Origin
McLoud, OK
Afternoon in McLoud on Sunday
Local time
2:41 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from McLoud, OK to Oklahoma City, OK
Drive Time
38m
Distance
29.8 mi
48 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
McLoud, OK
Engin Akyurt
Oklahoma City, OK
An Vuong
Trip Overview
If you are planning to head from McLoud to Oklahoma City, you are looking at a straightforward 29.8-mile journey through the heart of the Great Plains. You can expect to spend about 38 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stops. Budgeting approximately $5 for fuel should be sufficient to cover the distance comfortably. Since you are staying within the same region, the transition is seamless and lacks the complex logistics of cross-country travel. This route is a practical choice for those needing a quick, efficient connection between these two Oklahoma locations.
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
14.9 miles from McLoud, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 18m into the drive .
Drive Character
This drive features a turn-heavy local feel that distinguishes it from a monotonous interstate grind. You will navigate a mix of roads, including South McCloud Road, the Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway, and the Tinker Diagonal. With only 4% of the trip consisting of highway driving, expect a more localized experience rather than high-speed cruising. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on the Tinker Diagonal, which spans 12.3 miles of the total distance. Be prepared to adjust your driving style as you transition between these varied road types throughout the 38-minute duration.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Tinker Diagonal is the longest continuous segment at about 12.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 14.8 miles in near I 40; US 270 / Tinker Diagonal.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 29.8 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 14.8 miles (I 40; US 270 / Tinker Diagonal): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 28 miles (I 40; US 270 / Crosstown Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 28.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
14.8 mi into trip
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~18m in
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I 40; US 270 / Tinker Diagonal
Keep slight left at fork onto I 40; US 270 / Tinker Diagonal
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
28 mi into trip
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~34m in
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I 40; US 270 / Crosstown Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40; US 270 / Crosstown Expressway toward I 235 North, US 77 North, I 40 West, US 270 West: Oklahoma Health Center, State Capitol, Edmond, Amarillo
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Exit 126
Toward I 235 North, US 77 North, I 40 West, US...
7
28.3 mi into trip
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~34m in
Take the exit toward Oklahoma City Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 151A
Toward Oklahoma City Boulevard
7
29.5 mi into trip
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~37m in
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West Sheridan Avenue
Turn left onto West Sheridan Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
29.7 mi into trip
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~37m in
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North Robinson Avenue
Turn right onto North Robinson Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Towns Along This Route
Between McLoud, OK and Oklahoma City, OK, road signs point toward State Capitol, Edmond and Amarillo.
State Capitol
28 mi in
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~34m
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via I 40; US 270
Edmond
28 mi in
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~34m
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via I 40; US 270
Amarillo
28 mi in
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~34m
|
via I 40; US 270
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Tinker Diagonal | 12.3 mi | 14m |
| Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway | 10.9 mi | 11m |
| South McCloud Road | 3 mi | 5m |
| Crosstown Expressway | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Oklahoma City Boulevard | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| South 3rd Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| South Edward King Gaylord Boulevard | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| West Sheridan Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Tinker Diagonal
— 12.3 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between McLoud, OK and Oklahoma City, OK.
1
Start on OK 102; OK 270
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
East Broadway Street
2
Turn right onto OK 102
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
South 3rd Street
3
Continue on OK 102
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
South McCloud Road
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward OK 3 West, I 40 West, US 270 West: Oklahoma City
5
Merge onto I 40; US 270; OK 3
11 mi
·
11 min
·
Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 40; US 270
12 mi
·
14 min
·
Tinker Diagonal
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on I 35; I 40; US 62; US 270
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Crosstown Expressway
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40; US 270
0.4 mi
·
26 sec
·
Crosstown Expressway
Exit 126
Toward I 235 North, US 77 North, I 40 West, US 270 West: Oklahoma Health Center, State Capitol, Edmond, Amarillo
Use the straight lane.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 151A
Toward Oklahoma City Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn straight onto Oklahoma City Boulevard
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Oklahoma City Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Turn right onto South Edward King Gaylord Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
South Edward King Gaylord Boulevard
Use the right lane.
12
Turn left onto West Sheridan Avenue
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
West Sheridan Avenue
Use the left lane.
13
Turn right onto North Robinson Avenue
416 ft
·
14 sec
·
North Robinson Avenue
Use the straight lane.
14
Arrive at destination
North Robinson Avenue
Trip Plan
Because this is a short trip, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time to avoid any local congestion. Since there are no scheduled stops required for a drive of this length, you can complete the 29.8 miles in one go without needing to plan for rest breaks. Keep your $5 fuel budget in mind before you head out, as fueling up in McLoud before you begin will ensure you have no worries upon arrival in Oklahoma City. A specific tip for this route is to stay attentive during the turn-heavy sections, as the road character shifts frequently between the local roads and the Tinker Diagonal stretch. Enjoy the ease of this quick transit across the plains.
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 14.9 miles from McLoud, OK, or about 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 12.3 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 29.8 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 14.9 miles or 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Oklahoma City, 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 29.8 miles and 38m.
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 Tinker Diagonal for about 12.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 14.9 mi from McLoud, OK · 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
15 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 29.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 14.9 miles from McLoud, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Oklahoma City, OK
The final approach into Oklahoma City, 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 Oklahoma City, 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
$4.53 one way
$9.05 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $4.99 | $9.98 |
| premium | $4.80 | $5.63 | $11.25 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $6.62 | $13.24 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.9 | 0 | $3.13 | $1.43 |
| Efficient EV | 7.5 | 0 | $2.61 | $1.19 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.9 | 0 | $4.17 | $1.91 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Oklahoma City, OK
Afternoon in Oklahoma City on Sunday
Local time
2:41 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°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
4 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
38m 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 Oklahoma City, OK covers 29.8 miles and takes about 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Tinker Diagonal, Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway, South McCloud Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 14.9 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 $4.53 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 10 significant decision points across 29.8 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 14.8 miles (I 40; US 270 / Tinker Diagonal): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 28 miles (I 40; US 270 / Crosstown Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 28.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Between McLoud, OK and Oklahoma City, OK, road signs point toward State Capitol, Edmond and Amarillo.
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