Origin
Enid, OK
Late night in Enid on Friday
Local time
1:49 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
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Trip from Enid, OK to Mounds, OK
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
2h 22m
Distance
127.5 mi
205 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 13m
★
6 AM
2h 23m
8 AM
2h 42m
10 AM
2h 30m
12 PM
2h 28m
3 PM
2h 31m
5 PM
2h 41m
8 PM
2h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Enid, OK
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Mounds, OK
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Trip Overview
The drive from Enid, OK to Mounds, OK covers 127.5 miles and takes about 2h 22m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Cimarron Turnpike, Trooper Chris Van Krevelen Memorial Highway, Keystone Expressway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 59 miles on Cimarron Turnpike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $19.93 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.
Midpoint
63.7 miles from Enid, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 8m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 22m. Total distance: 127.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (65%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 22m highway drive covering 127.5 miles, with most of the trip on Cimarron Turnpike and Trooper Chris Van Krevelen Memorial Highway. The longest continuous stretch is about 59 miles on Cimarron Turnpike.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Cimarron Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 59 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Cimarron Turnpike and Trooper Chris Van Krevelen Memorial Highway. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 45.8 miles in.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 127.5 miles you will encounter 9 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 45.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 45.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 107.7 miles (Wekiwa Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
45.8 mi into trip
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~51m in
Take the exit toward US 177: Stillwater, Ponca City
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 15
Toward US 177: Stillwater, Ponca City
8
45.9 mi into trip
|
~51m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Exit 15
6
107.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 52m in
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Wekiwa Road
Turn left onto Wekiwa Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / right lanes.
6
107.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 52m in
|
OK 51; OK 97 / South Wilson Avenue
Turn right onto OK 51; OK 97 / South Wilson Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
127.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 22m in
|
13th Street
Turn right onto 13th Street
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 Enid, OK to Mounds, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Ponca City along the way.
Ponca City
45.8 mi in
|
~51m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Cimarron Turnpike | 59 mi | 56m |
| Trooper Chris Van Krevelen Memorial Highway | 24.1 mi | 25m |
| Keystone Expressway | 8.6 mi | 9m |
| US 75 Alternate | 8.2 mi | 11m |
| Sand Springs Expressway | 7.6 mi | 8m |
| Marques Haynes Highway | 6.9 mi | 9m |
| East Owen K. Garriott Road | 6.4 mi | 9m |
| North 9th Street | 3.6 mi | 7m |
Longest stretch:
Cimarron Turnpike
— 59 mi, about 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Enid, OK and Mounds, 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
24 mi
·
25 min
·
Trooper Chris Van Krevelen Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
4
Continue on US 412
15 mi
·
14 min
·
Cimarron Turnpike
Toward US 412 East: Tulsa
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
7 sec
Exit 15
Toward US 177: Stillwater, Ponca City
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
Exit 15
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Merge onto US 412
44 mi
·
41 min
·
Cimarron Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on US 412
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Keystone Expressway
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on US 64; US 412
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Jerald Warden Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on US 64; US 412
3.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Keystone Expressway
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on US 64; US 412
7.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Sand Springs Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Turn left onto Wekiwa Road
359 ft
·
13 sec
·
Wekiwa Road
Use the left / right lanes.
14
Turn right onto OK 51; OK 97
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Wilson Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Continue on OK 51; OK 97
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
·
Oklahoma Highway Patrol Lieutenant Pat Grimes Memorial Bridge
16
Continue on OK 51; OK 97
6.9 mi
·
9 min
·
Marques Haynes Highway
Use the straight lane.
17
Turn straight onto OK 97
296 ft
·
4 sec
·
North Park Street
18
Continue on OK 97
3.6 mi
·
7 min
·
North 9th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Continue on US 75 Alternate
5.3 mi
·
7 min
·
US 75 Alternate
Use the straight / right lanes.
20
Continue on US 75 Alternate
0.4 mi
·
26 sec
·
US 75 Alternate
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
21
Continue on US 75 Alternate
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
US 75 Alternate
Use the straight / right lanes.
22
Turn right onto 13th Street
116 ft
·
2 sec
·
13th Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
23
Arrive at destination
13th Street
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 63.7 miles from Enid, OK, or about 1h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 59 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 28 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 63.7 miles or 1h 8m 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 48m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Mounds, 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 127.5 miles and 2h 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from Enid, OK.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Cimarron Turnpike for about 59 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 63.7 mi from Enid, OK · 1h 8m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
64 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 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 63.7 miles from Enid, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Mounds, OK
The final approach into Mounds, 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 Mounds, 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
$19.93 one way
$39.87 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
45 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $21.89 | $43.77 |
| premium | $4.89 | $24.54 | $49.07 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $28.15 | $56.30 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.94
Cimarron Turnpike
(59 mi)
$2.94
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
$20
Tolls
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 44.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 38.3 | 0 | $13.39 | $6.12 |
| Efficient EV | 31.9 | 0 | $11.16 | $5.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 51 | 0 | $17.85 | $8.16 |
Gas CO2
45 kg
EV CO2
15 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
Mounds, OK
Late night in Mounds on Friday
Local time
1:49 AM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
76°F
Cleveland, OK
64 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
18 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
2h 22m 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 Mounds, OK covers 127.5 miles and takes about 2h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Cimarron Turnpike, Trooper Chris Van Krevelen Memorial Highway, Keystone Expressway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 63.7 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 $19.93 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 127.5 miles you will encounter 9 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 45.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 45.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 107.7 miles (Wekiwa Road): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Enid, OK to Mounds, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Ponca City along the way.
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