Origin
Goodwell, OK
Morning in Goodwell on Monday
Local time
11:07 AM
CDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Goodwell, OK to Oklahoma City, OK
Drive Time
5h 21m
Distance
273.6 mi
440 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$42
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 9m
★
6 AM
5h 22m
8 AM
5h 49m
10 AM
5h 31m
12 PM
5h 29m
3 PM
5h 33m
5 PM
5h 47m
8 PM
5h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Oklahoma City, OK
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Trip Overview
The drive from Goodwell, OK to Oklahoma City, OK covers 273.6 miles and takes about 5h 21m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Governor George Nigh's Northwest Passage, OK 3, Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 88.8 miles on Governor George Nigh's Northwest Passage. At current regular gas prices, budget about $41.56 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
136.8 miles from Goodwell, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 46m into the drive .
Drive Character
The drive from Goodwell, OK to Oklahoma City, OK covers 273.6 miles and takes about 5h 21m, 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 43 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Governor George Nigh's Northwest Passage is the longest continuous segment at about 88.8 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 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in near US 54 / 3rd Street.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 273.6 miles you will encounter 12 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 0.8 miles (US 54 / 3rd Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.9 miles (US 412; OK 3; OK 136 / South East Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 134.4 miles (US 183; US 270; OK 3; OK 34 / 9th Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.8 mi into trip
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~1m in
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US 54 / 3rd Street
Turn left onto US 54 / 3rd Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
10.9 mi into trip
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~14m in
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US 412; OK 3; OK 136 / South East Street
Turn right onto US 412; OK 3; OK 136 / South East Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
134.4 mi into trip
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~2h 42m in
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US 183; US 270; OK 3; OK 34 / 9th Street
Turn right onto US 183; US 270; OK 3; OK 34 / 9th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
180.9 mi into trip
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~3h 36m in
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OK 3; US 270; US 281
Keep slight right at fork onto OK 3; US 270; US 281
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
231.4 mi into trip
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~4h 34m in
Take the exit toward I 40 East: Oklahoma City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Toward I 40 East: Oklahoma City
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Governor George Nigh's Northwest Passage | 88.8 mi | 1h 43m |
| OK 3 | 53.2 mi | 1h |
| Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway | 38.5 mi | 40m |
| OK 8 | 19 mi | 20m |
| US 183 | 14 mi | 16m |
| Road AA | 12.3 mi | 14m |
| Road W | 10.1 mi | 11m |
| Jack Vernon Begley Memorial Highway | 9.4 mi | 11m |
Longest stretch:
Governor George Nigh's Northwest Passage
— 88.8 mi, about 1h 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Goodwell, OK and Oklahoma City, OK.
1
Start on Eagle Boulevard
0.5 mi
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1 min
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Eagle Boulevard
2
Continue on Park Boulevard
0.3 mi
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46 sec
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Park Boulevard
3
Turn left onto US 54
0.3 mi
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32 sec
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3rd Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Continue on US 54
9.4 mi
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11 min
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Jack Vernon Begley Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
5
Continue on US 54; US 412; OK 3; OK 136
0.4 mi
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55 sec
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Southeast 2nd Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
6
Turn right onto US 412; OK 3; OK 136
1.0 mi
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1 min
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South East Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Continue on US 412; OK 3
10 mi
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11 min
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Road W
8
Continue on US 412; OK 3
6.3 mi
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7 min
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Governor George Nigh's Northwest Passage
9
Continue on US 412; OK 3
0.4 mi
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1 min
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Peery Street
10
Continue on US 412; OK 3
0.7 mi
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1 min
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Governor George Nigh's Northwest Passage
11
Continue on US 412; OK 3
12 mi
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14 min
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Road AA
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Continue on US 412; OK 3
82 mi
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1 hr 35 min
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Governor George Nigh's Northwest Passage
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
13
Continue on US 183; US 270; US 412; OK 3
0.3 mi
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21 sec
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US 183; US 270; US 412; OK 3
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Continue on US 183; US 270; US 412; OK 3
3.4 mi
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3 min
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US 183; US 270; US 412; OK 3
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Continue on US 183; US 270; US 412; OK 3
1.5 mi
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1 min
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US 183; US 270; US 412; OK 3
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Continue on US 183; US 270; US 412; OK 3
3.7 mi
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4 min
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US 183; US 270; US 412; OK 3
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
17
Turn left onto US 183; US 270; US 412; OK 3
2.1 mi
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4 min
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Oklahoma Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
18
Turn right onto US 183; US 270; OK 3; OK 34
0.5 mi
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1 min
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9th Street
Use the right lane.
