Origin
Lone Grove, OK
Morning in Lone Grove on Saturday
Local time
7:37 AM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 36m
Distance
86.6 mi
139 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lone Grove, OK
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Norman, OK
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Lone Grove, OK to Norman, OK is 86.6 miles and takes about 1h 36m via World War I Veterans Memorial Highway, Director Steven Stokes Memorial Highway, and US 70, with a fuel budget near $14 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Great Plains region, offering a straightforward journey across Oklahoma. Expect a local, turn-heavy feel for much of the trip, rather than a long, uninterrupted highway cruise. It's a relatively short drive, making it a good option for a single-day excursion when you want to keep travel time minimal.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
43.3 miles from Lone Grove, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 47m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 36m. Total distance: 86.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (6%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
This route is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' meaning you'll be navigating several changes in direction and road names. While the highway share is relatively low at 6%, the longest uninterrupted stretch covers 66.4 miles on the World War I Veterans Memorial Highway. You'll experience a mix of local roads and some highway segments, so be prepared for varying speed limits and traffic conditions. The journey progresses through Oklahoma's landscape, with the road personality shifting as you transition between different named highways.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near US 70.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 36m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (US 70): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 5.9 miles (I 35; US 70 / World War I Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
At end of road, turn left onto US 70
Lane positioning matters here
Take the ramp toward I 35 North: Oklahoma City
Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto I 35; US 70 / World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward Main Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| World War I Veterans Memorial Highway | 66.4 mi | 1h 7m |
| Director Steven Stokes Memorial Highway | 11 mi | 11m |
| US 70 | 5.2 mi | 7m |
| West Main Street | 2.6 mi | 6m |
| Doctor James E. and Representative Mina M. Hibdon Memorial Highway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| West Broadway Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Blackberry Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Ash Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Lone Grove, OK and Norman, OK.
Start on Ash Street
Turn right onto Blackberry Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 70
Continue on West Broadway Street
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 35; US 70
Continue on I 35
Continue on I 35
Continue on I 35
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn straight onto West Main Street
Arrive at destination
Given the 1h 36m duration and 86.6-mile distance, this trip is easily manageable in a single day, so there's no need for an overnight stay. Aim to depart in the morning to maximize daylight and allow for any unexpected delays. With a fuel cost estimate of $14, keeping your tank topped off is advisable, especially as the longest stretch is over 66 miles. Watch for changes in road names and potential turns, as this route is described as turn-heavy, and have your navigation ready to ensure a smooth transition between World War I Veterans Memorial Highway, Director Steven Stokes Memorial Highway, and US 70.
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 19 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 43.3 miles or 47m 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 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Norman, OK than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Lone Grove, OK so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Lone Grove, OK
This is one driving day of about 86.6 miles and 1h 36m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 43.3 mi from Lone Grove, OK · 47m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
43 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 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 43.3 miles from Lone Grove, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before World War I Veterans Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 66.4 miles.
The final approach into Norman, 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
$13.54 one way
$27.08 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $14.87 | $29.73 |
| premium | $4.89 | $16.67 | $33.33 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.12 | $38.24 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 30.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26 | 0 | $9.09 | $4.16 |
| Efficient EV | 21.7 | 0 | $7.58 | $3.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 34.6 | 0 | $12.12 | $5.54 |
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Lone Grove on Saturday
Local time
7:37 AM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Destination
Morning in Norman on Saturday
Local time
7:37 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°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.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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