The drive from Enid, OK to Oilton, OK covers 89.4 miles and takes about 1h 37m 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, Veterans Memorial Highway for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is mixed drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 48.3 miles on Cimarron Turnpike.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $13.98 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
44.7 miles from Enid, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 50m into the drive
.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 37m. Total distance: 89.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (54%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
The drive from Enid, OK to Oilton, OK covers 89.4 miles and takes about 1h 37m, 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 15 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 48.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near US 412; CR E0430 / East Owen K. Garriott Road.
Driving Effort6/10
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 89.4 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 0.3 miles (US 412; CR E0430 / East Owen K. Garriott Road): Lane positioning matters here; 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.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.3 mi into trip|~1m in|US 412; CR E0430 / East Owen K. Garriott Road
Turn left onto US 412; CR E0430 / East Owen K. Garriott Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
45.8 mi into trip|~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
79.5 mi into trip|~1h 23m in
Take the exit toward OK 99: Hallett, Jennings
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 48
Toward OK 99: Hallett, Jennings
9
79.7 mi into trip|~1h 23m in
Keep slight right at fork toward OK 99: Hallett, Jennings
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward OK 99: Hallett, Jennings
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Enid, OK and Oilton, OK, road signs point toward Ponca City and Jennings.
Ponca City
45.8 mi in|~51m
Jennings
79.5 mi in|~1h 23m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Cimarron Turnpike
48.3 mi
46m
Trooper Chris Van Krevelen Memorial Highway
24.1 mi
25m
Veterans Memorial Highway
7.4 mi
10m
East Owen K. Garriott Road
6.4 mi
9m
Main Street
1.7 mi
2m
North A Avenue
0.4 mi
<1m
South Grand Avenue
0.3 mi
1m
East 2nd Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Cimarron Turnpike
— 48.3 mi, about 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Enid, OK and Oilton, 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: TulsaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.1 mi·7 sec
Exit 15Toward US 177: Stillwater, Ponca CityUse the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·12 sec
Exit 15Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Merge onto US 412
33 mi·31 min·Cimarron Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi·20 sec
Exit 48Toward OK 99: Hallett, Jennings
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·29 sec
Toward OK 99: Hallett, JenningsUse the straight / right lanes.
10
Turn left onto OK 99
2.2 mi·2 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / left lanes.
11
Continue on OK 99
1.7 mi·2 min·Main Street
12
Continue on OK 99
5.2 mi·7 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on OK 99
0.4 mi·47 sec·North A Avenue
14
Turn left onto East 2nd Street
162 ft·3 sec·East 2nd Street
15
Arrive at destination
East 2nd 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 44.7 miles from Enid, OK, or about 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 48.3 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 20 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44.7 miles or 50m 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 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Oilton, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Enid, OK
This is one driving day of about 89.4 miles and 1h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 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 48.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.98 one way
$27.95 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg31 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$15.35
$30.69
premium
$4.89
$17.20
$34.41
diesel
$5.61
$19.74
$39.48
Estimated Tolls: $2.41
Cimarron Turnpike
(48.3 mi)$2.41
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
$14
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
26.8
0
$9.39
$4.29
Efficient EV
22.4
0
$7.82
$3.58
EV Truck/SUV
35.8
0
$12.52
$5.72
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (68% 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
Enid, OK
Morning
in Enid on Friday
Local time
6:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Oilton, OK
Morning
in Oilton on Friday
Local time
6:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
77°F
Pawnee, OK
45 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
2 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
1h 37m 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 Oilton, OK covers 89.4 miles and takes about 1h 37m 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, Veterans Memorial Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 44.7 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 $13.98 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 89.4 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 0.3 miles (US 412; CR E0430 / East Owen K. Garriott Road): Lane positioning matters here; 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.
Between Enid, OK and Oilton, OK, road signs point toward Ponca City and Jennings.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from
OSRM
over
OpenStreetMap.
Fuel cost uses
EIA
weekly regional averages.
Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our
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