Origin
Guthrie, OK
Afternoon in Guthrie on Sunday
Local time
4:09 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Guthrie, OK to Midwest City, OK
Drive Time
43m
Distance
33.6 mi
54 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 40m
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6 AM
0h 44m
8 AM
0h 51m
10 AM
0h 46m
12 PM
0h 45m
3 PM
0h 47m
5 PM
0h 51m
8 PM
0h 41m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Guthrie, OK
Diana ✨
Midwest City, OK
John Hill
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion through the Great Plains of Oklahoma, the 33.6-mile trek from Guthrie to Midwest City is an efficient option. Expect to spend about 43 minutes behind the wheel, making this a straightforward day trip that requires no overnight stay. You will navigate primarily via the World War II Veterans Memorial Highway, the Shannon Miller Parkway, and North Division Street. With an estimated fuel cost of just $5, it is a budget-friendly route for those needing to connect these two points. Because the entire journey remains within the same region, you will experience a consistent landscape rather than a drastic shift in terrain.
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
16.8 miles from Guthrie, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 21m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention rather than a monotonous cruise. Only 14% of this 33.6-mile journey is classified as highway, meaning you will spend the majority of your time on local roads. You can anticipate your longest stretch of uninterrupted driving to be 15.6 miles while navigating the World War II Veterans Memorial Highway. The route transitions between highway segments and more technical local streets, creating a varied driving experience. Keep your eyes on the road as you move through these connecting corridors, as the frequent turns keep the pace engaging.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 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 15.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4 miles in near US 77.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 33.6 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 4 miles (US 77): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.9 miles (I 35 / World War II Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 28.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
4 mi into trip
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~7m in
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US 77
Keep slight right at fork onto US 77
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
7
23.9 mi into trip
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~29m in
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I 35 / World War II Veterans Memorial Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 35 / World War II Veterans Memorial Highway toward I 35 South: Dallas
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 35 South: Dallas
7
28.7 mi into trip
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~35m in
Take the exit toward I 40 East, US 270 East: Fort Smith
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 40 East, US 270 East: Fort Smith
6
28.9 mi into trip
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~35m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 40 East, US 270 East: Fort Smith, Reno Avenue East, Scott Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 40 East, US 270 East: Fort Smith, Reno...
8
31.4 mi into trip
|
~39m in
Take the exit toward Del City, Midwest City
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 155B
Toward Del City, Midwest City
Towns Along This Route
Between Guthrie, OK and Midwest City, OK, road signs point toward Reno Avenue East and Del City.
Reno Avenue East
28.9 mi in
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~35m
Del City
31.4 mi in
|
~39m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| World War II Veterans Memorial Highway | 15.6 mi | 16m |
| Shannon Miller Parkway | 4.1 mi | 4m |
| North Division Street | 4 mi | 7m |
| Honorable Hannah Diggs Atkins, Secretary of State, Memorial Highway | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| Southeast 15th Street | 2 mi | 3m |
| Tinker Diagonal | 2 mi | 2m |
| Representative Opio Toure Memorial Highway | 1.5 mi | 1m |
| US 77 | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
World War II Veterans Memorial Highway
— 15.6 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Guthrie, OK and Midwest City, OK.
1
Start on US 77
4.0 mi
·
7 min
·
North Division Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
Keep slight right at fork onto US 77
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US 77
Use the slight right lane.
3
Merge onto I 35; US 77
10 mi
·
10 min
·
World War II Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Continue on I 35; US 77
4.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Shannon Miller Parkway
Use the straight lane.
5
Continue on I 35; OK 66
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
World War II Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 35
0.4 mi
·
26 sec
·
World War II Veterans Memorial Highway
Toward I 35 South: Dallas
Use the slight left lane.
7
Continue on I 35
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Honorable Hannah Diggs Atkins, Secretary of State, Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on I 35
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Representative Opio Toure Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 40 East, US 270 East: Fort Smith
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 40 East, US 270 East: Fort Smith, Reno Avenue East, Scott Street
11
Merge onto I 40; US 270
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Tinker Diagonal
Use the straight lane.
12
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
Exit 155B
Toward Del City, Midwest City
Use the slight right lane.
13
Turn slight left onto Southeast 15th Street
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
·
Southeast 15th Street
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on Southeast 15th Street
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Southeast 15th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Turn right onto Felix Place
115 ft
·
7 sec
·
Felix Place
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Turn right
34 ft
·
4 sec
17
Turn right
34 ft
·
2 sec
18
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, 43-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You will not need to plan for any scheduled stops along the way, allowing you to drive straight through in one go. Keep your fuel gauge in mind, though $5 should cover your needs for this distance. Given the turn-heavy nature of the route, stay alert when transitioning from the World War II Veterans Memorial Highway onto local streets. The primary advantage here is the lack of required stops, so keep your vehicle fueled before you head out to ensure a smooth, uninterrupted arrival in Midwest City.
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 16.8 miles from Guthrie, OK, or about 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 15.6 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 33.6 miles or 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 16.8 miles or 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 34m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Midwest City, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Guthrie, 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 Guthrie, OK
This is one driving day of about 33.6 miles and 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Guthrie, 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 15.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 16.8 mi from Guthrie, OK · 21m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 33.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.8 miles from Guthrie, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Midwest City, OK
The final approach into Midwest 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 Midwest 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
$5.10 one way
$10.21 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $5.63 | $11.25 |
| premium | $4.80 | $6.34 | $12.69 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $7.46 | $14.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.1 | 0 | $3.53 | $1.61 |
| Efficient EV | 8.4 | 0 | $2.94 | $1.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.4 | 0 | $4.70 | $2.15 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Midwest City, OK
Afternoon in Midwest City on Sunday
Local time
4:09 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
5 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
43m 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 Guthrie, OK to Midwest City, OK covers 33.6 miles and takes about 43m 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, Shannon Miller Parkway, North Division Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 16.8 miles from Guthrie, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.10 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 is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 33.6 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 4 miles (US 77): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.9 miles (I 35 / World War II Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 28.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Guthrie, OK and Midwest City, OK, road signs point toward Reno Avenue East and Del City.
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