Origin
Moore, OK
Evening in Moore on Friday
Local time
7:49 PM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Moore, OK to Thomas, OK
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 56m
Distance
98.7 mi
159 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 48m
★
6 AM
1h 57m
8 AM
2h 14m
10 AM
2h 3m
12 PM
2h 1m
3 PM
2h 4m
5 PM
2h 13m
8 PM
1h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Moore, OK
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Thomas, OK
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Trip Overview
The drive from Moore, OK to Thomas, OK covers 98.7 miles and takes about 1h 56m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway, North Broadway Avenue, OK 33 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 38 miles on Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $15.43 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
49.4 miles from Moore, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 56m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 56m. Total distance: 98.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (31%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile.
Drive Character
The drive from Moore, OK to Thomas, OK covers 98.7 miles and takes about 1h 56m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 38 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.8 miles in.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 98.7 miles you will encounter 15 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 3.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
3.8 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the exit toward I 240 East, OK 3 East: Fort Smith
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 240 East, OK 3 East: Fort Smith
6
4 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Turn slight right toward I 240 West, US 62 West, OK 3: Lawton
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward I 240 West, US 62 West, OK 3: Lawton
7
13.1 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Take the exit toward I 40 West: Amarillo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 120A
Toward I 40 West: Amarillo
8
51.6 mi into trip
|
~58m in
Take the exit toward US 281 Spur North: Geary, Watonga
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 108
Toward US 281 Spur North: Geary, Watonga
6
51.9 mi into trip
|
~59m in
|
US 281 Spur
Turn right onto US 281 Spur
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Moore, OK to Thomas, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Watonga along the way.
Watonga
51.6 mi in
|
~58m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway | 38 mi | 39m |
| North Broadway Avenue | 13.5 mi | 14m |
| OK 33 | 12.1 mi | 18m |
| West Russworm Street | 9.6 mi | 11m |
| OK 8 | 5.5 mi | 6m |
| Southwest Expressway | 4.2 mi | 5m |
| US 281 Spur | 4.2 mi | 4m |
| Will Rogers Expressway | 3.7 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
— 38 mi, about 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Moore, OK and Thomas, 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
0.3 mi
·
18 sec
·
World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
Toward I 240 East, OK 3 East: Fort Smith
8
Continue on US 62
420 ft
·
10 sec
·
US 62
9
Turn slight right
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
Toward I 240 West, US 62 West, OK 3: Lawton
Use the right lane.
10
Merge onto I 240; OK 3
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Southeast Expressway
11
Continue on I 240; US 62; OK 3
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Southwest Expressway
Use the straight lane.
12
Merge onto I 44; I 240; OK 3
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Will Rogers Expressway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 120A
Toward I 40 West: Amarillo
Use the slight left lane.
14
Merge onto I 40; US 270
38 mi
·
39 min
·
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 108
Toward US 281 Spur North: Geary, Watonga
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Turn right onto US 281 Spur
483 ft
·
11 sec
·
US 281 Spur
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
17
Continue on US 281 Spur
4.1 mi
·
4 min
·
US 281 Spur
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Continue on OK 8; US 281
4.6 mi
·
5 min
·
OK 8; US 281
Use the straight lane.
19
Continue on OK 8; US 270; US 281
14 mi
·
14 min
·
North Broadway Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
20
Continue on OK 8; US 270; US 281
0.9 mi
·
54 sec
·
OK 8; US 270; US 281
Use the straight / right lanes.
21
Continue on US 270; US 281; OK 8
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
South Clarence Nash Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
22
Turn left onto OK 3; OK 33; US 270; US 281
9.6 mi
·
11 min
·
West Russworm Street
Use the left lane.
23
Turn left onto OK 33
12 mi
·
18 min
·
OK 33
Use the left lane.
24
Turn right onto North Main Street
99 ft
·
4 sec
·
North Main Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
25
Arrive at destination
North Main Street
Trip Plan
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 49.4 miles from Moore, OK, or about 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 38 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 22 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49.4 miles or 56m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Thomas, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Moore, OK so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Moore, OK
This is one driving day of about 98.7 miles and 1h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Moore, OK.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway for about 38 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 49.4 mi from Moore, OK · 56m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
49 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
Arriving in Thomas, OK
The final approach into Thomas, 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
$15.43 one way
$30.86 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $16.94 | $33.88 |
| premium | $4.89 | $18.99 | $37.99 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.79 | $43.58 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.6 | 0 | $10.36 | $4.74 |
| Efficient EV | 24.7 | 0 | $8.64 | $3.95 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 39.5 | 0 | $13.82 | $6.32 |
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (66% 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
Thomas, OK
Evening in Thomas on Friday
Local time
7:49 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°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
15 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
1h 56m 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 Thomas, OK covers 98.7 miles and takes about 1h 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway, North Broadway Avenue, OK 33. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 49.4 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 $15.43 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 98.7 miles you will encounter 15 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 3.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Moore, OK to Thomas, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Watonga along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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