Origin
Hobart, OK
Afternoon in Hobart on Sunday
Local time
1:33 PM
CDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Drive Time
2h 28m
Distance
133 mi
214 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
Photo: cottonbro CG studio
Traveling from Hobart to Edmond covers 133 miles across the Oklahoma Great Plains, typically requiring about 2 hours and 28 minutes of drive time. This straightforward journey functions perfectly as a single-day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations along the way. Budget approximately $20 for fuel to complete the trek comfortably. By utilizing a combination of the Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway, US 183, and the John Kilpatrick Turnpike, you can transition efficiently between these two regional hubs. Whether you are heading out for business or a change of scenery, the route provides a reliable connection through the heart of the state.
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
66.5 miles from Hobart, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 14m into the drive .
This trip offers a mixed driving experience, balancing rural highway stretches with more developed turnpike travel. With a highway share of 40%, you will encounter a shift in pace as you move toward the Edmond area. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on the Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway, which spans 67.8 miles and allows for steady momentum. You should expect the road personality to evolve from quieter regional corridors into the higher-traffic flow of the turnpike. Maintaining focus during these varying segments is key, as the transition from open plains to the busier outskirts of the destination happens quite seamlessly.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.8 miles in near US 183; OK 9.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 133 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 1.8 miles (US 183; OK 9): Lane positioning matters here; at 36 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 106.7 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 183; OK 9
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 40 East: Oklahoma City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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
Turn right onto Northwest 10th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward US 77 North: Edmond
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway | 67.8 mi | 1h 9m |
| US 183 | 34.1 mi | 38m |
| John Kilpatrick Turnpike | 19.1 mi | 20m |
| South Broadway | 2.6 mi | 5m |
| Senator Ed Berrong Memorial Highway | 2.6 mi | 2m |
| Northwest 10th Street | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| East Iris Avenue | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Broadway Extension | 1.4 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Hobart, OK and Edmond, OK.
Start on OK 9 Business
Turn left onto US 183; OK 9
Continue on US 183
Take the exit
Merge onto I 40
Continue on I 40
Continue on 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
Since this is a relatively short drive, you have significant flexibility with your departure time to avoid potential traffic near Edmond. You can easily complete the entire 133-mile distance without planned stops, but keeping your tank topped off before leaving Hobart ensures you stay within your $20 fuel budget. Because there are no mandatory stops scheduled, feel free to pace yourself based on your personal comfort level. Be mindful that the John Kilpatrick Turnpike will likely require more alertness than the earlier, quieter sections of US 183. Planning to arrive during off-peak hours will make your final approach into the city much smoother and less stressful.
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 80 miles or 1h 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 66.5 miles or 1h 14m 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 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Edmond, OK than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Hobart, OK so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Hobart, OK
This is one driving day of about 133 miles and 2h 28m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 66.5 mi from Hobart, OK · 1h 14m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
67 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 66.5 miles from Hobart, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 67.8 miles.
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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Edmond, OK.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$20.20 one way
$40.40 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $22.27 | $44.54 |
| premium | $4.80 | $25.11 | $50.22 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $29.55 | $59.10 |
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
$20
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 46.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 39.9 | 0 | $13.96 | $6.38 |
| Efficient EV | 33.3 | 0 | $11.64 | $5.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 53.2 | 0 | $18.62 | $8.51 |
Gas CO2
47 kg
EV CO2
16 kg (66% 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
Afternoon in Hobart on Sunday
Local time
1:33 PM
CDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Destination
Afternoon in Edmond on Sunday
Local time
1:33 PM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
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
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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