Origin
Oklahoma City, OK
Night in Oklahoma City on Thursday
Local time
9:19 PM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Oklahoma City, OK to Lindsay, OK
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 20m
Distance
50.9 mi
82 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 14m
★
6 AM
1h 20m
8 AM
1h 33m
10 AM
1h 24m
12 PM
1h 23m
3 PM
1h 25m
5 PM
1h 32m
8 PM
1h 16m
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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Lindsay, OK
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Trip Overview
This 50.9-mile drive from Oklahoma City to Lindsay, OK, is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 20 minutes. With 90% of the route on highways, it's a focused drive designed for efficiency. Given its short distance and duration, this trip is perfectly suited as a day trip, with no need to split it overnight. The estimated fuel cost is around $8, making it an economical option. You'll be traveling within the Great Plains region for the entirety of this drive, experiencing a consistent landscape.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 20m. Total distance: 50.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for the most part, as 90% of this route utilizes major roads like OK 76, Will Rogers Expressway, and US 62. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 20.1 miles on OK 76. This means you'll experience a good amount of continuous driving on faster roads, minimizing time spent on slower local routes. The character of the drive remains largely consistent, offering a predictable and efficient journey.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
OK 76 is the longest continuous segment at about 20.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on OK 76 and Will Rogers Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Park Avenue.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 50.9 miles you will encounter 16 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: at 0.1 miles (Park Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Park Avenue
Turn left onto Park Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
8
1.5 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp toward I 40 West, US 270 West: Amarillo
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 40 West, US 270 West: Amarillo
8
3.9 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Take the exit toward I 44 West, OK 3 East: Lawton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Exit 147A
Toward I 44 West, OK 3 East: Lawton
8
8.6 mi into trip
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~13m in
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I 44 / Will Rogers Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 44 / Will Rogers Expressway toward I 44 West, US 62 West: Lawton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 44 West, US 62 West: Lawton
8
16.5 mi into trip
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~21m in
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US 62; US 277
Take the exit onto US 62; US 277 toward US 62 West, US 277 South: Newcastle, Blanchard
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 107
Toward US 62 West, US 277 South: Newcastle, Bla...
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 Oklahoma City, OK to Lindsay, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Blanchard along the way.
Blanchard
16.5 mi in
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~21m
|
via US 62; US 277
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| OK 76 | 20.1 mi | 35m |
| Will Rogers Expressway | 12.3 mi | 14m |
| US 62 | 11.7 mi | 16m |
| Crosstown Expressway | 2 mi | 2m |
| North Tyler Avenue | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| West Cherokee Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Council Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| West Main Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
OK 76
— 20.1 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oklahoma City, OK and Lindsay, OK.
1
Start on North Robinson Avenue
451 ft
·
25 sec
·
North Robinson Avenue
2
Turn left onto Park Avenue
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
·
Park Avenue
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
3
Turn left onto North Hudson Avenue
379 ft
·
9 sec
·
North Hudson Avenue
4
Turn right onto West Main Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
5
Turn left onto North Classen Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
North Classen Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on South Western Avenue
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
South Western Avenue
Use the straight lane.
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 40 West, US 270 West: Amarillo
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Merge onto I 40; US 270
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Crosstown Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on I 40; US 270
328 ft
·
4 sec
·
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
Toward I 40 West, US 270 West: Amarillo
Use the straight lane.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Exit 147A
Toward I 44 West, OK 3 East: Lawton
Use the left lane.
11
Merge onto I 44; OK 3
4.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Will Rogers Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto I 44
7.9 mi
·
8 min
·
Will Rogers Expressway
Toward I 44 West, US 62 West: Lawton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit onto US 62; US 277
12 mi
·
16 min
·
US 62; US 277
Exit 107
Toward US 62 West, US 277 South: Newcastle, Blanchard
Use the slight right lane.
14
Turn left onto North Tyler Avenue
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
North Tyler Avenue
Use the left lane.
15
Continue on Council Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Council Avenue
16
Turn left onto OK 76
5.6 mi
·
9 min
·
OK 76
Use the straight lane.
17
Continue on OK 76
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
OK 76
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Continue on OK 76
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
OK 76
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
19
Continue on OK 76
3.6 mi
·
6 min
·
OK 76
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
20
Continue on OK 76
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
OK 76
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
21
Continue on OK 76
4.1 mi
·
7 min
·
OK 76
Use the straight / right lanes.
22
Continue on OK 76
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
OK 76
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
23
Continue on OK 76
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
OK 76
Use the straight / left lanes.
24
Continue on OK 76
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
OK 76
Use the straight / right lanes.
25
Continue on OK 76
229 ft
·
11 sec
·
OK 76
Use the straight / right lanes.
26
At end of road, turn left onto OK 19; OK 76
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Cherokee Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
27
Turn right onto South Main Street
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
South Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
28
Turn left onto East Chickasaw Street
69 ft
·
3 sec
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East Chickasaw Street
29
Arrive at destination
East Chickasaw Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25.5 mi from Oklahoma City, OK · 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.5 miles from Oklahoma City, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lindsay, OK
The final approach into Lindsay, 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
$7.96 one way
$15.92 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.74 | $17.47 |
| premium | $4.89 | $9.80 | $19.59 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.24 | $22.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.3 | 0 | $5.34 | $2.44 |
| Efficient EV | 12.7 | 0 | $4.45 | $2.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.4 | 0 | $7.13 | $3.26 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Lindsay, OK
Night in Lindsay on Thursday
Local time
9:19 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°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
3 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 20m 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 Lindsay, OK covers 50.9 miles and takes about 1h 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are OK 76, Will Rogers Expressway, US 62. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 25.5 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 $7.96 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 50.9 miles you will encounter 16 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: at 0.1 miles (Park Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Oklahoma City, OK to Lindsay, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Blanchard along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Oklahoma City National Memorial.
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