Origin
Enid, OK
Afternoon in Enid on Friday
Local time
12:11 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Enid, OK to Thomas, OK
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 53m
Distance
87.4 mi
141 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 45m
★
6 AM
1h 53m
8 AM
2h 10m
10 AM
1h 59m
12 PM
1h 57m
3 PM
2h 0m
5 PM
2h 9m
8 PM
1h 48m
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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Thomas, OK
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Trip Overview
The drive from Enid, OK to Thomas, OK covers 87.4 miles and takes about 1h 53m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on 42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway, South Van Buren Street, Jack Choate Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 20.7 miles on 42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $13.66 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
43.7 miles from Enid, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 56m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 53m. Total distance: 87.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (14%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 53m drive with frequent turns across 87.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 20.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West Maine Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Enid, OK to Thomas, OK is easy. At 1h 53m with 14% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
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 1 miles (US 81 / South Van Buren Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 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.
4
1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
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US 81 / South Van Buren Street
Turn left onto US 81 / South Van Buren Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
20.1 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
OK 51 / Jack Choate Avenue
Turn right onto OK 51 / Jack Choate Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
87.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 52m in
|
North Main Street
Turn right onto North Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway | 20.7 mi | 24m |
| South Van Buren Street | 19.1 mi | 25m |
| Jack Choate Highway | 16.1 mi | 18m |
| Broadway | 14.8 mi | 17m |
| OK 33 | 12.1 mi | 18m |
| East Oklahoma Avenue | 2 mi | 3m |
| Jack Choate Avenue | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| West Owen K. Garriott Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway
— 20.7 mi, about 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Enid, OK and Thomas, OK.
1
Start on South Grand Avenue
48 ft
·
5 sec
·
South Grand Avenue
2
Turn right onto West Maine Street
451 ft
·
19 sec
·
West Maine Street
3
Turn left onto South Independence Avenue
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
South Independence Avenue
4
Turn right onto US 412; CR E0430
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Owen K. Garriott Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Turn left onto US 81
19 mi
·
25 min
·
South Van Buren Street
Use the left lane.
6
Turn right onto OK 51
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Jack Choate Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Continue on OK 51
16 mi
·
18 min
·
Jack Choate Highway
8
Continue on OK 51
4.8 mi
·
5 min
·
42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway
9
Continue on OK 51
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
East Oklahoma Avenue
10
Continue on OK 51
16 mi
·
19 min
·
42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway
11
Continue on OK 51; OK 58
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
East Main Street
12
Turn left onto OK 58
15 mi
·
17 min
·
Broadway
13
Continue on OK 33
12 mi
·
18 min
·
OK 33
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
14
Turn right onto North Main Street
99 ft
·
4 sec
·
North Main Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
15
Arrive at destination
North Main 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 43.7 miles from Enid, OK, or about 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 20.7 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 19 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 43.7 miles or 56m 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 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Thomas, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Enid, OK
This is one driving day of about 87.4 miles and 1h 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Enid, OK.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on 42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway for about 20.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 43.7 mi from Enid, OK · 56m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
44 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 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 43.7 miles from Enid, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Thomas, OK
The final approach into Thomas, OK usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.66 one way
$27.33 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
31 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $15.00 | $30.01 |
| premium | $4.89 | $16.82 | $33.64 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.30 | $38.59 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 30.6 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 | 26.2 | 0 | $9.18 | $4.20 |
| Efficient EV | 21.9 | 0 | $7.65 | $3.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 35 | 0 | $12.24 | $5.59 |
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.
Destination
Thomas, OK
Afternoon in Thomas on Friday
Local time
12:11 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°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
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
1h 53m 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 Thomas, OK covers 87.4 miles and takes about 1h 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway, South Van Buren Street, Jack Choate Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 43.7 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 $13.66 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.
The drive from Enid, OK to Thomas, OK is easy. At 1h 53m with 14% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
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 1 miles (US 81 / South Van Buren Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Enid, OK to Thomas, OK does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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