Norman, OK to Oakland, OK is 104.6 miles and takes about 1 hour 54 minutes via World War I Veterans Memorial Highway and US 70, with a fuel budget near $16 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive keeps you within the Great Plains region for its entirety, offering a straightforward local experience. It's a relatively short journey, making it ideal for a single-day trip without feeling rushed. Plan for a day of varied road types and a manageable distance, perfect for a quick transition between locations within Oklahoma.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
52.3 miles from Norman, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 59m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 54m. Total distance: 104.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (21%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
This drive is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' meaning you'll encounter frequent changes in direction rather than long, straight stretches. While 21% of the route utilizes highways, the majority involves navigating local roads. The longest uninterrupted segment you'll experience is 67.8 miles along the World War I Veterans Memorial Highway. Expect a dynamic driving experience that requires attention to navigation and road conditions as you transition between different routes like US 70 and Director Steven Stokes Memorial Highway.
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 67.8 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 9 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 Effort5/10
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 104.6 miles you will encounter 9 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 9 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip|~0m in|North Porter Avenue
Turn left onto North Porter Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|East Gray Street
Turn left onto East Gray Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
1 mi into trip|~3m in|West Main Street
Turn right onto West Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
4
2.8 mi into trip|~7m in
Take the ramp
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
83.1 mi into trip|~1h 29m in|US 70
Take the exit onto US 70 toward US 70 East: Madill, Ardmore
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 29
Toward US 70 East: Madill, Ardmore
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 Norman, OK to Oakland, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Ardmore along the way.
Ardmore
83.1 mi in|~1h 29m|via US 70
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
67.8 mi
1h 9m
US 70
21.5 mi
25m
Director Steven Stokes Memorial Highway
11 mi
11m
West Main Street
1.8 mi
4m
East Gray Street
0.8 mi
2m
McCall Bridge
0.8 mi
<1m
Doctor James E. and Representative Mina M. Hibdon Memorial Highway
0.5 mi
<1m
North Porter Avenue
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
— 67.8 mi, about 1h 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Norman, OK and Oakland, 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
34 mi·34 min·World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit onto US 70
0.3 mi·30 sec·US 70
Exit 29Toward US 70 East: Madill, ArdmoreUse the slight right lane.
14
Turn left onto US 70
2.3 mi·2 min·US 70
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
15
Continue on US 70
15 mi·16 min·US 70
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
16
Continue on US 70
3.8 mi·4 min·US 70
Use the straight / left lanes.
17
Arrive at destination
US 70
Trip Plan
Given the 1 hour 54 minute duration, this route is easily manageable in a single day, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. Consider starting in the morning to make the most of daylight and avoid potential fatigue. With only 104.6 miles, you can afford to take your time and make spontaneous stops if needed, though the data indicates no specific designated stops. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $16, and plan your refueling accordingly before embarking on the longest stretch of 67.8 miles on the World War I Veterans Memorial Highway.
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 52.3 miles from Norman, OK, or about 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 67.8 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 23 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 52.3 miles or 59m 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 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Oakland, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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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 104.6 miles and 1h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 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 67.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 52.3 mi from Norman, OK
· 59m into the drive
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.35 one way
$32.71 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg37 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$17.95
$35.91
premium
$4.89
$20.13
$40.26
diesel
$5.61
$23.09
$46.19
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
31.4
0
$10.98
$5.02
Efficient EV
26.2
0
$9.15
$4.18
EV Truck/SUV
41.8
0
$14.64
$6.69
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (68% 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 as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Norman, OK
Morning
in Norman on Saturday
Local time
7:04 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Oakland, OK
Morning
in Oakland on Saturday
Local time
7:04 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 54m 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 Oakland, OK covers 104.6 miles and takes about 1h 54m 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, US 70, Director Steven Stokes Memorial Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 52.3 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 $16.35 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 104.6 miles you will encounter 9 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.
On the drive from Norman, OK to Oakland, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Ardmore along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Chickasaw National Recreation Area and 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.
