Origin
Crescent, OK
Night in Crescent on Tuesday
Local time
11:29 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Crescent, OK to Stillwater, OK
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
52m
Distance
41.6 mi
67 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 48m
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6 AM
0h 52m
8 AM
1h 1m
10 AM
0h 55m
12 PM
0h 54m
3 PM
0h 56m
5 PM
1h 0m
8 PM
0h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Crescent, OK
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Stillwater, OK
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion across the Oklahoma Great Plains, the 41.6-mile trek from Crescent to Stillwater is a straightforward choice. You can easily complete this drive in about 52 minutes, making it a perfect day trip that does not require an overnight stay. Budgeting roughly $6 for fuel is sufficient for the journey, which relies on local roads rather than major interstates. You will navigate using the 42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway, North Portland Avenue, and West 6th Avenue to reach your destination. Because the entire route remains within the same region, you will experience a consistent landscape throughout the trip. It is a practical, no-fuss connection that allows you to transition between these two communities with minimal logistical stress.
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
20.8 miles from Crescent, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 25m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention rather than a monotonous highway cruise. Since 0% of this route is on a traditional high-speed interstate, you will spend your time navigating surface roads and local connectors. Your longest uninterrupted stretch covers 23 miles along the 42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway, providing the only significant period of steady driving. As you transition between the specified roads, the character of the journey shifts from rural stretches to the more localized traffic patterns near Stillwater. You should be prepared for frequent turns and varied road conditions that keep the drive engaging from start to finish.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 8 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 23 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,141 ft
884 ft
Total Climb
362 ft
Total Descent
607 ft
Highest Point
1,141 ft
Elevation Range
256 ft
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. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Monroe Street.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Crescent, OK to Stillwater, OK is easy. At 52m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Monroe Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (OK 74 / North Grand Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 11.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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East Monroe Street
Turn left onto East Monroe Street
Navigation decision point
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OK 74 / North Grand Avenue
Turn right onto OK 74 / North Grand Avenue
Navigation decision point
3
11.4 mi into trip
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~14m in
Turn slight right
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
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11.5 mi into trip
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~14m in
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OK 51; CR 62 / 42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway
Turn straight onto OK 51; CR 62 / 42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway | 23 mi | 26m |
| North Portland Avenue | 9 mi | 10m |
| West 6th Avenue | 7.1 mi | 11m |
| North Grand Avenue | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| East Monroe Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East 6th Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway
— 23 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Crescent, OK and Stillwater, OK.
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Start on this road
27 ft
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7 sec
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this road
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Turn left onto East Monroe Street
204 ft
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10 sec
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East Monroe Street
3
Turn right onto OK 74
2.4 mi
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3 min
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North Grand Avenue
4
Continue on OK 74
9.0 mi
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10 min
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North Portland Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Turn slight right
132 ft
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4 sec
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Turn straight onto OK 51; CR 62
23 mi
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26 min
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42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Continue on OK 51
7.1 mi
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11 min
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West 6th Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
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Arrive at destination
OK 51
Trip Plan
Flexibility is your greatest advantage on this short trip, as you can easily depart whenever it suits your schedule without worrying about long-haul fatigue. Since the drive is under an hour, you do not need to worry about planning formal rest stops, though you should ensure your vehicle is fueled up before you leave given the $6 estimated cost. Pay close attention to the transition points between the 42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway and the local avenues, as the route requires several turns to keep you on the correct path. Keep a navigation app handy to manage the turn-heavy sections effectively. Because there are no scheduled stops, consider this an efficient point-to-point transit that gets you to Stillwater quickly and reliably.
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 20.8 miles from Crescent, OK, or about 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 23 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 41.6 miles or 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 20.8 miles or 25m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 42m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Stillwater, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Crescent, 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 Crescent, OK
This is one driving day of about 41.6 miles and 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Crescent, 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 42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway for about 23 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 20.8 mi from Crescent, OK · 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 41.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.8 miles from Crescent, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Stillwater, OK
The final approach into Stillwater, 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 Stillwater, 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
$6.50 one way
$13.01 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $7.14 | $14.28 |
| premium | $4.89 | $8.01 | $16.01 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.18 | $18.37 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.37 | $2.00 |
| Efficient EV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.64 | $1.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.6 | 0 | $5.82 | $2.66 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Stillwater, OK
Night in Stillwater on Tuesday
Local time
11:29 PM
CDT
Current temp
49°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
52m 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 Crescent, OK to Stillwater, OK covers 41.6 miles and takes about 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway, North Portland Avenue, West 6th Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 20.8 miles from Crescent, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.50 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 Crescent, OK to Stillwater, OK is easy. At 52m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Monroe Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (OK 74 / North Grand Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 11.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Crescent, OK to Stillwater, OK does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 884 ft to 1,141 ft elevation with about 362 ft of total climbing.
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