Origin
McLoud, OK
Afternoon in McLoud on Sunday
Local time
2:39 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from McLoud, OK to Edmond, OK
Drive Time
50m
Distance
41.8 mi
67 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
McLoud, OK
Engin Akyurt
Edmond, OK
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick and straightforward transit across the Oklahoma Great Plains, the drive from McLoud to Edmond is an efficient choice. Covering 41.8 miles, this trip typically takes about 50 minutes, making it an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. You will navigate primarily via the Kickapoo Turnpike, the Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike, and OK 66. With a fuel budget of approximately $6, it is a very economical route for commuters or weekend travelers. Because both the origin and destination sit within the same region, you can expect a consistent landscape throughout your journey. This connection offers a practical way to move between these two Oklahoma communities without unnecessary complications.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
20.9 miles from McLoud, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 23m into the drive .
Drive Character
This 50-minute journey is a highway-focused drive, with 81% of your time spent on high-speed thoroughfares. You will experience a smooth, consistent pace as you transition between turnpikes and state highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on the Kickapoo Turnpike, which spans 14.4 miles of your trip. While the route prioritizes speed and efficiency over winding backroads, you should remain alert during the transitions between the major turnpikes and OK 66. Expect a functional, predictable experience behind the wheel that gets you to your destination with minimal fuss.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Kickapoo Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 14.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Kickapoo Turnpike and Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 6.1 miles in.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 8 significant decision points across 41.8 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: at 6.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 20.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 35 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
6.1 mi into trip
|
~9m in
Take the ramp toward Kickapoo Turnpike Northbound
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward Kickapoo Turnpike Northbound
6
20.8 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 44 West: Oklahoma City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 149A
Toward I 44 West: Oklahoma City
7
35 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Take the exit toward I 35 North, OK 66 East: Wichita, Sooner Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward I 35 North, OK 66 East: Wichita, Sooner...
9
35.2 mi into trip
|
~39m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 35 North, OK 66 East: Wichita
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 35 North, OK 66 East: Wichita
8
38.4 mi into trip
|
~43m in
|
OK 66
Take the exit onto OK 66 toward OK 66 East, US 77 South: Southeast 2nd Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 141
Toward OK 66 East, US 77 South: Southeast 2nd S...
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from McLoud, OK to Edmond, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Kickapoo Turnpike Northbound along the way.
Kickapoo Turnpike Northbound
6.1 mi in
|
~9m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Kickapoo Turnpike | 14.4 mi | 13m |
| Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike | 13.6 mi | 13m |
| OK 66 | 3.4 mi | 6m |
| Southeast 29th Street | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| Shannon Miller Parkway | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| West Oklahoma Street | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Moccasin Trail Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| East Broadway Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Kickapoo Turnpike
— 14.4 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between McLoud, OK and Edmond, OK.
1
Start on OK 102; OK 270
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Broadway Street
2
Continue on OK 270
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
West Oklahoma Street
3
Continue on OK 270
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Moccasin Trail Road
4
Continue on OK 270
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Southeast 29th Street
Use the straight lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
21 sec
Toward Kickapoo Turnpike Northbound
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Merge onto I 335
14 mi
·
13 min
·
Kickapoo Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 149A
Toward I 44 West: Oklahoma City
8
Merge onto I 44
14 mi
·
13 min
·
Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward I 35 North, OK 66 East: Wichita, Sooner Road
Use the right lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Toward I 35 North, OK 66 East: Wichita
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto I 35; OK 66
0.4 mi
·
25 sec
·
World War II Veterans Memorial Highway
12
Continue on I 35; OK 66
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Shannon Miller Parkway
Use the straight lane.
13
Take the exit onto OK 66
3.4 mi
·
6 min
·
OK 66
Exit 141
Toward OK 66 East, US 77 South: Southeast 2nd Street
Use the slight right lane.
14
Arrive at destination
US Historic 66; US 77
Trip Plan
Since this is a short trip with zero scheduled stops, you have maximum flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. You can easily complete the entire 41.8-mile stretch in under an hour, so there is no need to worry about long-haul fatigue or mid-trip rest stops. Keep in mind that since the majority of your travel occurs on turnpikes, it is wise to have your toll payment method ready before you hit the road. Because fuel costs for the trip are quite low at roughly $6, you can focus your budget on your destination activities rather than the transit itself. Use the freedom of this quick drive to enjoy a stress-free transition between McLoud and Edmond.
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 20.9 miles from McLoud, OK, or about 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 14.4 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 41.8 miles or 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 20.9 miles or 23m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Edmond, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving McLoud, 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 McLoud, OK
This is one driving day of about 41.8 miles and 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from McLoud, OK.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Kickapoo Turnpike for about 14.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 20.9 mi from McLoud, OK · 23m 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 41.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.9 miles from McLoud, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Edmond, OK
The final approach into Edmond, 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 Edmond, 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
$6.35 one way
$12.70 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $7.00 | $14.00 |
| premium | $4.80 | $7.89 | $15.78 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $9.29 | $18.57 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.69
Kickapoo Turnpike
(14.4 mi)
$1.01
Turner Turnpike
(13.6 mi)
$0.68
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
$6
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.39 | $2.01 |
| Efficient EV | 10.5 | 0 | $3.66 | $1.67 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.85 | $2.68 |
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
Edmond, OK
Afternoon in Edmond on Sunday
Local time
2:39 PM
CDT
Current temp
52°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
5 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
50m 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 McLoud, OK to Edmond, OK covers 41.8 miles and takes about 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Kickapoo Turnpike, Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike, OK 66. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 20.9 miles from McLoud, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.35 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 demanding drive. With 8 significant decision points across 41.8 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: at 6.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 20.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 35 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from McLoud, OK to Edmond, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Kickapoo Turnpike Northbound along the way.
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