Origin
Enid, OK
Afternoon in Enid on Sunday
Local time
1:31 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Enid, OK to Calera, OK
Drive Time
4h 35m
Distance
235.5 mi
379 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$36
one way
Photo: Jan van der Wolf
Trip Overview
The drive from Enid, OK to Calera, OK covers 235.5 miles and takes about 4h 35m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on World War I Veterans Memorial Highway, US 70, John Deere Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 73 miles on World War I Veterans Memorial Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $35.77 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
117.8 miles from Enid, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 22m into the drive .
Drive Character
The drive from Enid, OK to Calera, OK covers 235.5 miles and takes about 4h 35m, 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 48 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?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 16.5 miles in.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 235.5 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 16.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 70.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 71.3 miles (West Memorial Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 23 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
16.5 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Take the exit toward OK 15, OK 74
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward OK 15, OK 74
7
70.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 27m in
Take the exit toward Kilpatrick Turnpike, Memorial Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Kilpatrick Turnpike, Memorial Road
7
71.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 28m in
|
West Memorial Road
Turn left onto West Memorial Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
183.1 mi into trip
|
~3h 28m 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
7
232.4 mi into trip
|
~4h 30m in
Take the exit toward US 69 South, US 75 South: Denison
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 69 South, US 75 South: Denison
Towns Along This Route
Between Enid, OK and Calera, OK, road signs point toward Kilpatrick Turnpike and Ardmore.
Kilpatrick Turnpike
70.8 mi in
|
~1h 27m
Ardmore
183.1 mi in
|
~3h 28m
|
via US 70
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| World War I Veterans Memorial Highway | 73 mi | 1h 15m |
| US 70 | 40.2 mi | 49m |
| John Deere Road | 24.2 mi | 30m |
| OK 74 | 19.3 mi | 23m |
| Director Steven Stokes Memorial Highway | 11 mi | 11m |
| Trooper Chris Van Krevelen Memorial Highway | 9.8 mi | 10m |
| North Portland Avenue | 9.2 mi | 10m |
| North 1st Street | 7.2 mi | 10m |
Longest stretch:
World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
— 73 mi, about 1h 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Enid, OK and Calera, OK.
1
Start on South Grand Avenue
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
South Grand Avenue
2
Turn left onto US 412; CR E0430
6.4 mi
·
9 min
·
East Owen K. Garriott Road
Use the straight lane.
3
Continue on US 64; US 412; CR E0425
9.8 mi
·
10 min
·
Trooper Chris Van Krevelen Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
4
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward OK 15, OK 74
Use the slight right lane.
5
Turn right onto OK 74; OK 15
6.4 mi
·
7 min
·
OK 74; OK 15
6
Keep slight right at fork onto OK 74
13 mi
·
15 min
·
OK 74
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on OK 74
9.0 mi
·
10 min
·
North Portland Avenue
Use the straight / left lanes.
8
Continue on OK 74
24 mi
·
30 min
·
John Deere Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Continue on OK 74
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Lake Hefner Parkway
Use the straight lane.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward Kilpatrick Turnpike, Memorial Road
Use the slight right lane.
11
Turn straight onto North Portland Avenue
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
North Portland Avenue
Use the straight lane.
12
Turn left onto West Memorial Road
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
West Memorial Road
Use the left lane.
13
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward I 344 East
Use the slight left lane.
14
Merge onto I 344
4.0 mi
·
4 min
·
John Kilpatrick Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
Toward US 77 South: Oklahoma City
Use the slight right lane.
16
Merge onto US 77
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Broadway Extension
Use the straight lane.
17
Continue on I 235; US 77
5.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Centennial Expressway
Use the straight lane.
18
Merge onto I 35; US 62; US 77
5.2 mi
·
6 min
·
World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
19
Continue on I 35; US 77
6.8 mi
·
7 min
·
Helen Cole Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
20
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.
21
Continue on I 35
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Merge onto OK 9; I 35
0.8 mi
·
52 sec
·
McCall Bridge
23
Continue on OK 9; I 35
32 mi
·
33 min
·
World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
24
Continue on I 35
11 mi
·
11 min
·
Director Steven Stokes Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Continue on I 35
34 mi
·
34 min
·
World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Take the exit onto US 70
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
US 70
Exit 29
Toward US 70 East: Madill, Ardmore
Use the slight right lane.
27
Turn left onto US 70
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
US 70
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
28
Continue on US 70
15 mi
·
16 min
·
US 70
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
29
Continue on US 70
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
US 70
Use the straight / left lanes.
30
Take the exit onto US 70
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
US 70
Use the right lane.
31
Merge onto US 70; OK 199
7.2 mi
·
10 min
·
North 1st Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
32
Continue on US 70
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
US 70
Use the straight / left lanes.
33
Continue on US 70
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
US 70
Use the straight / left lanes.
34
Continue on US 70
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
US 70
Use the straight / right lanes.
35
Continue on US 70
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
US 70
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
36
Continue on US 70
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
US 70
Use the straight / left lanes.
37
Continue on US 70
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
US 70
Use the straight / left lanes.
38
Continue on US 70
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
US 70
Use the straight / right lanes.
39
Continue on US 70
11 mi
·
13 min
·
US 70
Use the straight / left lanes.
40
Continue on US 70
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
US 70
Use the straight / right lanes.
41
Turn right onto US 70
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Durant Bypass
42
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 69 South, US 75 South: Denison
Use the slight right lane.
43
Merge onto US 69; US 75
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
US 69; US 75
Use the straight lane.
44
Take the exit
303 ft
·
7 sec
Exit 10
Toward Main Street
Use the slight right lane.
45
Turn straight onto North Service Road
221 ft
·
8 sec
·
North Service Road
46
Turn right onto West McCurtain Road
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
West McCurtain Road
47
Turn left onto North McKinley Avenue
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
North McKinley Avenue
48
Arrive at destination
North McKinley Avenue
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 117.8 miles from Enid, OK, or about 2h 22m 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 80 miles or 1h 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 117.8 miles or 2h 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 40m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Calera, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Enid, OK so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 235.5 miles and 4h 35m.
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.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
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 117.8 mi from Enid, OK · 2h 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
118 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 117.8 miles from Enid, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before World War I Veterans Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 73 miles.
Arriving in Calera, OK
The final approach into Calera, 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 Calera, 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
$35.77 one way
$71.54 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
82 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $39.43 | $78.86 |
| premium | $4.80 | $44.46 | $88.92 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $52.32 | $104.64 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.20
Kilpatrick Turnpike
(4 mi)
$0.20
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$36
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 82.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 70.6 | 0 | $24.73 | $11.30 |
| Efficient EV | 58.9 | 0 | $20.61 | $9.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 94.2 | 1 | $32.97 | $15.07 |
Gas CO2
82 kg
EV CO2
28 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Calera, OK
Afternoon in Calera on Sunday
Local time
1:31 PM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
56°F
Sanger, TX
118 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
13 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
4h 35m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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 Calera, OK covers 235.5 miles and takes about 4h 35m 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, John Deere Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 117.8 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 $35.77 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 235.5 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 16.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 70.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 71.3 miles (West Memorial Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Between Enid, OK and Calera, OK, road signs point toward Kilpatrick Turnpike and Ardmore.
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