Edmond, OK to Oakland, OK is 133 miles and takes about 2 hours 26 minutes via World War I Veterans Memorial Highway, with a fuel budget near $21 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Great Plains region, offering a straightforward journey between two Oklahoma towns. Expect a local feel for much of the trip, making it a manageable one-day adventure. It’s a route that prioritizes directness over extensive sightseeing, ideal for when you just need to get from point A to point B efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
66.5 miles from Edmond, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 16m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 26m. Total distance: 133.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
This drive is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' meaning you'll likely navigate a series of local roads and highways rather than a continuous interstate. With only 20% of the route on highways, prepare for a more engaged driving experience. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 73 miles on World War I Veterans Memorial Highway, providing a brief period of more consistent travel before transitioning back to more varied road conditions. The route’s profile suggests a dynamic journey with frequent changes in direction and speed.
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.
World War I Veterans Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 73 miles.
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. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US Historic 66; US 77 / East 2nd Street.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 26m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US Historic 66; US 77 / East 2nd Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.2 miles (US Historic 66; US 77 / South Broadway): Lane positioning matters here; at 14.4 miles (I 35; US 62; US 77 / World War I Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|US Historic 66; US 77 / East 2nd Street
Depart onto US Historic 66; US 77 / East 2nd Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
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0.2 mi into trip|~0m in|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.
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14.4 mi into trip|~19m in|I 35; US 62; US 77 / World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 35; US 62; US 77 / World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
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111.5 mi into trip|~2h 1m in|US 70
Take the exit onto US 70 toward US 70 East: Madill, Ardmore
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 29
Toward US 70 East: Madill, Ardmore
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111.8 mi into trip|~2h 2m in|US 70
Turn left onto US 70
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
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 Edmond, OK to Oakland, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Ardmore along the way.
Ardmore
111.5 mi in|~2h 1m|via US 70
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
73 mi
1h 15m
US 70
21.5 mi
25m
Director Steven Stokes Memorial Highway
11 mi
11m
Helen Cole Memorial Highway
6.8 mi
7m
Broadway Extension
6.7 mi
7m
Doctor James E. and Representative Mina M. Hibdon Memorial Highway
5.6 mi
6m
Centennial Expressway
5 mi
6m
South Broadway
2.6 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
— 73 mi, about 1h 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Edmond, OK and Oakland, OK.
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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
5.0 mi·6 min·Centennial Expressway
Use the straight lane.
5
Merge onto I 35; US 62; US 77
5.2 mi·6 min·World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on I 35; US 77
6.8 mi·7 min·Helen Cole Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on I 35; US 77
5.6 mi·6 min·Doctor James E. and Representative Mina M. Hibdon Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on I 35
0.9 mi·1 min·World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto OK 9; I 35
0.8 mi·52 sec·McCall Bridge
10
Continue on OK 9; I 35
32 mi·33 min·World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on I 35
11 mi·11 min·Director Steven Stokes Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on I 35
34 mi·34 min·World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit onto US 70
0.3 mi·30 sec·US 70
Exit 29Toward US 70 East: Madill, ArdmoreUse the slight right lane.
14
Turn left onto US 70
2.3 mi·2 min·US 70
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
15
Continue on US 70
15 mi·16 min·US 70
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
16
Continue on US 70
3.8 mi·4 min·US 70
Use the straight / left lanes.
17
Arrive at destination
US 70
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour 26-minute duration, this trip is easily accomplished in a single day. Aim to depart in the morning to maximize daylight and allow for any unexpected delays. While there are no designated stops provided, it’s wise to take advantage of the longest stretch on World War I Veterans Memorial Highway to plan for a fuel or quick break stop. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially as you move away from major highways; the $21 fuel estimate suggests a moderate cost for this distance. Since it’s a shorter drive, you have the flexibility to leave when it’s most convenient for you.
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 66.5 miles from Edmond, OK, or about 1h 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 73 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 29 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 66.5 miles or 1h 16m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Oakland, 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 133.1 miles and 2h 26m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from Edmond, OK.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on World War I Veterans Memorial Highway for about 73 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 66.5 mi from Edmond, OK
· 1h 16m into the drive
The midpoint is around 66.5 miles from Edmond, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Oakland, OK
The final approach into Oakland, 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 Oakland, OK.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Oklahoma City National Memorial
National Memorial
The outdoor symbolic memorial is a place of quiet reflection, honoring victims, survivors, rescuers, and all who were changed forever on April 19, 1995. It encompasses the now sacred soil where the Al...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$20.81 one way
$41.62 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg47 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$22.85
$45.69
premium
$4.89
$25.61
$51.23
diesel
$5.61
$29.39
$58.77
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 46.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
39.9
0
$13.98
$6.39
Efficient EV
33.3
0
$11.65
$5.32
EV Truck/SUV
53.2
0
$18.63
$8.52
Gas CO2
47 kg
EV CO2
16 kg (66% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Edmond, OK
Late night
in Edmond on Saturday
Local time
4:49 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Oakland, OK
Late night
in Oakland on Saturday
Local time
4:49 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
73°F
Lexington, OK
67 mi in
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
12 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
2h 26m 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 Oakland, OK covers 133.1 miles and takes about 2h 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are World War I Veterans Memorial Highway, US 70, Director Steven Stokes Memorial Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 66.5 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 $20.81 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 is a straightforward 2h 26m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US Historic 66; US 77 / East 2nd Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.2 miles (US Historic 66; US 77 / South Broadway): Lane positioning matters here; at 14.4 miles (I 35; US 62; US 77 / World War I Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Edmond, OK to Oakland, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Ardmore along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
