Origin
Frederick, OK
Afternoon in Frederick on Sunday
Local time
1:35 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Drive Time
2h 52m
Distance
147.7 mi
238 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
Photo: cottonbro CG studio
Traveling from Frederick to Edmond covers 147.7 miles across the Oklahoma Great Plains, a journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 52 minutes. Because the drive is relatively short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $22 for fuel, making this an economical excursion for your travel plans. Navigating primarily via the Harry E. Bailey Turnpike, US 62, and the Will Rogers Expressway, you will find the transition between these two Great Plains cities straightforward. This route functions well as a direct transit, offering a practical way to cross the state without unnecessary complications.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
73.8 miles from Frederick, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 28m into the drive .
This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 80% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You will experience a mix of high-speed transit and standard highway travel as you navigate the turnpikes and expressways. The longest uninterrupted stretch occurs early on, covering 61.2 miles on the Harry E. Bailey Turnpike, which allows for consistent cruising. As you move from the southwestern part of the state toward the Edmond area, the road maintains a steady, efficient pace. Expect a reliable driving experience that prioritizes speed and directness over winding scenic detours.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Harry E. Bailey Turnpike and US 62. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 43.6 miles in near US 62.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 147.7 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 43.6 miles (US 62): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 134.1 miles (I 44 / Will Rogers Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 137.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Keep slight right at fork onto US 62 toward Rogers Lane
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork onto I 44 / Will Rogers Expressway toward I 44 East, OK 66 East: Tulsa
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward I 235, US 77: Oklahoma City, Edmomd
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward US 77 North: Edmond, Northwest 63rd Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward US 77 North: Edmond
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Between Frederick, OK and Edmond, OK, road signs point toward Oklahoma City and Edmomd.
Oklahoma City
Edmomd
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Harry E. Bailey Turnpike | 61.2 mi | 1h 2m |
| US 62 | 33.4 mi | 37m |
| Will Rogers Expressway | 19.5 mi | 23m |
| North Main Street | 17.3 mi | 25m |
| Broadway Extension | 5.9 mi | 7m |
| Pioneer Expressway | 4.6 mi | 4m |
| South Broadway | 2.6 mi | 5m |
| Bill W. Burgess, Junior Highway | 1.4 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Frederick, OK and Edmond, OK.
Start on OK 5
Turn left onto US 183
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 62
Keep slight right at fork onto US 62
Take the exit onto US 62
Merge onto I 44; US 62; US 277; US 281
Continue on I 44; US 62; US 277; US 281
Continue on I 44
Continue on I 44; US 62
Keep slight right at fork onto I 44
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto US 77
Continue on US Historic 66; US 77
Turn right onto US Historic 66; US 77
Arrive at destination
Since the total drive time is under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Planning for at least one stop is a smart way to break up the 147.7-mile journey and keep your focus sharp behind the wheel. Given the reliance on the Harry E. Bailey Turnpike, be sure to have your toll payment method ready before you hit the road to ensure a seamless experience. If you prefer to avoid peak traffic, timing your arrival in the Edmond area to miss standard commute hours will make for a smoother end to your trip. Keeping your fuel tank topped off before leaving Frederick will help you stay within your estimated $22 travel budget.
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.
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 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 73.8 miles or 1h 28m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Edmond, OK than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Frederick, 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 Frederick, OK
This is one driving day of about 147.7 miles and 2h 52m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 73.8 mi from Frederick, OK · 1h 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
74 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 73.8 miles from Frederick, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Harry E. Bailey Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 61.2 miles.
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.
Regular Gas
$22.43 one way
$44.87 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $24.73 | $49.46 |
| premium | $4.80 | $27.88 | $55.77 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $32.81 | $65.63 |
Estimated Tolls: $4.28
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
$22
Tolls
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 44.3 | 0 | $15.51 | $7.09 |
| Efficient EV | 36.9 | 0 | $12.92 | $5.91 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 59.1 | 0 | $20.68 | $9.45 |
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
17 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Frederick on Sunday
Local time
1:35 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Destination
Afternoon in Edmond on Sunday
Local time
1:35 PM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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