Oakland, OK to Lawton, OK is 130.2 miles and takes about 2h 26m via OK 7, with a fuel budget near $20 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, single-day drive focused primarily on highways, connecting two points within Oklahoma's Great Plains region. You'll spend most of your time on well-maintained roads, making it a practical option for a quick trip. Given its relatively short duration and manageable fuel cost, this route is ideal if you're looking for an efficient way to travel between these two locations without needing an overnight stop.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
65.1 miles from Oakland, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 11m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 26m. Total distance: 130.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 63% of the journey taking place on major roads like OK 7 and the World War I Veterans Memorial Highway. You'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 81.2 miles on OK 7, indicating long, consistent stretches of driving. The profile suggests a consistent pace, likely with fewer complex intersections or slowdowns compared to a more varied route. Expect a smooth, efficient driving experience for the majority of the trip, allowing you to cover ground quickly.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
OK 7 is the longest continuous segment at about 81.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on OK 7 and World War I Veterans Memorial Highway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 21.1 miles in near US 70.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 26m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 21.1 miles (US 70): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 21.4 miles (I 35; US 70 / World War I Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 47.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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21.1 mi into trip|~24m in|US 70
Take the exit onto US 70 toward I 35: Oklahoma City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 35: Oklahoma City
5
21.4 mi into trip|~24m in|I 35; US 70 / World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 35; US 70 / World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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47.4 mi into trip|~50m in
Take the exit toward OK 7: Davis, Duncan, Sulphur
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 55
Toward OK 7: Davis, Duncan, Sulphur
5
129.9 mi into trip|~2h 26m in|US 281 Business / Southwest 2nd Street
Turn right onto US 281 Business / Southwest 2nd Street
Navigation decision point
5
130.2 mi into trip|~2h 26m in|Southwest Gore Boulevard
Turn right onto Southwest Gore Boulevard
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Oakland, OK and Lawton, OK, road signs point toward Duncan and Sulphur.
Duncan
47.4 mi in|~50m
Sulphur
47.4 mi in|~50m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
OK 7
81.2 mi
1h 32m
World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
26 mi
26m
Wiggs Avenue
21.1 mi
24m
Southwest 2nd Street
0.7 mi
1m
US 70
0.2 mi
<1m
Southwest 1st Street
0.2 mi
<1m
Southwest Lee Boulevard
0.2 mi
<1m
Southwest F Avenue
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
OK 7
— 81.2 mi, about 1h 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oakland, OK and Lawton, OK.
1
Start on US 70
21 mi·24 min·Wiggs Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
Take the exit onto US 70
0.2 mi·33 sec·US 70
Toward I 35: Oklahoma CityUse the straight / right lanes.
3
Merge onto I 35; US 70
26 mi·26 min·World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.3 mi·33 sec
Exit 55Toward OK 7: Davis, Duncan, SulphurUse the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Turn left onto OK 7
5.8 mi·6 min·OK 7
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on OK 7
27 mi·30 min·OK 7
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on OK 7
2.5 mi·2 min·OK 7
Use the straight / left lanes.
8
Continue on OK 7
6.0 mi·6 min·OK 7
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
9
Continue on OK 7
17 mi·19 min·OK 7
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Turn left onto OK 7
23 mi·26 min·OK 7
Use the straight / left lanes.
11
Continue on Southwest Lee Boulevard
0.2 mi·21 sec·Southwest Lee Boulevard
12
Turn right onto US 281 Business
0.5 mi·50 sec·Southwest 2nd Street
13
Turn right onto US 281 Business
493 ft·14 sec·Southwest F Avenue
14
Turn straight onto US 281 Business
0.2 mi·24 sec·Southwest 1st Street
15
Turn left onto US 281 Business
433 ft·10 sec·Southwest C Avenue
16
Turn right onto US 281 Business
0.2 mi·29 sec·Southwest 2nd Street
17
Turn right onto Southwest Gore Boulevard
38 ft·0 sec·Southwest Gore Boulevard
18
Arrive at destination
Southwest Gore Boulevard
Trip Plan
With a total duration of under 2.5 hours and a fuel cost estimated at $20, this trip offers excellent flexibility. You can easily depart in the morning and arrive by midday, or even leave in the afternoon. There are no specific stops recommended, so plan your own breaks as needed, perhaps during the 81.2-mile stretch on OK 7. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before embarking on that longer segment, to ensure you have ample gas to reach Lawton comfortably.
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 65.1 miles from Oakland, OK, or about 1h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 81.2 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 29 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 65.1 miles or 1h 11m 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 58m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lawton, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Oakland, 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 Oakland, OK
This is one driving day of about 130.2 miles and 2h 26m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from Oakland, OK.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on OK 7 for about 81.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 65.1 mi from Oakland, OK
· 1h 11m into the drive
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$20.36 one way
$40.71 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg46 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$22.35
$44.70
premium
$4.89
$25.06
$50.11
diesel
$5.61
$28.75
$57.49
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 45.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
39.1
0
$13.67
$6.25
Efficient EV
32.6
0
$11.39
$5.21
EV Truck/SUV
52.1
0
$18.23
$8.33
Gas CO2
46 kg
EV CO2
15 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.
Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026
Origin
Oakland, OK
Night
in Oakland on Friday
Local time
11:37 PM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Lawton, OK
Night
in Lawton on Friday
Local time
11:37 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
ESE 16 to 30 mph62% chanceLive forecast
64°F
Hennepin, OK
65 mi in
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
24 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
2h 26m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Oakland, OK to Lawton, OK covers 130.2 miles and takes about 2h 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are OK 7, World War I Veterans Memorial Highway, Wiggs Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 65.1 miles from Oakland, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $20.36 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 2h 26m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 21.1 miles (US 70): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 21.4 miles (I 35; US 70 / World War I Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 47.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Oakland, OK and Lawton, OK, road signs point toward Duncan and Sulphur.
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.
