Origin
Edmond, OK
Afternoon in Edmond on Sunday
Local time
1:29 PM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Edmond, OK to Arkoma, OK
Drive Time
3h 33m
Distance
196.6 mi
316 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$30
one way
Photo: Diana ✨
Trip Overview
The drive from Edmond, OK to Arkoma, OK covers 196.6 miles and takes about 3h 33m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway, Tinker Diagonal, Broadway Extension for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 158.6 miles on Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $29.86 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
98.3 miles from Edmond, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 47m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 3h 33m drive with frequent turns across 196.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 158.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near US Historic 66; US 77 / South Broadway.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 196.6 miles you will encounter 13 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: at 0.2 miles (US Historic 66; US 77 / South Broadway): Lane positioning matters here; at 14 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14.2 miles (I 40; US 270 / Crosstown Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US Historic 66; US 77 / South Broadway
Turn left onto US Historic 66; US 77 / South Broadway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
14 mi into trip
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~19m in
Take the exit toward I 35 North, I 40 East, US 62 East: Wichita, Fort Smith
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Exit 1A
Toward I 35 North, I 40 East, US 62 East: Wichi...
5
14.2 mi into trip
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~19m in
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I 40; US 270 / Crosstown Expressway
Merge onto I 40; US 270 / Crosstown Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
9
15.5 mi into trip
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~21m in
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I 40; US 270 / Tinker Diagonal
Keep slight left at fork onto I 40; US 270 / Tinker Diagonal toward I 240 East, US 270 East: Fort Smith
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 128
Toward I 240 East, US 270 East: Fort Smith
8
187.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 18m in
Take the exit toward US 64: Roland, Fort Smith
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 325
Toward US 64: Roland, Fort Smith
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Edmond, OK to Arkoma, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Smith along the way.
Fort Smith
14 mi in
|
~19m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway | 158.6 mi | 2h 41m |
| Tinker Diagonal | 11.8 mi | 13m |
| Broadway Extension | 6.7 mi | 7m |
| West Ray Fine Boulevard | 5.9 mi | 8m |
| Centennial Expressway | 4.5 mi | 5m |
| South Broadway | 2.6 mi | 5m |
| Wheeler Avenue | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Tim Vandiver Memorial Highway | 1.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway
— 158.6 mi, about 2h 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Edmond, OK and Arkoma, OK.
1
Start on US Historic 66; US 77
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
·
East 2nd Street
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
2
Turn left onto US Historic 66; US 77
2.6 mi
·
5 min
·
South Broadway
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on US 77
6.7 mi
·
7 min
·
Broadway Extension
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Continue on I 235; US 77
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Centennial Expressway
Use the straight lane.
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 1A
Toward I 35 North, I 40 East, US 62 East: Wichita, Fort Smith
Use the left lane.
6
Merge onto I 40; US 270
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Crosstown Expressway
Use the straight lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 40; US 270
12 mi
·
13 min
·
Tinker Diagonal
Exit 128
Toward I 240 East, US 270 East: Fort Smith
Use the slight left lane.
8
Continue on I 40; US 270; OK 3
75 mi
·
1 hr 17 min
·
Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on I 40
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Tim Vandiver Memorial Highway
Toward I 40 East: Fort Smith
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on I 40
83 mi
·
1 hr 24 min
·
Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
Exit 325
Toward US 64: Roland, Fort Smith
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Merge onto US 64
5.9 mi
·
8 min
·
West Ray Fine Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Turn right onto AR 255
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
South 5th Street
14
Turn slight left onto AR 255
477 ft
·
13 sec
·
Garland Avenue
15
Continue on AR 255
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
South 6th Street
16
Continue on AR 255
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Wheeler Avenue
17
Turn right onto South Y Street
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
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South Y Street
18
Turn left onto State Line Road
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
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State Line Road
19
Turn right onto Blocker Avenue
404 ft
·
9 sec
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Blocker Avenue
20
Turn right
63 ft
·
4 sec
21
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 98.3 miles from Edmond, OK, or about 1h 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 158.6 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 80 miles or 1h 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 98.3 miles or 1h 47m 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 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Arkoma, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Edmond, 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 Edmond, OK
This is one driving day of about 196.6 miles and 3h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Edmond, 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.
The longest stretch is on Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway for about 158.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 98.3 mi from Edmond, OK · 1h 47m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
98 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 98.3 miles from Edmond, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 158.6 miles.
Arriving in Arkoma, OK
The final approach into Arkoma, 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 Arkoma, OK.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$29.86 one way
$59.72 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
69 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $32.92 | $65.84 |
| premium | $4.80 | $37.11 | $74.23 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $43.68 | $87.36 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$30
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 68.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 59 | 0 | $20.64 | $9.44 |
| Efficient EV | 49.2 | 0 | $17.20 | $7.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 78.6 | 0 | $27.52 | $12.58 |
Gas CO2
69 kg
EV CO2
23 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
Arkoma, OK
Afternoon in Arkoma on Sunday
Local time
1:29 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°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
9 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
3h 33m 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 Edmond, OK to Arkoma, OK covers 196.6 miles and takes about 3h 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway, Tinker Diagonal, Broadway Extension. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 98.3 miles from Edmond, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $29.86 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 196.6 miles you will encounter 13 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: at 0.2 miles (US Historic 66; US 77 / South Broadway): Lane positioning matters here; at 14 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14.2 miles (I 40; US 270 / Crosstown Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Edmond, OK to Arkoma, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Smith along the way.
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