Origin
Hinton, OK
Night in Hinton on Wednesday
Local time
11:22 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hinton, OK to Midwest City, OK
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 8m
Distance
60 mi
97 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 3m
★
6 AM
1h 8m
8 AM
1h 19m
10 AM
1h 12m
12 PM
1h 11m
3 PM
1h 13m
5 PM
1h 19m
8 PM
1h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hinton, OK
cottonbro CG studio
Midwest City, OK
John Hill
Trip Overview
Embarking on a drive from Hinton to Midwest City, Oklahoma, covers a distance of 60 miles and is estimated to take about 1 hour and 8 minutes. This straightforward trip through the Great Plains region of Oklahoma is easily manageable as a single-day excursion, with a projected fuel cost of around $9. The route primarily utilizes major roads like the Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway and the Crosstown Expressway, offering a practical journey without the need for an overnight stay. Its relatively short length and manageable duration make it an efficient travel option for those looking to cover ground without significant time commitment.
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
30 miles from Hinton, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 33m into the drive .
Drive Character
This drive presents a turn-heavy local feel, with only about 10% of the journey on highways. You'll spend most of your time navigating city streets and local roads, transitioning between them as you make your way toward Midwest City. The longest continuous stretch on a highway, the Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway, extends for 45.3 miles, offering a brief period of higher-speed travel before you re-enter more urban environments. Expect a driving experience characterized by frequent turns and changes in speed limits, typical of a route that connects communities rather than traversing vast distances.
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.
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 45.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 281; OK 8 / North Broadway.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 60 miles you will encounter 9 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 4.2 miles (I 40 / Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 281; OK 8 / North Broadway
Turn left onto US 281; OK 8 / North Broadway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
4 mi into trip
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~6m in
Take the ramp toward I 40 East: Oklahoma City
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 40 East: Oklahoma City
5
4.2 mi into trip
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~6m in
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I 40 / Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 40 / Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
55.3 mi into trip
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~1h in
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I 40; US 270 / Tinker Diagonal
Keep slight left at fork onto I 40; US 270 / Tinker Diagonal toward I 240 East, US 270 East: Fort Smith
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 128
Toward I 240 East, US 270 East: Fort Smith
8
57.8 mi into trip
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~1h 3m 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
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway | 45.3 mi | 47m |
| Crosstown Expressway | 5.8 mi | 7m |
| North Broadway | 4 mi | 5m |
| Tinker Diagonal | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Southeast 15th Street | 2 mi | 3m |
| Felix Place | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| West Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
— 45.3 mi, about 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hinton, OK and Midwest City, OK.
1
Start on West Main Street
34 ft
·
8 sec
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West Main Street
2
Turn left onto US 281; OK 8
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
North Broadway
Use the straight / left lanes.
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward I 40 East: Oklahoma City
Use the right lane.
4
Merge onto I 40
45 mi
·
47 min
·
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Continue on I 40; US 270
5.8 mi
·
7 min
·
Crosstown Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 40; US 270
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Tinker Diagonal
Exit 128
Toward I 240 East, US 270 East: Fort Smith
Use the slight left lane.
7
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
Exit 155B
Toward Del City, Midwest City
Use the slight right lane.
8
Turn slight left onto Southeast 15th Street
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
·
Southeast 15th Street
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on Southeast 15th Street
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Southeast 15th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Turn right onto Felix Place
115 ft
·
7 sec
·
Felix Place
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Turn right
34 ft
·
4 sec
12
Turn right
34 ft
·
2 sec
13
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the short 1-hour duration, this route offers plenty of flexibility for departure times. You can easily start your drive in the morning or afternoon, depending on your schedule, and still arrive at your destination with ample daylight. With no designated stops noted, consider planning your own brief breaks as needed, perhaps stopping for fuel before you leave Hinton or upon arrival in Midwest City. Keep an eye on your navigation, as the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile suggests you'll be making frequent turns, especially as you transition from the Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway onto roads like North Broadway.
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 30 miles from Hinton, OK, or about 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 45.3 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 13 miles or 15m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 30 miles or 33m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Midwest City, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
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 60 miles and 1h 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 13 miles from Hinton, OK.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway for about 45.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 30 mi from Hinton, OK · 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30 miles from Hinton, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.38 one way
$18.76 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.30 | $20.60 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.55 | $23.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.25 | $26.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 21 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18 | 0 | $6.30 | $2.88 |
| Efficient EV | 15 | 0 | $5.25 | $2.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24 | 0 | $8.40 | $3.84 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Night in Midwest City on Wednesday
Local time
11:22 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
3 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
1h 8m 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 Hinton, OK to Midwest City, OK covers 60 miles and takes about 1h 8m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway, Crosstown Expressway, North Broadway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 30 miles from Hinton, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.38 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 60 miles you will encounter 9 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: near the start (US 281; OK 8 / North Broadway): Lane positioning matters here; at 4 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 4.2 miles (I 40 / Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Hinton, OK to Midwest City, OK does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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