Origin
Enid, OK
Afternoon in Enid on Sunday
Local time
2:41 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Enid, OK to Buffalo, OK
Drive Time
2h 28m
Distance
122 mi
196 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
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Trip Overview
The drive from Enid, OK to Buffalo, OK covers 122 miles and takes about 2h 28m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on OK 8, Trooper Chris Van Krevelen Memorial Highway, US 183 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 42.5 miles on OK 8. At current regular gas prices, budget about $18.53 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
61 miles from Enid, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 14m into the drive .
Drive Character
The drive from Enid, OK to Buffalo, OK covers 122 miles and takes about 2h 28m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
OK 8 is the longest continuous segment at about 42.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West Maine Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h 28m 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 (West Maine Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (US 412; CR E0430 / West Owen K. Garriott Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 89.5 miles (US 183; US 270; US 412; OK 3): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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West Maine Street
Turn right onto West Maine Street
Navigation decision point
6
0.4 mi into trip
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~1m in
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US 412; CR E0430 / West Owen K. Garriott Road
Turn right onto US 412; CR E0430 / West Owen K. Garriott Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
89.5 mi into trip
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~1h 49m in
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US 183; US 270; US 412; OK 3
Take the exit onto US 183; US 270; US 412; OK 3
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
89.5 mi into trip
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~1h 49m in
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US 183; US 270; US 412; OK 3 / Northwest Highway
Merge onto US 183; US 270; US 412; OK 3 / Northwest Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
103.2 mi into trip
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~2h 6m in
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US 183
Take the exit onto US 183
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| OK 8 | 42.5 mi | 48m |
| Trooper Chris Van Krevelen Memorial Highway | 25.4 mi | 29m |
| US 183 | 20.4 mi | 25m |
| Southwest 6th Street | 12.5 mi | 17m |
| Northwest Highway | 12.1 mi | 13m |
| West Owen K. Garriott Road | 5.5 mi | 9m |
| US 60 | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| South Independence Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
OK 8
— 42.5 mi, about 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Enid, OK and Buffalo, OK.
1
Start on South Grand Avenue
48 ft
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5 sec
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South Grand Avenue
2
Turn right onto West Maine Street
451 ft
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19 sec
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West Maine Street
3
Turn left onto South Independence Avenue
0.3 mi
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50 sec
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South Independence Avenue
4
Turn right onto US 412; CR E0430
5.5 mi
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9 min
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West Owen K. Garriott Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Continue on US 60; US 412; CR E0430
6.0 mi
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6 min
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Trooper Chris Van Krevelen Memorial Highway
6
Continue on US 60; US 412; CR E0430
0.3 mi
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40 sec
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Lahoma Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Continue on US 60; US 412; CR E0430
19 mi
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22 min
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Trooper Chris Van Krevelen Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on US 60; US 412; OK 8
2.7 mi
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3 min
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US 60; US 412; OK 8
9
Continue on OK 8; US 60; US 412
43 mi
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48 min
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OK 8; US 60; US 412
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Continue on US 412; OK 50
13 mi
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17 min
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Southwest 6th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Take the exit onto US 183; US 270; US 412; OK 3
167 ft
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4 sec
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US 183; US 270; US 412; OK 3
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Merge onto US 183; US 270; US 412; OK 3
12 mi
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13 min
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Northwest Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Continue on US 183; US 270; US 412; OK 3
1.6 mi
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2 min
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US 183; US 270; US 412; OK 3
Use the straight lane.
14
Take the exit onto US 183
11 mi
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13 min
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US 183
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Continue on US 183
3.4 mi
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3 min
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US 183
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
16
Continue on US 183
3.9 mi
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5 min
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US 183
Use the straight / left lanes.
17
Arrive at destination
US 64; US 183
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 61 miles from Enid, OK, or about 1h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 42.5 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 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 61 miles or 1h 14m 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 1m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Buffalo, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Enid, 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 Enid, OK
This is one driving day of about 122 miles and 2h 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Enid, 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 OK 8 for about 42.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 61 mi from Enid, OK · 1h 14m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
61 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 61 miles from Enid, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Buffalo, OK
The final approach into Buffalo, 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 Buffalo, 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
$18.53 one way
$37.06 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
43 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $20.43 | $40.86 |
| premium | $4.80 | $23.03 | $46.06 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $27.10 | $54.21 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 36.6 | 0 | $12.81 | $5.86 |
| Efficient EV | 30.5 | 0 | $10.67 | $4.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 48.8 | 0 | $17.08 | $7.81 |
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
14 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
Buffalo, OK
Afternoon in Buffalo on Sunday
Local time
2:41 PM
CDT
Current temp
86°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
39 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 28m 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 Enid, OK to Buffalo, OK covers 122 miles and takes about 2h 28m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are OK 8, Trooper Chris Van Krevelen Memorial Highway, US 183. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 61 miles from Enid, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.53 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 28m 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 (West Maine Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (US 412; CR E0430 / West Owen K. Garriott Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 89.5 miles (US 183; US 270; US 412; OK 3): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Enid, OK to Buffalo, OK does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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