Origin
Mustang, OK
Night in Mustang on Friday
Local time
11:21 PM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mustang, OK to Lawton, OK
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 21m
Distance
73.6 mi
118 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 15m
★
6 AM
1h 21m
8 AM
1h 34m
10 AM
1h 25m
12 PM
1h 24m
3 PM
1h 26m
5 PM
1h 33m
8 PM
1h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mustang, OK
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Lawton, OK
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 73.6-mile drive from Mustang, OK to Lawton, OK is a quick trip, averaging just 1 hour and 21 minutes. It's perfectly suited as a day trip, so you won't need to plan for an overnight stay. The route is almost entirely on highways, making it an efficient journey. With an estimated fuel cost of $12, it's an economical option for getting between these two Great Plains communities. You'll primarily be on the Harry E. Bailey Turnpike and OK 4, offering a direct path south.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 21m. Total distance: 73.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for 94% of your journey. This route largely consists of fast-paced travel, with a significant uninterrupted stretch of 52.3 miles on the Harry E. Bailey Turnpike. You'll experience a consistent driving pace for the majority of the trip, with minimal deviations from major roadways like the Pioneer Expressway. The character of the road remains predominantly highway, ensuring a smooth and direct transit between your starting and ending points in the Great Plains.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Harry E. Bailey Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 52.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Harry E. Bailey Turnpike and OK 4. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near Southwest 89th Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 21m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (Southwest 89th Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (OK 4): Lane positioning matters here; at 12.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Southwest 89th Street
Turn left onto Southwest 89th Street
Navigation decision point
6
1.3 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
OK 4
Turn right onto OK 4
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
12.4 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Take the exit toward I 44 West: Lawton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 44 West: Lawton
5
12.8 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
I 44 / Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
Merge onto I 44 / Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
72.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
|
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
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Harry E. Bailey Turnpike | 52.3 mi | 53m |
| OK 4 | 11.1 mi | 13m |
| Pioneer Expressway | 5 mi | 5m |
| Bill W. Burgess, Junior Highway | 2.5 mi | 2m |
| US 281 Business | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Southwest 89th Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| South Mustang Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Southwest Gore Boulevard | <0.1 mi | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
— 52.3 mi, about 53m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mustang, OK and Lawton, OK.
1
Start on South Mustang Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Mustang Road
2
Turn left onto Southwest 89th Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest 89th Street
3
Turn right onto OK 4
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
OK 4
Use the straight lane.
4
Continue on OK 4
9.0 mi
·
11 min
·
OK 4
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Toward I 44 West: Lawton
Use the slight right lane.
6
Merge onto I 44
52 mi
·
53 min
·
Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on I 44; US 62; US 277; US 281
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Pioneer Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
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.
9
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.
10
Turn left onto Southwest Gore Boulevard
38 ft
·
0 sec
·
Southwest Gore Boulevard
11
Arrive at destination
Southwest Gore Boulevard
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 36.8 mi from Mustang, OK · 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
37 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36.8 miles from Mustang, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.51 one way
$23.01 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $12.63 | $25.27 |
| premium | $4.89 | $14.16 | $28.33 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.25 | $32.50 |
Estimated Tolls: $3.66
Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
(52.3 mi)
$3.66
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$12
Tolls
$4
Total
$15
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.1 | 0 | $7.73 | $3.53 |
| Efficient EV | 18.4 | 0 | $6.44 | $2.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.4 | 0 | $10.30 | $4.71 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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
Night in Lawton on Friday
Local time
11:21 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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 21m 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 Mustang, OK to Lawton, OK covers 73.6 miles and takes about 1h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Harry E. Bailey Turnpike, OK 4, Pioneer Expressway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 36.8 miles from Mustang, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.51 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 straightforward 1h 21m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (Southwest 89th Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (OK 4): Lane positioning matters here; at 12.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Mustang, OK to Lawton, OK does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Oklahoma City National Memorial.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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