19
Continue on US 183; US 270; OK 3; OK 34
2.0 mi
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3 min
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Williams Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
20
Continue on US 183; US 270; OK 3; OK 34
5.0 mi
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5 min
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US 183; US 270; OK 3; OK 34
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
21
Continue on OK 3; US 183; US 270
24 mi
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26 min
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OK 3; US 183; US 270
Use the straight / right lanes.
22
Continue on OK 3; US 270
2.0 mi
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2 min
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OK 3; US 270
Use the straight lane.
23
Continue on OK 3; US 60; US 270; US 281
0.7 mi
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49 sec
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North Main Street
Use the straight lane.
24
Continue on OK 3; OK 51; US 270; US 281
8.4 mi
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9 min
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42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway
Use the straight / left lanes.
25
Continue on OK 3; US 270; US 281
4.1 mi
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4 min
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OK 3; US 270; US 281
Use the straight / right lanes.
26
Keep slight right at fork onto OK 3; US 270; US 281
14 mi
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15 min
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OK 3; US 270; US 281
Use the straight / right lanes.
27
Continue on US 270; US 281; OK 3
1.9 mi
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2 min
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US 270; US 281; OK 3
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
28
Continue on OK 3; OK 33; US 270; US 281
9.6 mi
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11 min
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OK 3; OK 33; US 270; US 281
Use the straight lane.
29
Turn right onto US 270; US 281; OK 8
2.0 mi
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2 min
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South Clarence Nash Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
30
Continue on OK 8; US 270; US 281
0.5 mi
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31 sec
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OK 8; US 270; US 281
31
Continue on OK 8; US 270; US 281
0.4 mi
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27 sec
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OK 8; US 270; US 281
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
32
Continue on OK 8; US 270; US 281
15 mi
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16 min
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OK 8; US 270; US 281
Use the straight / right lanes.
33
Continue on OK 8; US 281
2.6 mi
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2 min
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OK 8; US 281
34
Continue on US 281 Spur
4.1 mi
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4 min
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US 281 Spur
Use the straight lane.
35
Continue on US 281 Spur
0.2 mi
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34 sec
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US 281 Spur
Use the straight lane.
36
Take the exit
0.3 mi
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40 sec
Toward I 40 East: Oklahoma City
Use the straight / left lanes.
37
Merge onto I 40
38 mi
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40 min
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Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
38
Continue on I 40; US 270
0.8 mi
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59 sec
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Crosstown Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
39
Turn slight right onto Oklahoma City Boulevard
1.5 mi
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2 min
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Oklahoma City Boulevard
Exit 148B
Toward Oklahoma City Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
40
Turn left onto South Klein Avenue
386 ft
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15 sec
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South Klein Avenue
Use the left lane.
41
Turn right onto West Sheridan Avenue
0.9 mi
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2 min
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West Sheridan Avenue
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
42
Turn left onto North Robinson Avenue
445 ft
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20 sec
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North Robinson Avenue
Use the straight / left lanes.
43
Arrive at destination
North Robinson Avenue
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 136.8 miles from Goodwell, OK, or about 2h 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 88.8 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 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 136.8 miles or 2h 46m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Oklahoma City, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Goodwell, 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 Goodwell, OK
This is one driving day of about 273.6 miles and 5h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Goodwell, 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 Governor George Nigh's Northwest Passage for about 88.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 136.8 mi from Goodwell, OK · 2h 46m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
137 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 136.8 miles from Goodwell, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Governor George Nigh's Northwest Passage if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 88.8 miles.
Arriving in Oklahoma City, OK
The final approach into Oklahoma City, 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 Oklahoma City, 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
$41.56 one way
$83.11 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
96 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $45.81 | $91.62 |
| premium | $4.80 | $51.65 | $103.30 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $60.78 | $121.57 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$42
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$67–$92
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 95.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 82.1 | 1 | $28.73 | $13.13 |
| Efficient EV | 68.4 | 0 | $23.94 | $10.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 109.4 | 1 | $38.30 | $17.51 |
Gas CO2
96 kg
EV CO2
32 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Oklahoma City, OK
Morning in Oklahoma City on Monday
Local time
11:07 AM
CDT
Current temp
53°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
9 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
5h 21m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Goodwell, OK to Oklahoma City, OK covers 273.6 miles and takes about 5h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Governor George Nigh's Northwest Passage, OK 3, Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 136.8 miles from Goodwell, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $41.56 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 273.6 miles you will encounter 12 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 0.8 miles (US 54 / 3rd Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.9 miles (US 412; OK 3; OK 136 / South East Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 134.4 miles (US 183; US 270; OK 3; OK 34 / 9th Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Goodwell, OK to Oklahoma City, OK does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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