Origin
Oklahoma City, OK
Night in Oklahoma City on Friday
Local time
10:08 PM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Oklahoma City, OK to Chandler, OK
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
52m
Distance
45.5 mi
73 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 49m
★
6 AM
0h 53m
8 AM
1h 2m
10 AM
0h 56m
12 PM
0h 55m
3 PM
0h 56m
5 PM
1h 1m
8 PM
0h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Oklahoma City, OK
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Chandler, OK
Kyle Tran
Trip Overview
This quick 45.5-mile drive from Oklahoma City to Chandler, OK, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking just about 52 minutes. You'll primarily be on the interstate, with 83% of the journey utilizing major highways like I-44 and the World War II Veterans Memorial Highway. The estimated fuel cost is a modest $7, making this an economical option. Given the short duration and straightforward route focused on highway travel, it’s perfect for a quick excursion without needing an overnight stay. You'll remain within the Great Plains region throughout this short hop.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 52m. Total distance: 45.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for most of this 45.5-mile journey, with 83% of your travel on interstates. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 31.6 miles on I-44, offering a consistent pace. While primarily an interstate drive, you'll also navigate segments of the World War II Veterans Memorial Highway and Will Rogers Expressway. This route is designed for efficient travel, providing a direct connection between your starting and ending points without significant deviations into more complex local roads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 44 is the longest continuous segment at about 31.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 44 and World War II Veterans Memorial Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in near North Oklahoma Avenue.
Driving Effort
9/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 45.5 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 52m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles (North Oklahoma Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.1 miles (Northeast 10th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.2 miles (North Walnut Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0.8 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
North Oklahoma Avenue
Turn left onto North Oklahoma Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / right lanes.
7
1.1 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
Northeast 10th Street
Turn right onto Northeast 10th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / right lanes.
7
1.2 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
North Walnut Avenue
Turn left onto North Walnut Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
4.5 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the exit toward I 44 East: Tulsa
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 4B
Toward I 44 East: Tulsa
8
43.9 mi into trip
|
~49m in
Take the exit toward OK 18: Chandler, Cushing
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 166
Toward OK 18: Chandler, Cushing
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 44 | 31.6 mi | 32m |
| World War II Veterans Memorial Highway | 4.2 mi | 4m |
| Will Rogers Expressway | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| Centennial Expressway | 3.1 mi | 3m |
| Manvel Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| North Price Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| North Robinson Avenue | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| North Oklahoma Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 44
— 31.6 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oklahoma City, OK and Chandler, OK.
1
Start on North Robinson Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Robinson Avenue
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
2
Turn right onto Northwest 6th Street
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Northwest 6th Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
3
Continue on Northeast 6th Street
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Northeast 6th Street
4
Turn left onto North Oklahoma Avenue
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
North Oklahoma Avenue
Use the left / right lanes.
5
Turn right onto Northeast 10th Street
478 ft
·
17 sec
·
Northeast 10th Street
Use the left / right lanes.
6
Turn left onto North Walnut Avenue
494 ft
·
9 sec
·
North Walnut Avenue
Use the left lane.
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward I 235 North, US 77 North: Edmond
8
Merge onto I 235; US 77
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Centennial Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 4B
Toward I 44 East: Tulsa
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto I 44; OK 66
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Will Rogers Expressway
Toward I 44 East, OK 66 East: Tulsa
Use the straight lane.
11
Merge onto I 35; I 44; OK 66
4.2 mi
·
4 min
·
World War II Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
12
Take the exit onto I 44
32 mi
·
32 min
·
I 44
Exit 138A
Toward I 44 East: Tulsa
Use the slight right lane.
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Exit 166
Toward OK 18: Chandler, Cushing
Use the right lane.
14
At end of road, turn right onto OK 18
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Price Avenue
Use the right lane.
15
Continue on OK 18
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
West 1st Street
16
Keep slight right at fork onto OK 18
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Manvel Avenue
17
Arrive at destination
US Historic 66; OK 66; OK 18
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 22.7 mi from Oklahoma City, OK · 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.7 miles from Oklahoma City, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Chandler, OK
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Chandler, OK if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.11 one way
$14.23 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $7.81 | $15.62 |
| premium | $4.89 | $8.76 | $17.51 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.05 | $20.09 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.7 | 0 | $4.78 | $2.18 |
| Efficient EV | 11.4 | 0 | $3.98 | $1.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.2 | 0 | $6.37 | $2.91 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Chandler, OK
Night in Chandler on Friday
Local time
10:08 PM
CDT
Current temp
72°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
13 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
52m 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 Oklahoma City, OK to Chandler, OK covers 45.5 miles and takes about 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 44, World War II Veterans Memorial Highway, Will Rogers 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 22.7 miles from Oklahoma City, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.11 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 short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 45.5 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 52m.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles (North Oklahoma Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.1 miles (Northeast 10th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.2 miles (North Walnut Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Oklahoma City, OK to Chandler, 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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