Trip from Frederick, OK to Edmond, OK

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

Downtown Edmond, OK, OK

Photo: cottonbro CG studio

Trip Overview

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 .

Drive Character

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.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Harry E. Bailey Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 61.2 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

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.

Route Complexity 8/10

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.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 13 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

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43.6 mi into trip | ~55m in | US 62

Keep slight right at fork onto US 62 toward Rogers Lane

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward Rogers Lane
8
134.1 mi into trip | ~2h 31m in | I 44 / Will Rogers Expressway

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

Use the right lane. Toward I 44 East, OK 66 East: Tulsa
8
137.8 mi into trip | ~2h 36m in

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 127A-B Toward I 235, US 77: Oklahoma City, Edmomd
8
138.1 mi into trip | ~2h 37m in

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward US 77 North: Edmond, Northwest 63rd Stre...
7
138.5 mi into trip | ~2h 38m in

Keep slight left at fork toward US 77 North: Edmond

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Toward US 77 North: Edmond

Towns Along This Route

Between Frederick, OK and Edmond, OK, road signs point toward Oklahoma City and Edmomd.

Oklahoma City

57.1 mi in | ~1h 11m | via I 44

Edmomd

137.8 mi in | ~2h 36m

Main Roads

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
Longest stretch: Harry E. Bailey Turnpike — 61.2 mi, about 1h 2m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Frederick, OK and Edmond, OK.

1

Start on OK 5

423 ft · 21 sec · West Gladstone Avenue
2

Turn left onto US 183

17 mi · 25 min · North Main Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
3

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 39 sec
Use the straight / right lanes.
4

Merge onto US 62

26 mi · 28 min · US 62
Use the straight / right lanes.
5

Keep slight right at fork onto US 62

7.2 mi · 8 min · US 62
Toward Rogers Lane Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Take the exit onto US 62

0.3 mi · 32 sec · US 62
7

Merge onto I 44; US 62; US 277; US 281

1.4 mi · 1 min · Bill W. Burgess, Junior Highway
Toward I 44 East, US 62 East, US 277 North, US 281 North: Oklahoma City
8

Continue on I 44; US 62; US 277; US 281

4.6 mi · 4 min · Pioneer Expressway
Use the straight lane.
9

Continue on I 44

61 mi · 1 hr 2 min · Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
Toward I 44 East: Chickasha, Oklahoma City Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Continue on I 44; US 62

16 mi · 18 min · Will Rogers Expressway
Use the straight / sharp right lanes.
11

Keep slight right at fork onto I 44

3.7 mi · 4 min · Will Rogers Expressway
Toward I 44 East, OK 66 East: Tulsa Use the right lane.
12

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 42 sec
Exit 127A-B Toward I 235, US 77: Oklahoma City, Edmomd Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 41 sec
Toward US 77 North: Edmond, Northwest 63rd Street Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 59 sec
Toward US 77 North: Edmond Use the slight left lane.
15

Merge onto US 77

5.9 mi · 7 min · Broadway Extension
Use the straight lane.
16

Continue on US Historic 66; US 77

2.6 mi · 5 min · South Broadway
Use the straight / right lanes.
17

Turn right onto US Historic 66; US 77

0.2 mi · 35 sec · East 2nd Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
18

Arrive at destination

US Historic 66; US 77

Trip Plan

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.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 73.8 miles from Frederick, OK, or about 1h 28m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 61.2 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 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.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Frederick, 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 Frederick, OK

This is one driving day of about 147.7 miles and 2h 52m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Frederick, OK.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Harry E. Bailey Turnpike for about 61.2 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Wichita Falls, TX, TX

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Wichita Falls, TX

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.

Pacing Suggestions

Wichita Falls, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Wichita Falls, TX

Meal break

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 check

Top up before Harry E. Bailey Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 61.2 miles.

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

$22.43 one way

$44.87 round trip

$3.86/gal 25.4 MPG avg 52 kg CO2
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

Harry E. Bailey Turnpike (61.2 mi) $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.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast data refreshed 2 days ago

Origin

Frederick, OK

Afternoon in Frederick on Sunday

Local time

1:35 PM

CDT

Current temp

54°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Edmond, OK

Afternoon in Edmond on Sunday

Local time

1:35 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

2h 52m 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 Frederick, OK to Edmond, OK covers 147.7 miles and takes about 2h 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Harry E. Bailey Turnpike, US 62, Will Rogers 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 73.8 miles from Frederick, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.43 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
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.
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.
Between Frederick, OK and Edmond, OK, road signs point toward Oklahoma City and Edmomd.

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