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Trip from Muldrow, OK to Norman, OK

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Drive Time

3h 11m

Distance

177.9 mi

286 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$28

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 35 min
4 AM
3h 0m ★
6 AM
3h 11m
8 AM
3h 35m
10 AM
3h 20m
12 PM
3h 17m
3 PM
3h 21m
5 PM
3h 34m
8 PM
3h 4m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Muldrow, OK, OK

Muldrow, OK

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Downtown Norman, OK, OK

Norman, OK

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Trip Overview

This 177.9-mile drive from Muldrow, OK, to Norman, OK, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 3 hours and 11 minutes. You'll navigate primarily using the Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway and Southeast Expressway, with a significant portion of the journey on these main roads. The estimated fuel cost for this 1-stop trip is around $28, making it an economical option. Both Muldrow and Norman are situated within the Great Plains region, so expect a consistent landscape throughout your journey. This route offers a straightforward and efficient way to travel 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

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

89 miles from Muldrow, OK

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 31m into the drive .

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Drive Character

Expect a "turn-heavy local drive" profile for this route, suggesting a mix of road types rather than a continuous highway experience. With a 4 out of 4 highway share, you'll spend a good amount of time on major roadways, including a longest stretch of 154.3 miles on the Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway. This extended segment likely offers a more consistent driving pace before you transition to local roads. The profile indicates that you'll encounter more turns and potentially varying speed limits as you approach your destination, requiring your attention.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 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 154.3 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in.

Route Complexity 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 177.9 miles you will encounter 12 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 0.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 156.8 miles (I 240; OK 3 / Southeast Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 164.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 12 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

6
0.8 mi into trip | ~1m in

Take the ramp toward I 40 West: Oklahoma City

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes. Toward I 40 West: Oklahoma City
8
156.8 mi into trip | ~2h 40m in | 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
164.8 mi into trip | ~2h 49m in

Take the exit toward OK 77H South: Tinker Air Force Base, Sooner Road

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 8 Toward OK 77H South: Tinker Air Force Base, Soo...
6
165 mi into trip | ~2h 49m in | Southeast 74th Street

Turn left onto Southeast 74th Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
6
165 mi into trip | ~2h 49m in | OK 77H / South Sooner Road

Turn left onto OK 77H / South Sooner Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

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 Muldrow, OK to Norman, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Dallas along the way.

Dallas

156.8 mi in | ~2h 40m | via I 240; OK 3

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway 154.3 mi 2h 37m
Southeast Expressway 8 mi 8m
South Sooner Road 6.6 mi 10m
12th Avenue Northeast 4.5 mi 7m
Tim Vandiver Memorial Highway 1.5 mi 1m
East Robinson Street 1 mi 2m
South Main Street 0.8 mi 1m
North Porter Avenue 0.7 mi 1m
Longest stretch: Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway — 154.3 mi, about 2h 37m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Muldrow, OK and Norman, OK.

1

Start on OK 64B

0.8 mi · 1 min · South Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
2

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 31 sec
Toward I 40 West: Oklahoma City Use the straight / right lanes.
3

Merge onto I 40

79 mi · 1 hr 20 min · Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
4

Continue on I 40

1.5 mi · 1 min · Tim Vandiver Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
5

Continue on I 40

75 mi · 1 hr 16 min · Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
6

Keep slight right at fork onto I 240; OK 3

8.0 mi · 8 min · Southeast Expressway
Toward OK 3 West, I 240 West: Lawton, Dallas Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 28 sec
Exit 8 Toward OK 77H South: Tinker Air Force Base, Sooner Road Use the slight right lane.
8

Turn left onto Southeast 74th Street

230 ft · 12 sec · Southeast 74th Street
Use the left lane.
9

Turn left onto OK 77H

6.6 mi · 10 min · South Sooner Road
Use the left lane.
10

Continue on OK 77H

4.5 mi · 7 min · 12th Avenue Northeast
Use the straight / right lanes.
11

Turn right onto East Robinson Street

1.0 mi · 2 min · East Robinson Street
12

Turn left onto North Porter Avenue

0.7 mi · 1 min · North Porter Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
13

Turn right onto East Gray Street

464 ft · 21 sec · East Gray Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
14

Turn left onto North Crawford Avenue

403 ft · 21 sec · North Crawford Avenue
15

Turn left onto East Main Street

355 ft · 12 sec · East Main Street
16

Arrive at destination

East Main Street

Trip Plan

Given the manageable 3-hour duration, this trip is perfect for a single day. Consider departing in the morning to allow for a relaxed pace and to avoid potential afternoon traffic. With only one recommended stop, plan it strategically for a break or to refuel. The estimated fuel cost of $28 is budget-friendly, but it's always wise to check your fuel gauge before you leave Muldrow. Keep an eye on your navigation as you transition between the Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway and Southeast Expressway, as the "turn-heavy" profile suggests some distinct changes in direction are coming up.

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 89 miles from Muldrow, OK, or about 1h 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 154.3 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 80 miles or 1h 22m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 89 miles or 1h 31m 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 29m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Norman, OK than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Muldrow, 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 Muldrow, OK

This is one driving day of about 177.9 miles and 3h 11m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Muldrow, 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 154.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 89 mi from Muldrow, OK · 1h 31m into the drive

city in Grayson County, Texas, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Denison, TX

89 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

Denison, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Denison, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 89 miles from Muldrow, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 154.3 miles.

Arriving in Norman, OK

The final approach into Norman, 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 Norman, OK.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Oklahoma City National Memorial

Oklahoma City National Memorial

National Memorial

The outdoor symbolic memorial is a place of quiet reflection, honoring victims, survivors, rescuers, and all who were changed forever on April 19, 1995. It encompasses the now sacred soil where the Al...

8 mi from route ~21 min detour $18 near mile 165.7
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$27.81 one way

$55.63 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 62 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $30.54 $61.07
premium $4.89 $34.24 $68.47
diesel $5.61 $39.28 $78.56

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$28

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$53–$78

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 62.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 53.4 0 $18.68 $8.54
Efficient EV 44.5 0 $15.57 $7.12
EV Truck/SUV 71.2 0 $24.91 $11.39

Gas CO2

62 kg

EV CO2

21 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.

Forecast data refreshed 5 days ago

Origin

Muldrow, OK

Night in Muldrow on Tuesday

Local time

11:29 PM

CDT

Current temp

60°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Norman, OK

Night in Norman on Tuesday

Local time

11:29 PM

CDT

Current temp

51°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

9 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 11m 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 Muldrow, OK to Norman, OK covers 177.9 miles and takes about 3h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway, Southeast Expressway, South Sooner Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 89 miles from Muldrow, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $27.81 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 177.9 miles you will encounter 12 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 0.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 156.8 miles (I 240; OK 3 / Southeast Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 164.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Muldrow, OK to Norman, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Dallas along the way.

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