Origin
Lawton, OK
Evening in Lawton on Wednesday
Local time
5:55 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lawton, OK to Apache, OK
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
29m
Distance
21.1 mi
34 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 27m
★
6 AM
0h 30m
8 AM
0h 35m
10 AM
0h 32m
12 PM
0h 31m
3 PM
0h 32m
5 PM
0h 35m
8 PM
0h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lawton, OK
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Apache, OK
David Grandas
Trip Overview
The drive from Lawton, OK to Apache, OK covers 21.1 miles and takes about 29m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Northwest 1st Street, Southwest Gore Boulevard, Northwest 2nd Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.30 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
10.5 miles from Lawton, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 15m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 29m drive with frequent turns across 21.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Northwest 1st Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Lawton, OK to Apache, OK is easy. At 29m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Lawton, OK to Apache, OK is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Northwest 1st Street | — | — |
| Southwest Gore Boulevard | — | — |
| Northwest 2nd Street | — | — |
| I 44 East | — | — |
| Bill W | — | — |
| Pioneer Expressway | — | — |
| US 62 East | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Northwest 1st Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lawton, OK and Apache, OK.
1
Start on Southwest Gore Boulevard
446 ft
·
13 sec
·
Southwest Gore Boulevard
2
Turn left onto Northwest 1st Street
184 ft
·
13 sec
·
Northwest 1st Street
3
Turn left onto Southwest Gore Boulevard
482 ft
·
12 sec
·
Southwest Gore Boulevard
4
Turn right onto Northwest 2nd Street
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
Northwest 2nd Street
5
Take the ramp straight
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
6
Keep slight right to continue on I 44 East, US 277 North, US 281 North: Oklahoma City
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
I 44 East, US 277 North, US 281 North: Oklahoma City
7
Merge slight right onto Bill W. Burgess, Junior Highway
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Bill W. Burgess, Junior Highway
8
Continue on Pioneer Expressway
4.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Pioneer Expressway
9
Take the exit slight right toward US 62 East, US 277 North, US 281 North: Elgin, Apache, Anadarko
4.4 mi
·
7 min
·
US 62 East, US 277 North, US 281 North: Elgin, Apache, Anadarko
10
Continue straight
8.4 mi
·
12 min
11
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 10.5 miles from Lawton, OK, or about 15m into the drive.
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 21 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 10.5 miles or 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Apache, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Lawton, OK.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Lawton, OK
This is one driving day of about 21.1 miles and 29m.
At 21.1 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 10.5 mi from Lawton, OK · 15m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Arriving in Apache, OK
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Apache, OK if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.30 one way
$6.60 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $3.62 | $7.24 |
| premium | $4.89 | $4.06 | $8.12 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.66 | $9.32 |
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: 7.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.3 | 0 | $2.22 | $1.01 |
| Efficient EV | 5.3 | 0 | $1.85 | $0.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.4 | 0 | $2.95 | $1.35 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Apache, OK
Evening in Apache on Wednesday
Local time
5:55 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
29m 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 Lawton, OK to Apache, OK covers 21.1 miles and takes about 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Northwest 1st Street, Southwest Gore Boulevard, Northwest 2nd Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 10.5 miles from Lawton, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.30 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.
The drive from Lawton, OK to Apache, OK is easy. At 29m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Lawton, OK to Apache, OK is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Lawton, OK to Apache, OK does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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