Origin
Perry, OK
Evening in Perry on Wednesday
Local time
8:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Perry, OK to Midwest City, OK
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 4m
Distance
65.1 mi
105 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 59m
★
6 AM
1h 4m
8 AM
1h 15m
10 AM
1h 8m
12 PM
1h 7m
3 PM
1h 8m
5 PM
1h 14m
8 PM
1h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Perry, OK
Wasin Pirom
Midwest City, OK
John Hill
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion through the Oklahoma Great Plains, the 65.1-mile journey from Perry to Midwest City is a straightforward option. You can expect to spend about 1 hour and 4 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. With no mandatory stops required, you can easily complete the drive in one go without needing an overnight stay. Budgeting approximately $10 for fuel should cover your travel expenses for this short distance. Since both your start and end points remain within the heart of the Great Plains, you will enjoy a consistent regional landscape throughout the commute.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
32.5 miles from Perry, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 32m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive as you navigate your way between these two cities. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route relies on Perry Avenue, Terry Drive, and the World War II Veterans Memorial Highway to get you to your destination. Because this trip features a 0% highway share, you will be traveling entirely on local roads rather than high-speed thoroughfares. This setup requires more active attention to your surroundings as you transition through the various turns. It is a practical, no-frills trek that prioritizes local connectivity over the fast-paced nature of major highways.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Perry Avenue is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Perry, OK to Midwest City, OK is easy. At 1h 4m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Perry, OK to Midwest City, OK is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Perry Avenue | — | — |
| Terry Drive | — | — |
| World War II Veterans Memorial Highway | — | — |
| Shannon Miller Parkway | — | — |
| Honorable Hannah Diggs Atkins | — | — |
| Representative Opio Toure Memorial Highway | — | — |
| I 40 East | — | — |
| Tinker Diagonal | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Perry Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Perry, OK and Midwest City, OK.
1
Start on North 7th Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North 7th Street
2
Continue on Perry Avenue
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Perry Avenue
3
Continue on Terry Drive
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Terry Drive
4
Take the ramp left
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
5
Merge slight left onto World War II Veterans Memorial Highway
43 mi
·
43 min
·
World War II Veterans Memorial Highway
6
Continue on Shannon Miller Parkway
4.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Shannon Miller Parkway
7
Continue on World War II Veterans Memorial Highway
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
World War II Veterans Memorial Highway
8
Keep slight left to continue on World War II Veterans Memorial Highway
0.4 mi
·
27 sec
·
World War II Veterans Memorial Highway
9
Continue on Honorable Hannah Diggs Atkins, Secretary of State, Memorial Highway
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Honorable Hannah Diggs Atkins, Secretary of State, Memorial Highway
10
Continue on Representative Opio Toure Memorial Highway
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Representative Opio Toure Memorial Highway
11
Take the exit slight right toward I 40 East, US 270 East: Fort Smith
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
I 40 East, US 270 East: Fort Smith
12
Keep slight left to continue on I 40 East, US 270 East: Fort Smith, Reno Avenue East, Scott Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 40 East, US 270 East: Fort Smith, Reno Avenue East, Scott Street
13
Merge slight right onto Tinker Diagonal
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Tinker Diagonal
14
Take the exit slight right toward Del City, Midwest City
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Del City, Midwest City
15
Turn slight left onto Southeast 15th Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Southeast 15th Street
16
Continue on Southeast 15th Street
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Southeast 15th Street
17
Turn right onto Felix Place
115 ft
·
7 sec
·
Felix Place
18
Turn right
33 ft
·
5 sec
19
Turn right
33 ft
·
3 sec
20
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Flexibility is your biggest advantage on this short 65.1-mile trip, as you do not need to worry about complex stop planning or fatigue management. Since the drive is just over an hour, you can comfortably leave at any time of day that fits your schedule without needing to account for extensive breaks. Because you are sticking to local roads like Perry Avenue and Terry Drive, pay close attention to your navigation apps to ensure you stay on track through the various turns. Keep in mind that your $10 fuel estimate is based on typical conditions, so verify your tank levels before you head out from Perry. Enjoy the ease of a drive that gets you to Midwest City without the stress of a long-haul journey.
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 32.5 miles from Perry, OK, or about 32m into the drive.
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 14 miles or 13m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 32.5 miles or 32m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 54m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Midwest City, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Perry, OK so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Perry, OK
This is one driving day of about 65.1 miles and 1h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 14 miles from Perry, OK.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 32.5 mi from Perry, OK · 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.5 miles from Perry, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Midwest City, OK
The final approach into Midwest City, 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
$10.18 one way
$20.36 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.17 | $22.35 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.53 | $25.06 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.37 | $28.75 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.5 | 0 | $6.84 | $3.12 |
| Efficient EV | 16.3 | 0 | $5.70 | $2.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26 | 0 | $9.11 | $4.17 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
Midwest City, OK
Evening in Midwest City on Wednesday
Local time
8:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°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
19 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 4m 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 Perry, OK to Midwest City, OK covers 65.1 miles and takes about 1h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Perry Avenue, Terry Drive, World War II Veterans Memorial Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 32.5 miles from Perry, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.18 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.
The drive from Perry, OK to Midwest City, OK is easy. At 1h 4m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Perry, OK to Midwest City, OK is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Perry, OK to Midwest City, OK does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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