Origin
Luther, OK
Night in Luther on Thursday
Local time
11:39 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Luther, OK to Stillwater, OK
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
55m
Distance
42.5 mi
68 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 51m
★
6 AM
0h 55m
8 AM
1h 4m
10 AM
0h 58m
12 PM
0h 58m
3 PM
0h 59m
5 PM
1h 4m
8 PM
0h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Luther, OK
Mikhail Nilov
Stillwater, OK
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Trip Overview
This 42.5-mile drive from Luther to Stillwater, Oklahoma, is a straightforward 55-minute journey perfect for a single day. Primarily utilizing US 177 and local roads like East Danforth Road and South Perkins Road, this route offers a mixed driving experience through the heart of the Great Plains. With a modest fuel cost estimated at $7, you won't break the bank on this short hop. Given its duration, it's easily manageable as a quick trip without the need for an overnight stay, allowing you to focus on your destination.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 55m. Total distance: 42.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (51%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a 51% highway share on this route, meaning you'll get some good stretches of steady driving. The longest uninterrupted segment covers 21.5 miles on US 177, providing a consistent pace. The 'Mixed drive' profile suggests you'll transition between faster highway sections and potentially slower, more local road segments as you approach Stillwater. This blend means you'll experience varied road conditions and speeds throughout your 55-minute journey.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 177 is the longest continuous segment at about 21.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near North Ash Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 55m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (North Ash Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (US Historic 66; OK 66 / East Danforth Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.7 miles (US 177): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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North Ash Street
Turn left onto North Ash Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.4 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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US Historic 66; OK 66 / East Danforth Road
Turn right onto US Historic 66; OK 66 / East Danforth Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
6
10.7 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
US 177
Turn left onto US 177
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
4
32.1 mi into trip
|
~41m in
|
OK 33; CR EW71; US 177 / East 116th Street
Turn left onto OK 33; CR EW71; US 177 / East 116th Street
Navigation decision point
6
42.1 mi into trip
|
~54m in
|
OK 51 / East 6th Avenue
Turn left onto OK 51 / East 6th Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 177 | 21.5 mi | 27m |
| East Danforth Road | 10.3 mi | 13m |
| South Perkins Road | 9 mi | 11m |
| East 116th Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| East 6th Avenue | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| North Ash Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| South Main Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 177
— 21.5 mi, about 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Luther, OK and Stillwater, OK.
1
Start on South Main Street
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
South Main Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
2
Turn left onto North Ash Street
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
North Ash Street
3
Turn right onto US Historic 66; OK 66
10 mi
·
13 min
·
East Danforth Road
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
4
Turn left onto US 177
21 mi
·
27 min
·
US 177
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
5
Turn left onto OK 33; CR EW71; US 177
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
East 116th Street
6
Turn slight right
265 ft
·
9 sec
Use the right lane.
7
Turn straight onto US 177
9.0 mi
·
11 min
·
South Perkins Road
8
Turn left onto OK 51
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East 6th Avenue
Use the left lane.
9
Arrive at destination
OK 51
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 21.2 mi from Luther, OK · 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 42.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.2 miles from Luther, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Stillwater, OK
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Stillwater, 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
$6.64 one way
$13.29 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $7.30 | $14.59 |
| premium | $4.89 | $8.18 | $16.36 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.38 | $18.77 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.8 | 0 | $4.46 | $2.04 |
| Efficient EV | 10.6 | 0 | $3.72 | $1.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17 | 0 | $5.95 | $2.72 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Stillwater, OK
Night in Stillwater on Thursday
Local time
11:39 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
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
55m 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 Luther, OK to Stillwater, OK covers 42.5 miles and takes about 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 177, East Danforth Road, South Perkins Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 21.2 miles from Luther, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.64 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 is a straightforward 55m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (North Ash Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (US Historic 66; OK 66 / East Danforth Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.7 miles (US 177): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Luther, OK to Stillwater, OK does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Oklahoma City National Memorial.
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