Origin
Hinton, OK
Night in Hinton on Wednesday
Local time
9:59 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 15m
Distance
65.6 mi
106 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hinton, OK
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Edmond, OK
Alan Garzón
This 65.6-mile drive from Hinton to Edmond, Oklahoma, will take you about 1 hour and 15 minutes. It's a perfect one-day trip, so you won't need to worry about booking overnight stays. You'll primarily be navigating via the Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway and John Kilpatrick Turnpike, with a portion on North Broadway. With an estimated fuel cost of around $10, this budget-friendly journey is a straightforward option for a quick excursion within the Great Plains region. The route offers a practical and efficient way to travel between these two Oklahoma locations.
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
32.8 miles from Hinton, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 35m into the drive .
Expect a turn-heavy local drive with nearly 71% of the route being on highways. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 35.1 miles along the Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway. This drive isn't a monotonous interstate cruise; instead, it's characterized by a mix of faster highway segments and more involved local road navigation. You'll experience changes in road type as you transition between the main highways and city approaches, requiring your attention to road signs and traffic.
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 early in the drive near US 281; OK 8 / North Broadway.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 65.6 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: near the start (US 281; OK 8 / North Broadway): Lane positioning matters here; at 4 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 39.3 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.
Turn left onto US 281; OK 8 / North Broadway
Lane positioning matters here
Take the ramp toward I 40 East: Oklahoma City
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward Cornwell Drive, Czech Hall Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward US 77 North: Edmond
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto US Historic 66; US 77 / East 2nd Street
Lane positioning matters here
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway | 35.1 mi | 35m |
| John Kilpatrick Turnpike | 19.1 mi | 20m |
| North Broadway | 4 mi | 5m |
| South Broadway | 2.6 mi | 5m |
| Northwest 10th Street | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Broadway Extension | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| North Czech Hall Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East 2nd Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Hinton, OK and Edmond, OK.
Start on West Main Street
Turn left onto US 281; OK 8
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 40
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Turn left onto North Czech Hall Road
Turn right onto Northwest 10th Street
Continue on Northwest 10th Street
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 344
Take the exit
Merge onto US 77
Continue on US Historic 66; US 77
Turn right onto US Historic 66; US 77
Arrive at destination
Given the relatively short duration of 1 hour and 15 minutes, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience. Since there are no listed stops, plan to refuel before you leave Hinton to ensure you have enough gas for the 65.6-mile journey, especially considering the estimated $10 fuel cost. Keep an eye out for the transitions between the Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway and John Kilpatrick Turnpike, as these points will require careful navigation. This short trip allows for an easy, single-day adventure without the need for extensive planning.
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 14 miles or 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 32.8 miles or 35m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 1m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Edmond, OK than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Hinton, OK so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Hinton, OK
This is one driving day of about 65.6 miles and 1h 15m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 32.8 mi from Hinton, OK · 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$10.26 one way
$20.51 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.26 | $22.52 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.62 | $25.25 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.48 | $28.97 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.95
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
$10
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.7 | 0 | $6.89 | $3.15 |
| Efficient EV | 16.4 | 0 | $5.74 | $2.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.2 | 0 | $9.18 | $4.20 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
Night in Hinton on Wednesday
Local time
9:59 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Destination
Night in Edmond on Wednesday
Local time
9:59 PM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
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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