Origin
Harrah, OK
Afternoon in Harrah on Sunday
Local time
1:33 PM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Harrah, OK to Oklahoma City, OK
Drive Time
35m
Distance
22.1 mi
36 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
Photo: An Vuong
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick commute from Harrah to Oklahoma City, this 22.1-mile journey is a straightforward trek across the Great Plains. You can expect to complete the drive in approximately 35 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. With fuel costs estimated at just $3, this is an incredibly budget-friendly route for travelers. Because the distance is so manageable, there is no need to worry about overnight logistics or complex planning. You will navigate primarily via Northeast 23rd Street and the Representative Opio Toure Memorial Highway before transitioning onto the Crosstown Expressway. It is a practical, no-nonsense path that efficiently connects the outskirts of Harrah to the heart of the capital city.
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
11.1 miles from Harrah, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 17m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention as you transition between urban and suburban environments. While the route spans 22.1 miles, only about 6 miles of the trip are spent on highways, meaning you will spend the majority of your time on local roads. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on Northeast 23rd Street, covering 16.8 miles of the journey. The character of the road shifts noticeably as you move away from the smaller town feel of Harrah and merge into the more structured flow of the Crosstown Expressway. It is far from a monotonous interstate grind, so stay alert for changing speed limits and intersection traffic throughout the drive.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Northeast 23rd Street is the longest continuous segment at about 16.8 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 17.1 miles in near US 62 / Northeast Grand Boulevard.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 22.1 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 17.1 miles (US 62 / Northeast Grand Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 20.3 miles (I 40; US 270 / Crosstown Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
17.1 mi into trip
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~27m in
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US 62 / Northeast Grand Boulevard
Turn left onto US 62 / Northeast Grand Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
9
20.3 mi into trip
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~31m in
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I 40; US 270 / Crosstown Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40; US 270 / Crosstown Expressway toward I 235 North, US 77 North, I 40 West, US 270 West: Oklahoma Health Center, State Capitol, Edmond, Amarillo
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Exit 126
Toward I 235 North, US 77 North, I 40 West, US...
7
20.7 mi into trip
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~31m in
Take the exit toward Oklahoma City Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 151A
Toward Oklahoma City Boulevard
7
21.9 mi into trip
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~34m in
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West Sheridan Avenue
Turn left onto West Sheridan Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
22.1 mi into trip
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~34m in
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North Robinson Avenue
Turn right onto North Robinson Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Towns Along This Route
Between Harrah, OK and Oklahoma City, OK, road signs point toward State Capitol, Edmond and Amarillo.
State Capitol
20.3 mi in
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~31m
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via I 40; US 270
Edmond
20.3 mi in
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~31m
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via I 40; US 270
Amarillo
20.3 mi in
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~31m
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via I 40; US 270
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Northeast 23rd Street | 16.8 mi | 26m |
| Representative Opio Toure Memorial Highway | 2.2 mi | 2m |
| Crosstown Expressway | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Oklahoma City Boulevard | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Church Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| South Edward King Gaylord Boulevard | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| West Sheridan Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Northeast Grand Boulevard | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Northeast 23rd Street
— 16.8 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Harrah, OK and Oklahoma City, OK.
1
Start on OK 270
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
Church Avenue
2
Continue on US 62
17 mi
·
26 min
·
Northeast 23rd Street
Use the none lane.
3
Turn left onto US 62
472 ft
·
11 sec
·
Northeast Grand Boulevard
Use the left lane.
4
Take the ramp onto US 62
183 ft
·
5 sec
·
US 62
Toward I 35 South, US 62 West
5
Merge onto I 35; US 62
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Representative Opio Toure Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on I 35; I 40; US 62; US 270
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Crosstown Expressway
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40; US 270
0.4 mi
·
26 sec
·
Crosstown Expressway
Exit 126
Toward I 235 North, US 77 North, I 40 West, US 270 West: Oklahoma Health Center, State Capitol, Edmond, Amarillo
Use the straight lane.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 151A
Toward Oklahoma City Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Turn straight onto Oklahoma City Boulevard
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Oklahoma City Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Turn right onto South Edward King Gaylord Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
South Edward King Gaylord Boulevard
Use the right lane.
11
Turn left onto West Sheridan Avenue
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
West Sheridan Avenue
Use the left lane.
12
Turn right onto North Robinson Avenue
416 ft
·
14 sec
·
North Robinson Avenue
Use the straight lane.
13
Arrive at destination
North Robinson Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this is such a short trip, you have the advantage of total flexibility in your departure time. You will not need to plan for any stops along the way, as the 35-minute duration is easily manageable in one go. Keep in mind that because this route is turn-heavy, you should double-check your navigation before pulling out of Harrah to ensure you stay on Northeast 23rd Street for that initial 16.8-mile stretch. Budgeting $3 for fuel is more than sufficient for this distance, allowing you to focus your resources on your destination. Use the simplicity of this short drive to your advantage by planning your arrival in Oklahoma City to avoid peak traffic hours if you prefer a smoother entry into the 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 11.1 miles from Harrah, OK, or about 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 16.8 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 22.1 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 11.1 miles or 17m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 29m
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 Harrah, 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 Harrah, OK
This is one driving day of about 22.1 miles and 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Harrah, 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 Northeast 23rd Street for about 16.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 11.1 mi from Harrah, OK · 17m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
11 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 22.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 11.1 miles from Harrah, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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
$3.36 one way
$6.71 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $3.70 | $7.40 |
| premium | $4.80 | $4.17 | $8.34 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $4.91 | $9.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.6 | 0 | $2.32 | $1.06 |
| Efficient EV | 5.5 | 0 | $1.93 | $0.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.8 | 0 | $3.09 | $1.41 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Oklahoma City, OK
Afternoon in Oklahoma City on Sunday
Local time
1:33 PM
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
1 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
35m 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 Harrah, OK to Oklahoma City, OK covers 22.1 miles and takes about 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Northeast 23rd Street, Representative Opio Toure Memorial Highway, Crosstown Expressway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 11.1 miles from Harrah, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.36 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 9 significant decision points across 22.1 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 17.1 miles (US 62 / Northeast Grand Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 20.3 miles (I 40; US 270 / Crosstown Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Harrah, OK and Oklahoma City, OK, road signs point toward State Capitol, Edmond and Amarillo.
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