Origin
Norman, OK
Evening in Norman on Friday
Local time
5:53 PM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Norman, OK to Marietta, OK
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 47m
Distance
98.5 mi
159 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 40m
★
6 AM
1h 48m
8 AM
2h 3m
10 AM
1h 53m
12 PM
1h 52m
3 PM
1h 54m
5 PM
2h 3m
8 PM
1h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Norman, OK
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Marietta, OK
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Trip Overview
Norman, OK to Marietta, OK is 98.5 miles and takes about 1 hour 47 minutes via World War I Veterans Memorial Highway, with a fuel budget near $15 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Great Plains region, offering a straightforward trip between two Oklahoma towns. Given its relatively short duration and turn-heavy nature, it's a good option for a single-day excursion when you don't want to spend all day on the road. You'll navigate primarily local roads, so keep an eye out for changes in speed limits and road conditions as you make your way south. Plan for a relaxed pace rather than a high-speed transit.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
49.3 miles from Norman, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 55m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 47m. Total distance: 98.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
This route is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' meaning you'll encounter numerous turns and transitions rather than long, uninterrupted highway stretches. With a 0% highway share, expect to be on local roads for the entire 98.5 miles. The longest continuous segment you'll experience is 81.7 miles on the World War I Veterans Memorial Highway. This suggests a drive that requires your attention to navigation and road signs, with frequent adjustments to your course as you travel south. The profile indicates a journey that feels more like navigating through communities than a typical interstate cruise.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
World War I Veterans Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 81.7 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 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Porter Avenue.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 98.5 miles you will encounter 10 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: near the start (North Porter Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.1 miles (East Gray Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles (West Main Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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North Porter Avenue
Turn left onto North Porter Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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East Gray Street
Turn left onto East Gray Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
1 mi into trip
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~3m in
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West Main Street
Turn right onto West Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
97 mi into trip
|
~1h 43m in
Take the exit toward OK 32: Marietta, Ryan
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 15
Toward OK 32: Marietta, Ryan
7
97.8 mi into trip
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~1h 45m in
|
US 77; OK 32
At end of road, turn right onto US 77; OK 32
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| World War I Veterans Memorial Highway | 81.7 mi | 1h 23m |
| Director Steven Stokes Memorial Highway | 11 mi | 11m |
| West Main Street | 2.4 mi | 5m |
| East Gray Street | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| McCall Bridge | 0.8 mi | <1m |
| Memorial Drive | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Doctor James E. and Representative Mina M. Hibdon Memorial Highway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| US 77 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
— 81.7 mi, about 1h 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Norman, OK and Marietta, OK.
1
Start on East Main Street
106 ft
·
10 sec
·
East Main Street
2
Turn left onto North Porter Avenue
389 ft
·
15 sec
·
North Porter Avenue
Use the left lane.
3
Turn left onto East Gray Street
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
East Gray Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
4
Turn left onto North Flood Avenue
315 ft
·
14 sec
·
North Flood Avenue
5
Turn right onto West Main Street
1.8 mi
·
4 min
·
West Main Street
Use the straight lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Use the left lane.
7
Merge onto I 35
0.5 mi
·
31 sec
·
Doctor James E. and Representative Mina M. Hibdon Memorial Highway
8
Continue on I 35
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto OK 9; I 35
0.8 mi
·
52 sec
·
McCall Bridge
10
Continue on OK 9; I 35
32 mi
·
33 min
·
World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on I 35
11 mi
·
11 min
·
Director Steven Stokes Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on I 35
48 mi
·
48 min
·
World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 15
Toward OK 32: Marietta, Ryan
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Turn left onto OK 32
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Memorial Drive
15
At end of road, turn right onto US 77; OK 32
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
US 77; OK 32
Use the straight / left lanes.
16
Continue on OK 32
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
17
Arrive at destination
OK 32
Trip Plan
Since this is a shorter drive of just under two hours, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience. Leaving Norman in the morning will allow you to arrive in Marietta with plenty of daylight remaining. While there are no designated stops mentioned, the frequent turns suggest you might want to break up the drive with short pauses at your own discretion, perhaps for a quick stretch or to grab a coffee. Be mindful of the fuel cost estimate of $15, and ensure your tank is adequately filled before departing Norman, as you'll be on local roads for the majority of the trip. Pay close attention to local speed limit changes as you pass through smaller towns along the way.
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 49.3 miles from Norman, OK, or about 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 81.7 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 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49.3 miles or 55m 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 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Marietta, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Norman, OK so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Norman, OK
This is one driving day of about 98.5 miles and 1h 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Norman, OK.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on World War I Veterans Memorial Highway for about 81.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 49.3 mi from Norman, OK · 55m 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 49.3 miles from Norman, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before World War I Veterans Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 81.7 miles.
Arriving in Marietta, OK
The final approach into Marietta, 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
$15.40 one way
$30.80 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $16.91 | $33.82 |
| premium | $4.89 | $18.96 | $37.91 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.75 | $43.50 |
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 · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.5 | 0 | $10.34 | $4.73 |
| Efficient EV | 24.6 | 0 | $8.62 | $3.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 39.4 | 0 | $13.79 | $6.30 |
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
12 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
Marietta, OK
Evening in Marietta on Friday
Local time
5:53 PM
CDT
Current temp
79°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
8 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 47m 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 Norman, OK to Marietta, OK covers 98.5 miles and takes about 1h 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are World War I Veterans Memorial Highway, Director Steven Stokes Memorial Highway, West Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 49.3 miles from Norman, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.40 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 98.5 miles you will encounter 10 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: near the start (North Porter Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.1 miles (East Gray Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles (West Main Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Norman, OK to Marietta, OK does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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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