Origin
Moore, OK
Afternoon in Moore on Sunday
Local time
2:47 PM
CDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Moore, OK to Oklahoma City, OK
Drive Time
16m
Distance
10.7 mi
17 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 15m
★
6 AM
0h 16m
8 AM
0h 19m
10 AM
0h 17m
12 PM
0h 17m
3 PM
0h 17m
5 PM
0h 19m
8 PM
0h 15m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Trip Overview
If you are traveling from Moore to Oklahoma City, you are looking at a quick 10.7-mile journey that typically takes about 16 minutes to complete. This trip serves as a straightforward local transit within the Great Plains region and is easily manageable as a day trip. You can expect to spend roughly $2 on fuel for the entire drive, making it an incredibly budget-friendly commute. Since the total travel time is so brief, there is no need to plan for overnight stops or extensive logistics. Whether you are heading into the city for business or leisure, this route provides a direct connection between the two points via the World War I Veterans Memorial Highway, the Helen Cole Memorial Highway, and the East Service Road.
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
5.3 miles from Moore, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 7m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy experience as you navigate this 10.7-mile stretch, which is composed entirely of highway driving. You will spend the most time on the World War I Veterans Memorial Highway, which accounts for the route's longest uninterrupted segment at 5.3 miles. Because this is a local-style drive, the character of the road is defined by frequent transitions between major thoroughfares rather than a single, monotonous interstate grind. While the distance is short, the reliance on multiple highway segments requires you to stay alert for merging and lane changes. It is a functional, high-speed connection that prioritizes efficiency over long-range cruising.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
World War I Veterans Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 5.3 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 8.8 miles in near I 235; US 77 / Centennial Expressway.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 10.7 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 8.8 miles (I 235; US 77 / Centennial Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 10.1 miles (South Edward King Gaylord Boulevard): 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.
9
8.8 mi into trip
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~12m in
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I 235; US 77 / Centennial Expressway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 235; US 77 / Centennial Expressway toward I 235 North, US 77 North: Oklahoma Health Center, State Capitol, Edmond
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: Oklahoma Healt...
7
8.8 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Take the exit toward Oklahoma City Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Exit 125C
Toward Oklahoma City Boulevard
6
10.1 mi into trip
|
~14m in
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South Edward King Gaylord Boulevard
Turn right onto South Edward King Gaylord Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
10.4 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
West Sheridan Avenue
Turn left onto West Sheridan Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
10.6 mi into trip
|
~15m 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 Moore, OK and Oklahoma City, OK, road signs point toward State Capitol and Edmond.
State Capitol
8.8 mi in
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~12m
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via I 235; US 77
Edmond
8.8 mi in
|
~12m
|
via I 235; US 77
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| World War I Veterans Memorial Highway | 5.3 mi | 6m |
| Helen Cole Memorial Highway | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| East Service Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Oklahoma City Boulevard | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Northwest 5th Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| South Edward King Gaylord Boulevard | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North Broadway Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| West Sheridan Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
— 5.3 mi, about 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Moore, OK and Oklahoma City, OK.
1
Start on North Broadway Street
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
North Broadway Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
2
Turn left onto Northwest 5th Street
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
Northwest 5th Street
Use the left lane.
3
Turn right onto East Service Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Service Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Toward I 35 North, US 77 North
5
Merge onto I 35; US 77
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Helen Cole Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on I 35; US 77
5.3 mi
·
6 min
·
World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 235; US 77
295 ft
·
4 sec
·
Centennial Expressway
Exit 126
Toward I 235 North, US 77 North: Oklahoma Health Center, State Capitol, Edmond
Use the straight lane.
8
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 125C
Toward Oklahoma City Boulevard
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
9
Turn straight onto Oklahoma City Boulevard
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Oklahoma City Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Turn right onto South Edward King Gaylord Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
South Edward King Gaylord Boulevard
Use the right lane.
11
Turn left onto West Sheridan Avenue
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
West Sheridan Avenue
Use the left lane.
12
Turn right onto North Robinson Avenue
416 ft
·
14 sec
·
North Robinson Avenue
Use the straight lane.
13
Arrive at destination
North Robinson Avenue
Trip Plan
Because this drive takes less than 20 minutes, you have maximum flexibility in your departure schedule, allowing you to easily avoid peak traffic hours. You will not need to plan for formal rest stops or meal breaks given the short duration of the trip. Keep in mind that the route is essentially a series of turns, so ensure your GPS is set before you pull onto the World War I Veterans Memorial Highway to avoid missing an exit. Budgeting $2 for fuel is a safe estimate, though you will likely find that you do not need to refuel during the transit at all. Use the brevity of this trip to your advantage by focusing on your arrival time in Oklahoma City rather than worrying about the logistics of the drive itself.
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 5.3 miles from Moore, OK, or about 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 5.3 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 10.7 miles or 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 5.3 miles or 7m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 12m
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 Moore, 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 Moore, OK
This is one driving day of about 10.7 miles and 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Moore, 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 World War I Veterans Memorial Highway for about 5.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 5.3 mi from Moore, OK · 7m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
5 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 10.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 5.3 miles from Moore, 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
$1.63 one way
$3.25 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $1.79 | $3.58 |
| premium | $4.80 | $2.02 | $4.04 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.38 | $4.75 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.2 | 0 | $1.12 | $0.51 |
| Efficient EV | 2.7 | 0 | $0.94 | $0.43 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.3 | 0 | $1.50 | $0.68 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
2:47 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
2 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
16m 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 Moore, OK to Oklahoma City, OK covers 10.7 miles and takes about 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are World War I Veterans Memorial Highway, Helen Cole Memorial Highway, East Service Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 5.3 miles from Moore, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.63 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 10.7 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 8.8 miles (I 235; US 77 / Centennial Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 10.1 miles (South Edward King Gaylord Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.
Between Moore, OK and Oklahoma City, OK, road signs point toward State Capitol and Edmond.
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