Origin
Jenks, OK
Night in Jenks on Wednesday
Local time
11:41 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jenks, OK to Woodward, OK
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 59m
Distance
212.7 mi
342 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$33
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 47m
★
6 AM
4h 0m
8 AM
4h 26m
10 AM
4h 9m
12 PM
4h 6m
3 PM
4h 10m
5 PM
4h 25m
8 PM
3h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Jenks, OK
Mateusz Dach
Woodward, OK
Fernando Serrano
Trip Overview
Spanning 212.7 miles across the Oklahoma Great Plains, this drive from Jenks to Woodward typically takes about 3 hours and 59 minutes to complete. Because the travel time is under four hours, you can easily manage this as a single-day trip without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via the Cimarron Turnpike, OK 8, and the Trooper Chris Van Krevelen Memorial Highway. Budgeting approximately $32 for fuel should cover the journey comfortably. Whether you are heading out for business or a visit, this straightforward route offers a consistent pace 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
106.3 miles from Jenks, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 52m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 63% of your journey spent on high-speed thoroughfares. You will experience a mix of conditions, starting with a significant 58.9-mile stretch on the Cimarron Turnpike that allows for steady cruising. As you transition onto local routes like OK 8 and the Trooper Chris Van Krevelen Memorial Highway, the character of the road shifts from fast-paced turnpikes to standard highway driving. Expect a relatively efficient ride that balances distance with accessibility. Staying alert is key, as the environment remains consistent throughout the duration of your travel.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Cimarron Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 58.9 miles.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,978 ft
616 ft
Total Climb
1,416 ft
Total Descent
124 ft
Highest Point
1,978 ft
~197.5 mi in
Elevation Range
1,362 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Cimarron Turnpike and OK 8. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Main Street.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 212.7 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: near the start (East Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.7 miles (US 75 / Okmulgee Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 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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East Main Street
Turn right onto East Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
6
2.7 mi into trip
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~5m in
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US 75 / Okmulgee Expressway
Merge onto US 75 / Okmulgee Expressway toward US 75 North: Tulsa
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 75 North: Tulsa
7
6.9 mi into trip
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~10m in
Take the exit toward I 44 West, OK 66 West: Oklahoma City, Sapulpa
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the sharp right lane.
Toward I 44 West, OK 66 West: Oklahoma City, Sa...
8
8.8 mi into trip
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~13m in
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OK 344 / Gilcrease Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto OK 344 / Gilcrease Expressway toward OK 344 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 223B
Toward OK 344 West
8
14.4 mi into trip
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~19m in
Turn left toward US 64 West, US 412 West, OK 51 West
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward US 64 West, US 412 West, OK 51 West
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Cimarron Turnpike | 58.9 mi | 56m |
| OK 8 | 42.5 mi | 48m |
| Trooper Chris Van Krevelen Memorial Highway | 25.4 mi | 29m |
| Norma A. Lamb Highway | 24.5 mi | 26m |
| East Owen K. Garriott Road | 12.1 mi | 18m |
| Sand Springs Expressway | 11.1 mi | 12m |
| Southwest 6th Street | 10.4 mi | 13m |
| Keystone Expressway | 8.7 mi | 9m |
Longest stretch:
Cimarron Turnpike
— 58.9 mi, about 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jenks, OK and Woodward, OK.
1
Start on North 2nd Street
107 ft
·
8 sec
·
North 2nd Street
2
Turn right onto East Main Street
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
East Main Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
Toward US 75 North: Tulsa
Use the right lane.
4
Merge onto US 75
4.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Okmulgee Expressway
Toward US 75 North: Tulsa
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 44 West, OK 66 West: Oklahoma City, Sapulpa
Use the sharp right lane.
6
Merge onto I 44; OK 66
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Skelly Bypass
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto OK 344
5.6 mi
·
6 min
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Gilcrease Expressway
Exit 223B
Toward OK 344 West
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
Toward US 64 West, US 412 West, OK 51 West
Use the left lane.
9
Take the ramp
359 ft
·
8 sec
Toward US 64 West, US 412 West, OK 51 West
10
Merge onto US 64; US 412; OK 51
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Sand Springs Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on US 64; US 412
3.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Keystone Expressway
Use the straight lane.
12
Continue on US 64; US 412
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Jerald Warden Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on US 64; US 412
5.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Keystone Expressway
Use the straight lane.
14
Continue on US 412
31 mi
·
29 min
·
Cimarron Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork onto US 412
28 mi
·
27 min
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Cimarron Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
16
Continue on US 64; US 412
24 mi
·
26 min
·
Norma A. Lamb Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Continue on US 64; US 412
12 mi
·
18 min
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East Owen K. Garriott Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Continue on US 60; US 412; CR E0430
6.0 mi
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6 min
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Trooper Chris Van Krevelen Memorial Highway
19
Continue on US 60; US 412; CR E0430
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
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Lahoma Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
20
Continue on US 60; US 412; CR E0430
19 mi
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22 min
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Trooper Chris Van Krevelen Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
21
Continue on US 60; US 412; OK 8
2.7 mi
·
3 min
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US 60; US 412; OK 8
22
Continue on OK 8; US 60; US 412
43 mi
·
48 min
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OK 8; US 60; US 412
Use the straight / right lanes.
23
Continue on US 412; OK 50
10 mi
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13 min
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Southwest 6th Street
24
Arrive at destination
US 412
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 212.7-mile trek, aim to leave early in the morning to avoid midday traffic and ensure you reach your destination with plenty of daylight. Since the route includes one planned stop, use that break to stretch your legs and refresh your fuel supply midway through the drive. Because you are traveling across the Great Plains, keep an eye on weather reports, as open-road conditions can change quickly. Given the highway-heavy nature of the route, maintain a steady speed to stay within your $32 fuel budget. Flexibility is your biggest advantage here, allowing you to easily adjust your pace based on your personal comfort level behind the wheel.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 106.3 miles from Jenks, OK, or about 1h 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 58.9 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 47 miles or 54m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 106.3 miles or 1h 52m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Woodward, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Jenks, 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 Jenks, OK
This is one driving day of about 212.7 miles and 3h 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 47 miles from Jenks, OK.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Cimarron Turnpike for about 58.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 106.3 mi from Jenks, OK · 1h 52m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
106 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 47 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 106.3 miles from Jenks, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Woodward, OK
The final approach into Woodward, 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 Woodward, 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
$33.25 one way
$66.51 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
74 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $36.51 | $73.02 |
| premium | $4.89 | $40.93 | $81.86 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $46.96 | $93.92 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.95
Cimarron Turnpike
(58.9 mi)
$2.95
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
$33
Tolls
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 74.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 63.8 | 0 | $22.33 | $10.21 |
| Efficient EV | 53.2 | 0 | $18.61 | $8.51 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 85.1 | 1 | $29.78 | $13.61 |
Gas CO2
74 kg
EV CO2
25 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Woodward, OK
Night in Woodward on Wednesday
Local time
11:41 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 59m 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 Jenks, OK to Woodward, OK covers 212.7 miles and takes about 3h 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Cimarron Turnpike, OK 8, Trooper Chris Van Krevelen Memorial Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 106.3 miles from Jenks, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $33.25 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 212.7 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: near the start (East Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.7 miles (US 75 / Okmulgee Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Jenks, OK to Woodward, OK does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Gently rolling terrain. The route ranges from 616 ft to 1,978 ft elevation with about 1,416 ft of total climbing.
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