Origin
Pawhuska, OK
Afternoon in Pawhuska on Sunday
Local time
1:33 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pawhuska, OK to Edmond, OK
Drive Time
2h 30m
Distance
133.6 mi
215 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
Photo: cottonbro CG studio
Trip Overview
Connecting Pawhuska to Edmond, this 133.6-mile journey across the Great Plains serves as a straightforward, single-day excursion. You can expect to spend approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes behind the wheel, making it an efficient trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. Your budget for gas should hover around $20, keeping this an affordable option for travelers. The route utilizes a combination of East Main Street, US 60, and the World War II Veterans Memorial Highway. Because both the origin and destination sit firmly within the Great Plains, you will enjoy consistent regional terrain throughout the entire drive. It is an ideal route if you are looking for a manageable, practical trip between these two Oklahoma hubs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
66.8 miles from Pawhuska, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 20m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your attention rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. With only 22% of the route consisting of highway travel, the experience is defined by its winding, localized nature. You will spend the longest uninterrupted portion of your journey on the World War II Veterans Memorial Highway, which spans 72 miles. This segment offers a change of pace from the more technical turns found on the local roads. As you navigate the transition from Pawhuska to Edmond, the road character shifts from quiet local stretches to more structured highway driving.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
World War II Veterans Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 72 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 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near Kihekah Avenue.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 133.6 miles you will encounter 8 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 0.4 miles (Kihekah Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (US 60; OK 11 / East Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 57.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.4 mi into trip
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~1m in
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Kihekah Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto Kihekah Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
0.4 mi into trip
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~1m in
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US 60; OK 11 / East Main Street
Turn right onto US 60; OK 11 / East Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
57.3 mi into trip
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~1h 10m in
Turn left
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
8
130.4 mi into trip
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~2h 24m in
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US 77
Take the exit onto US 77 toward OK 66 East, US 77 South: Southeast 2nd Street
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 141
Toward OK 66 East, US 77 South: Southeast 2nd S...
6
130.6 mi into trip
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~2h 24m in
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US 77
Keep slight right at fork onto US 77
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| World War II Veterans Memorial Highway | 72 mi | 1h 12m |
| East Main Street | 31.1 mi | 37m |
| US 60 | 25.7 mi | 31m |
| US 77 | 3.2 mi | 6m |
| Shannon Miller Parkway | 0.9 mi | <1m |
| Kihekah Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Leahy Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East 9th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
World War II Veterans Memorial Highway
— 72 mi, about 1h 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pawhuska, OK and Edmond, OK.
1
Start on Leahy Avenue
268 ft
·
13 sec
·
Leahy Avenue
2
Turn right onto East 9th Street
246 ft
·
13 sec
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East 9th Street
3
Turn left onto Kihekah Avenue
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
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Kihekah Avenue
4
At end of road, turn right onto Kihekah Avenue
219 ft
·
8 sec
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Kihekah Avenue
5
Turn right onto US 60; OK 11
31 mi
·
37 min
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East Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Continue on US 60
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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US 60
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Continue on US 60
25 mi
·
30 min
·
US 60
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Use the straight / left lanes.
9
Merge onto I 35
72 mi
·
1 hr 12 min
·
World War II Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on I 35; US 77
0.9 mi
·
57 sec
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Shannon Miller Parkway
11
Take the exit onto US 77
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
US 77
Exit 141
Toward OK 66 East, US 77 South: Southeast 2nd Street
Use the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto US 77
3.0 mi
·
5 min
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US 77
Use the straight / left lanes.
13
Arrive at destination
US Historic 66; US 77
Trip Plan
Given the 2.5-hour duration, you have plenty of flexibility when planning your departure time. Since the trip is relatively short, you only need to factor in one planned stop to keep your drive comfortable. Be mindful that because this is a turn-heavy route, it is wise to stay alert and pace yourself through the more technical sections. Fill your tank before leaving Pawhuska to ensure your $20 fuel budget covers the distance without unnecessary detours. A great strategy for this drive is to tackle the 72-mile stretch on the World War II Veterans Memorial Highway mid-trip, as it provides a steady rhythm that helps you make good time before arriving in Edmond.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 66.8 miles from Pawhuska, OK, or about 1h 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 72 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 80 miles or 1h 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 66.8 miles or 1h 20m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 3m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Edmond, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Pawhuska, 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 Pawhuska, OK
This is one driving day of about 133.6 miles and 2h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Pawhuska, OK.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on World War II Veterans Memorial Highway for about 72 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 66.8 mi from Pawhuska, OK · 1h 20m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
67 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 66.8 miles from Pawhuska, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before World War II Veterans Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 72 miles.
Arriving in Edmond, OK
The final approach into Edmond, OK usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Edmond, OK.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$20.29 one way
$40.58 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
47 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $22.37 | $44.74 |
| premium | $4.80 | $25.22 | $50.44 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $29.68 | $59.36 |
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: 46.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 40.1 | 0 | $14.03 | $6.41 |
| Efficient EV | 33.4 | 0 | $11.69 | $5.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 53.4 | 0 | $18.70 | $8.55 |
Gas CO2
47 kg
EV CO2
16 kg (66% 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
Edmond, OK
Afternoon in Edmond on Sunday
Local time
1:33 PM
CDT
Current temp
52°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
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
2h 30m 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 Pawhuska, OK to Edmond, OK covers 133.6 miles and takes about 2h 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are World War II Veterans Memorial Highway, East Main Street, US 60. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 66.8 miles from Pawhuska, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $20.29 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 133.6 miles you will encounter 8 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 0.4 miles (Kihekah Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (US 60; OK 11 / East Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 57.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Pawhuska, OK to Edmond, OK does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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