h 6m
12 PM
3h 4m
3 PM
3h 7m
5 PM
3h 20m
8 PM
2h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Catoosa, OK
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Lawton, OK
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Trip Overview
The drive from Catoosa, OK to Lawton, OK covers 205.4 miles and takes about 2h 58m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Skelly Bypass, Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike, I 35 South for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $31.20 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
102.7 miles from Catoosa, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 29m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 58m drive with frequent turns across 205.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Skelly Bypass 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. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h 58m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Catoosa, OK to Lawton, OK is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Skelly Bypass | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 35 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| World War II Veterans Memorial Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Will Rogers Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Harry E | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Pioneer Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Bill W | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Skelly Bypass
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Catoosa, OK and Lawton, OK.
1
Start on West Denbo Street
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
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West Denbo Street
2
Turn right
0.6 mi
·
1 min
3
Continue straight
0.6 mi
·
1 min
4
Continue straight
4.3 mi
·
5 min
5
Keep slight left to continue on Skelly Bypass
14 mi
·
17 min
·
Skelly Bypass
6
Keep slight left to continue on Skelly Bypass
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Skelly Bypass
7
Continue on Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike
87 mi
·
1 hr 25 min
·
Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike
8
Take the exit slight left toward I 35 South, I 44 West, OK 66 West: Dallas, Lawton
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
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I 35 South, I 44 West, OK 66 West: Dallas, Lawton
9
Merge slight right onto World War II Veterans Memorial Highway
4.2 mi
·
4 min
·
World War II Veterans Memorial Highway
10
Keep slight right to continue on Will Rogers Expressway
16 mi
·
19 min
·
Will Rogers Expressway
11
Keep slight right to continue on Will Rogers Expressway
7.9 mi
·
8 min
·
Will Rogers Expressway
12
Continue on Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
61 mi
·
1 hr 1 min
·
Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
13
Continue on Pioneer Expressway
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Pioneer Expressway
14
Continue on Bill W. Burgess, Junior Highway
2.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Bill W. Burgess, Junior Highway
15
Take the exit slight right toward US 281 Business South: Lawton
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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US 281 Business South: Lawton
16
Turn left onto Southwest Gore Boulevard
39 ft
·
1 sec
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Southwest Gore Boulevard
17
Arrive at your destination
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 102.7 miles from Catoosa, OK, or about 1h 29m into the drive.
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 9m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 102.7 miles or 1h 29m 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 26m
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 Catoosa, 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 Catoosa, OK
This is one driving day of about 205.4 miles and 2h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Catoosa, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 102.7 mi from Catoosa, OK · 1h 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
103 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 102.7 miles from Catoosa, 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
$31.20 one way
$62.40 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
72 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $34.39 | $68.78 |
| premium | $4.80 | $38.78 | $77.55 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $45.63 | $91.27 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 71.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 61.6 | 0 | $21.57 | $9.86 |
| Efficient EV | 51.4 | 0 | $17.97 | $8.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 82.2 | 1 | $28.76 | $13.15 |
Gas CO2
72 kg
EV CO2
24 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
Lawton, OK
Afternoon in Lawton on Monday
Local time
12:25 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
7 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 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 Catoosa, OK to Lawton, OK covers 205.4 miles and takes about 2h 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Skelly Bypass, Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike, I 35 South. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 102.7 miles from Catoosa, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $31.20 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 straightforward 2h 58m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Catoosa, OK to Lawton, OK is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Catoosa, OK to Lawton, OK does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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