Origin
Maud, OK
Late night in Maud on Friday
Local time
2:02 AM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Maud, OK to Norman, OK
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
1h 12m
Distance
49.5 mi
80 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 6m
★
6 AM
1h 12m
8 AM
1h 23m
10 AM
1h 16m
12 PM
1h 15m
3 PM
1h 17m
5 PM
1h 23m
8 PM
1h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Maud, OK
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Norman, OK
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 49.5-mile drive from Maud to Norman, Oklahoma, can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 12 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. Primarily utilizing OK 9, Green Street, and Classen Boulevard, the journey is mostly highway-focused, with 72% of the route on faster roads. Given the short distance and manageable duration, you won't need to worry about overnight stays. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $8, which is quite economical. Both Maud and Norman are situated within the Great Plains region, so you'll experience consistent, open-country scenery throughout your travels.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 12m. Total distance: 49.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (72%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this 49.5-mile trip, with 72% of the route on faster roads like OK 9. The character of the drive is defined by its efficiency, allowing you to cover ground quickly. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 35.5 miles along OK 9, offering a good opportunity to settle in. While the exact nature of the local roads in Norman isn't detailed, the overall profile suggests a progression from open highway to more developed, though still efficient, city streets as you approach your destination.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
OK 9 is the longest continuous segment at about 35.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on OK 9 and Green Street. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 10.6 miles in near OK 9; US 270.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 49.5 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 10.6 miles (OK 9; US 270): Navigation decision point; at 46.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 49.3 miles (East Comanche Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
10.6 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
OK 9; US 270
Turn left onto OK 9; US 270
Navigation decision point
5
46.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
7
49.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
|
East Comanche Street
Turn left onto East Comanche Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
5
49.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
|
South Crawford Avenue
Turn right onto South Crawford Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
49.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
|
East Main Street
Turn right onto East Main Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| OK 9 | 35.5 mi | 45m |
| Green Street | 10.2 mi | 18m |
| Classen Boulevard | 1.9 mi | 4m |
| South Classen Boulevard | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| West Wanda Jackson Boulevard | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| South Porter Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East Comanche Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Crawford Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
OK 9
— 35.5 mi, about 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Maud, OK and Norman, OK.
1
Start on OK 59; OK 9A
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
West Wanda Jackson Boulevard
2
Turn right onto OK 9A
10 mi
·
18 min
·
Green Street
3
Turn left onto OK 9; US 270
8.8 mi
·
12 min
·
OK 9; US 270
4
Continue on OK 9; CR EW121
0.3 mi
·
17 sec
·
OK 9; CR EW121
5
Continue on OK 9; CR E1210
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
OK 9; CR E1210
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
6
Continue on OK 9; CR EW121
23 mi
·
28 min
·
OK 9; CR EW121
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
8
Keep slight right at fork
302 ft
·
8 sec
9
Turn straight onto US 77
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Classen Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Continue on Classen Boulevard
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Classen Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Continue on South Porter Avenue
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
South Porter Avenue
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
12
Turn left onto East Comanche Street
463 ft
·
24 sec
·
East Comanche Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
13
Turn right onto South Crawford Avenue
385 ft
·
16 sec
·
South Crawford Avenue
14
Turn right onto East Main Street
355 ft
·
12 sec
·
East Main Street
15
Arrive at destination
East Main Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24.7 mi from Maud, OK · 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.7 miles from Maud, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Norman, OK
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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.74 one way
$15.48 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.50 | $16.99 |
| premium | $4.89 | $9.53 | $19.05 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.93 | $21.86 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.9 | 0 | $5.20 | $2.38 |
| Efficient EV | 12.4 | 0 | $4.33 | $1.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.8 | 0 | $6.93 | $3.17 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Norman, OK
Late night in Norman on Friday
Local time
2:02 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°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
14 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 12m 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 Maud, OK to Norman, OK covers 49.5 miles and takes about 1h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are OK 9, Green Street, Classen Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 24.7 miles from Maud, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.74 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 49.5 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 10.6 miles (OK 9; US 270): Navigation decision point; at 46.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 49.3 miles (East Comanche Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Maud, OK to Norman, OK does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Oklahoma City National Memorial.
Data sources
The figures on this page are computed from open government and mapping datasets, not crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. National park proximity is from the NPS API. Full methodology, refresh cadence, and limitations are documented on the methodology page.
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