Origin
Nichols Hills, OK
Evening in Nichols Hills on Wednesday
Local time
5:33 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Nichols Hills, OK to Enid, OK
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 24m
Distance
77.1 mi
124 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 18m
★
6 AM
1h 24m
8 AM
1h 37m
10 AM
1h 29m
12 PM
1h 27m
3 PM
1h 29m
5 PM
1h 37m
8 PM
1h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Nichols Hills, OK
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Enid, OK
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Trip Overview
The drive from Nichols Hills, OK to Enid, OK covers 77.1 miles and takes about 1h 24m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North May Avenue, West Britton Road, OK 74 North for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.05 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.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
38.6 miles from Nichols Hills, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 42m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 24m drive with frequent turns across 77.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
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.
North May Avenue is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Nichols Hills, OK to Enid, OK is easy. At 1h 24m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Nichols Hills, OK to Enid, OK is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North May Avenue | — | — |
| West Britton Road | — | — |
| OK 74 North | — | — |
| Lake Hefner Parkway | — | — |
| North Portland Avenue | — | — |
| Angie Debo Memorial Highway | — | — |
| US 64 West | — | — |
| Trooper Chris Van Krevelen Memorial Highway | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
North May Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Nichols Hills, OK and Enid, OK.
1
Start on West Wilshire Boulevard
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
West Wilshire Boulevard
2
Turn right onto North May Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
North May Avenue
3
Turn left onto West Britton Road
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
West Britton Road
4
Take the ramp right toward OK 74 North
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
OK 74 North
5
Merge slight left onto Lake Hefner Parkway
4.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Lake Hefner Parkway
6
Continue on North Portland Avenue
33 mi
·
41 min
·
North Portland Avenue
7
Continue on Angie Debo Memorial Highway
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Angie Debo Memorial Highway
8
Continue on North Portland Avenue
17 mi
·
20 min
·
North Portland Avenue
9
Take the ramp left toward US 64 West, US 412 West, CR E0425 West
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
US 64 West, US 412 West, CR E0425 West
10
Merge slight left onto Trooper Chris Van Krevelen Memorial Highway
9.8 mi
·
10 min
·
Trooper Chris Van Krevelen Memorial Highway
11
Continue on East Owen K. Garriott Road
6.4 mi
·
9 min
·
East Owen K. Garriott Road
12
Turn right onto South Grand Avenue
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
South Grand Avenue
13
Arrive at your destination
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 38.6 miles from Nichols Hills, OK, or about 42m into the drive.
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 17 miles or 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38.6 miles or 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 1h 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Enid, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Nichols Hills, OK so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Nichols Hills, OK
This is one driving day of about 77.1 miles and 1h 24m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Nichols Hills, OK.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 38.6 mi from Nichols Hills, OK · 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
39 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 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 38.6 miles from Nichols Hills, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Enid, OK
The final approach into Enid, 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
$12.05 one way
$24.11 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
27 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $13.23 | $26.47 |
| premium | $4.89 | $14.84 | $29.67 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.02 | $34.05 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.1 | 0 | $8.10 | $3.70 |
| Efficient EV | 19.3 | 0 | $6.75 | $3.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.8 | 0 | $10.79 | $4.93 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (67% 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
Enid, OK
Evening in Enid on Wednesday
Local time
5:33 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°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
2 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 24m 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 Nichols Hills, OK to Enid, OK covers 77.1 miles and takes about 1h 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North May Avenue, West Britton Road, OK 74 North. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 38.6 miles from Nichols Hills, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.05 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.
The drive from Nichols Hills, OK to Enid, OK is easy. At 1h 24m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Nichols Hills, OK to Enid, OK is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Nichols Hills, OK to Enid, OK does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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