Origin
Morris, OK
Afternoon in Morris on Wednesday
Local time
2:41 PM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Morris, OK to Lawton, OK
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
3h 20m
Distance
185.8 mi
299 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 9m
★
6 AM
3h 21m
8 AM
3h 45m
10 AM
3h 29m
12 PM
3h 27m
3 PM
3h 30m
5 PM
3h 44m
8 PM
3h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Morris, OK
Lukas Kosc
Lawton, OK
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Trip Overview
This 185.8-mile drive from Morris, Oklahoma, to Lawton, Oklahoma, is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 3 hours and 20 minutes. You'll spend about 57% of your journey on major highways, including the Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway, Harry E. Bailey Turnpike, and Southeast Expressway. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $29. This journey through the Great Plains region of Oklahoma is a straightforward transit, offering a practical way to connect these two points without extensive detours. It’s a route that prioritizes getting you from point A to point B efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
92.9 miles from Morris, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 42m into the drive .
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Drive Character
The drive offers a mixed experience, with a significant portion on well-maintained highways. You'll encounter roughly 57% highway driving, making for relatively quick progress. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll experience is 74.9 miles, primarily on the Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway. This suggests a drive characterized by steady cruising rather than constant city navigation or winding rural roads. Expect a consistent driving pace for extended periods, allowing for a comfortable journey across the Oklahoma landscape.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 74.9 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 15.9 miles in near US 62; US 75.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 185.8 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 15.9 miles (US 62; US 75): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 16.5 miles (I 40; US 62; US 75 / Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 91.5 miles (I 240; OK 3 / Southeast Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
15.9 mi into trip
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~22m in
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US 62; US 75
Take the exit onto US 62; US 75 toward I 40 West, US 62 West, US 75 South: Oklahoma City
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 104B
Toward I 40 West, US 62 West, US 75 South: Okla...
7
16.5 mi into trip
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~23m in
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I 40; US 62; US 75 / Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 40; US 62; US 75 / Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway toward I 40 West, US 62 West, US 75 South: Oklahoma City
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 40 West, US 62 West, US 75 South: Okla...
8
91.5 mi into trip
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~1h 40m in
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I 240; OK 3 / Southeast Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 240; OK 3 / Southeast Expressway toward OK 3 West, I 240 West: Lawton, Dallas
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward OK 3 West, I 240 West: Lawton, Dallas
8
108.4 mi into trip
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~1h 59m in
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US 62
Take the exit onto US 62 toward I 44 West, US 62 West: Lawton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 1A
Toward I 44 West, US 62 West: Lawton
7
184.9 mi into trip
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~3h 18m in
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US 281 Business
Take the exit onto US 281 Business toward US 281 Business South: Lawton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 39A
Toward US 281 Business South: Lawton
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 Morris, OK to Lawton, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Dallas along the way.
Dallas
91.5 mi in
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~1h 40m
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via I 240; OK 3
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway | 74.9 mi | 1h 16m |
| Harry E. Bailey Turnpike | 60.9 mi | 1h 1m |
| Southeast Expressway | 13.2 mi | 14m |
| Will Rogers Expressway | 7.6 mi | 8m |
| US 266 | 7.3 mi | 11m |
| OK 52 | 5.2 mi | 6m |
| Pioneer Expressway | 5 mi | 5m |
| Southwest Expressway | 3.7 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway
— 74.9 mi, about 1h 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Morris, OK and Lawton, OK.
1
Start on OK 52
1.8 mi
·
2 min
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South Hughes Avenue
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
2
Continue on OK 52
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
OK 52
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
3
Continue on OK 52
0.5 mi
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33 sec
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OK 52
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
4
Continue on OK 52
2.8 mi
·
3 min
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OK 52
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
5
Turn right onto US 266
5.3 mi
·
7 min
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US 266
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
Continue on US 266
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
US 266
Use the straight / left lanes.
7
Turn left onto US 62; US 75
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
W. R. "Dick" Stubbs Memorial Highway
Toward US 62 West, US 75 South: Henryetta
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Continue on US 62; US 75
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
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US 62; US 75
Toward US 62 West, US 75 South: Henryetta
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Take the exit onto US 62; US 75
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
US 62; US 75
Exit 104B
Toward I 40 West, US 62 West, US 75 South: Oklahoma City
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto I 40; US 62; US 75
75 mi
·
1 hr 16 min
·
Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway
Toward I 40 West, US 62 West, US 75 South: Oklahoma City
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 240; OK 3
13 mi
·
14 min
·
Southeast Expressway
Toward OK 3 West, I 240 West: Lawton, Dallas
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on I 240; US 62; OK 3
3.7 mi
·
4 min
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Southwest Expressway
Use the straight lane.
13
Take the exit onto US 62
0.6 mi
·
41 sec
·
US 62
Exit 1A
Toward I 44 West, US 62 West: Lawton
Use the right lane.
14
Merge onto I 44; US 62
7.6 mi
·
8 min
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Will Rogers Expressway
Use the straight lane.
15
Continue on I 44
61 mi
·
1 hr 1 min
·
Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
Toward I 44 West: Chickasha, Lawton
Use the straight lane.
16
Continue on I 44; US 62; US 277; US 281
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Pioneer Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Continue on I 44; US 62; US 277; US 281
2.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Bill W. Burgess, Junior Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit onto US 281 Business
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
US 281 Business
Exit 39A
Toward US 281 Business South: Lawton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Turn left onto Southwest Gore Boulevard
38 ft
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0 sec
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Southwest Gore Boulevard
20
Arrive at destination
Southwest Gore Boulevard
Trip Plan
Given its 3-hour and 20-minute duration, this route is best tackled as a single-day trip. Aim to depart in the morning to allow ample time for any unexpected delays and to arrive at your destination well before evening. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in pacing yourself. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 74.9-mile stretch on the Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway, as services might be less frequent compared to more urban areas. The estimated fuel cost of $29 is a helpful budget consideration for this transit.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 92.9 miles from Morris, OK, or about 1h 42m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 74.9 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 80 miles or 1h 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 92.9 miles or 1h 42m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 45m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lawton, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Morris, 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 Morris, OK
This is one driving day of about 185.8 miles and 3h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Morris, OK.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway for about 74.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 92.9 mi from Morris, OK · 1h 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
93 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 92.9 miles from Morris, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 74.9 miles.
Arriving in Lawton, OK
The final approach into Lawton, 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 Lawton, 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
$29.05 one way
$58.10 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
65 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $31.89 | $63.79 |
| premium | $4.89 | $35.76 | $71.51 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $41.02 | $82.04 |
Estimated Tolls: $4.27
Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
(60.9 mi)
$4.27
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
$29
Tolls
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$58–$83
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 65 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 55.7 | 0 | $19.51 | $8.92 |
| Efficient EV | 46.5 | 0 | $16.26 | $7.43 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 74.3 | 0 | $26.01 | $11.89 |
Gas CO2
65 kg
EV CO2
22 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
Lawton, OK
Afternoon in Lawton on Wednesday
Local time
2:41 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
58°F
Sanger, TX
93 mi in
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
25 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
3h 20m 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 Morris, OK to Lawton, OK covers 185.8 miles and takes about 3h 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway, Harry E. Bailey Turnpike, Southeast Expressway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 92.9 miles from Morris, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $29.05 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 185.8 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 15.9 miles (US 62; US 75): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 16.5 miles (I 40; US 62; US 75 / Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 91.5 miles (I 240; OK 3 / Southeast Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Morris, OK to Lawton, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Dallas along the way.
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