Origin
Fairfax, OK
Afternoon in Fairfax on Sunday
Local time
1:41 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fairfax, OK to Edmond, OK
Drive Time
1h 55m
Distance
103.3 mi
166 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
Photo: cottonbro CG studio
Trip Overview
Driving from Fairfax to Edmond covers 103.3 miles of Oklahoma landscape, typically taking about 1 hour and 55 minutes to complete. Because this journey fits easily into a single day, you won't need to worry about overnight logistics. You will navigate a mix of thoroughfares, including the World War II Veterans Memorial Highway, North Main Street, and OK 15. With an estimated fuel cost of $16, this trip is quite budget-friendly for a quick excursion. Both the origin and destination sit within the Great Plains, ensuring a consistent regional feel as you travel south. It is a straightforward, manageable route that works perfectly if you are looking for an efficient way to connect these two Oklahoma towns.
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
51.7 miles from Fairfax, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 59m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed-drive experience that transitions between regional highways and local roads. You will spend about 33% of your time on highways, providing a balanced pace throughout the 103.3-mile journey. The longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on the World War II Veterans Memorial Highway, covering 51.8 miles of the total distance. As you move away from Fairfax, the road characteristics shift, requiring you to remain alert as you transition from higher-speed highway segments to the local streets that lead into Edmond. This variety keeps the drive engaging without becoming overly taxing or monotonous.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
World War II Veterans Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 51.8 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 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 16.3 miles in near OK 15.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 103.3 miles you will encounter 10 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 16.3 miles (OK 15): Lane positioning matters here; at 32.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 47.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
16.3 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
OK 15
Turn right onto OK 15
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
32.4 mi into trip
|
~40m in
Take the ramp toward US 412 West: Enid
Navigation decision point
Toward US 412 West: Enid
6
47.3 mi into trip
|
~55m in
Take the exit toward I 35 South, US 64 East: Perry, Oklahoma City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 35 South, US 64 East: Perry, Oklahoma...
8
100.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 48m in
|
US 77
Take the exit onto US 77 toward OK 66 East, US 77 South: Southeast 2nd Street
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 141
Toward OK 66 East, US 77 South: Southeast 2nd S...
6
100.3 mi into trip
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~1h 49m in
|
US 77
Keep slight right at fork onto US 77
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Fairfax, OK to Edmond, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Oklahoma City along the way.
Oklahoma City
47.3 mi in
|
~55m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| World War II Veterans Memorial Highway | 51.8 mi | 52m |
| North Main Street | 16.3 mi | 21m |
| OK 15 | 14.9 mi | 17m |
| Cimarron Turnpike | 14.4 mi | 14m |
| US 77 | 3.2 mi | 6m |
| US 177 | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Shannon Miller Parkway | 0.9 mi | <1m |
| Norma A. Lamb Highway | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
World War II Veterans Memorial Highway
— 51.8 mi, about 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fairfax, OK and Edmond, OK.
1
Start on OK 18
16 mi
·
21 min
·
North Main Street
Use the straight lane.
2
Turn right onto OK 15
15 mi
·
17 min
·
OK 15
Use the right lane.
3
At end of road, turn left onto US 177
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
US 177
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
Toward US 412 West: Enid
5
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
11 sec
·
this road
Exit 15
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Merge onto US 412
14 mi
·
14 min
·
Cimarron Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on US 64; US 412
522 ft
·
6 sec
·
Norma A. Lamb Highway
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward I 35 South, US 64 East: Perry, Oklahoma City
9
Merge onto I 35
52 mi
·
52 min
·
World War II Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on I 35; US 77
0.9 mi
·
57 sec
·
Shannon Miller Parkway
11
Take the exit onto US 77
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
US 77
Exit 141
Toward OK 66 East, US 77 South: Southeast 2nd Street
Use the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto US 77
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
US 77
Use the straight / left lanes.
13
Arrive at destination
US Historic 66; US 77
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule rather than worrying about strict timing. Given the 1 hour and 55 minute duration, you can comfortably make the drive without needing scheduled stops, though taking a break allows you to stretch your legs. Keep your $16 fuel budget in mind as you head out, and consider filling up before you leave Fairfax to avoid any potential price spikes along the way. Your best strategy is to monitor traffic patterns as you approach Edmond, as local road conditions can change once you leave the highway. Because the route is direct, focus on maintaining a steady pace during that long 51.8-mile stretch on the World War II Veterans Memorial Highway to keep your arrival time predictable.
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 51.7 miles from Fairfax, OK, or about 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 51.8 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 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 51.7 miles or 59m 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 Edmond, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Fairfax, 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 Fairfax, OK
This is one driving day of about 103.3 miles and 1h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Fairfax, 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 World War II Veterans Memorial Highway for about 51.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 51.7 mi from Fairfax, OK · 59m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
52 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 51.7 miles from Fairfax, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Edmond, OK
The final approach into Edmond, 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 Edmond, 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
$15.69 one way
$31.38 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
36 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $17.30 | $34.59 |
| premium | $4.80 | $19.50 | $39.00 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $22.95 | $45.90 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.72
Cimarron Turnpike
(14.4 mi)
$0.72
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
$16
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31 | 0 | $10.85 | $4.96 |
| Efficient EV | 25.8 | 0 | $9.04 | $4.13 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 41.3 | 0 | $14.46 | $6.61 |
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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
Edmond, OK
Afternoon in Edmond on Sunday
Local time
1:41 PM
CDT
Current temp
52°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
2 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 55m 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 Fairfax, OK to Edmond, OK covers 103.3 miles and takes about 1h 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are World War II Veterans Memorial Highway, North Main Street, OK 15. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 51.7 miles from Fairfax, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.69 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 103.3 miles you will encounter 10 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 16.3 miles (OK 15): Lane positioning matters here; at 32.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 47.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Fairfax, OK to Edmond, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Oklahoma City along the way.
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