Origin
Piedmont, OK
Afternoon in Piedmont on Wednesday
Local time
12:46 PM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Piedmont, OK to Shawnee, OK
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 16m
Distance
59.9 mi
96 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 11m
★
6 AM
1h 17m
8 AM
1h 29m
10 AM
1h 21m
12 PM
1h 20m
3 PM
1h 22m
5 PM
1h 28m
8 PM
1h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Piedmont, OK
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Shawnee, OK
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Trip Overview
The drive from Piedmont, OK to Shawnee, OK covers 59.9 miles and takes about 1h 16m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway, Tinker Diagonal, Northwest Expressway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 16.2 miles on Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.36 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
30 miles from Piedmont, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 41m into the drive .
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Drive Character
The drive from Piedmont, OK to Shawnee, OK covers 59.9 miles and takes about 1h 16m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 16.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 13.2 miles in near OK 3.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 59.9 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 13.2 miles (OK 3): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 24.3 miles (I 40; US 270 / Tinker Diagonal): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
13.2 mi into trip
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~19m in
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OK 3
Take the exit onto OK 3 toward OK 3 East, OK 74 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward OK 3 East, OK 74 South
7
18.1 mi into trip
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~25m in
Take the exit toward I 40 East: Fort Smith
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 120B
Toward I 40 East: Fort Smith
9
24.3 mi into trip
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~34m in
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I 40; US 270 / Tinker Diagonal
Keep slight left at fork onto I 40; US 270 / Tinker Diagonal toward I 240 East, US 270 East: Fort Smith
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 128
Toward I 240 East, US 270 East: Fort Smith
8
52.2 mi into trip
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~1h 5m in
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OK 3W; US 270
Take the exit onto OK 3W; US 270 toward US 177, OK 3W East, US 270 East: Shawnee, Tecumseh
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / right lanes.
Exit 181
Toward US 177, OK 3W East, US 270 East: Shawnee...
8
52.4 mi into trip
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~1h 6m in
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OK 3W; US 270
Keep slight right at fork onto OK 3W; US 270 toward US 177 South, OK 3W East, US 270 East: Shawnee, Tecumseh
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward US 177 South, OK 3W East, US 270 East: S...
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 Piedmont, OK to Shawnee, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Tecumseh along the way.
Tecumseh
52.2 mi in
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~1h 5m
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via OK 3W; US 270
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway | 16.2 mi | 17m |
| Tinker Diagonal | 11.8 mi | 13m |
| Northwest Expressway | 10.6 mi | 15m |
| OK 3W | 6 mi | 7m |
| Crosstown Expressway | 5.6 mi | 6m |
| Will Rogers Expressway | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| Piedmont Road North | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Lake Hefner Parkway | 1.8 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway
— 16.2 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Piedmont, OK and Shawnee, OK.
1
Start on Northwest 1st Street
50 ft
·
4 sec
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Northwest 1st Street
2
Turn right onto Monroe Avenue Northwest
370 ft
·
18 sec
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Monroe Avenue Northwest
3
Turn right onto OK 4
2.6 mi
·
4 min
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Piedmont Road North
4
Turn left onto OK 3
11 mi
·
15 min
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Northwest Expressway
Use the straight lane.
5
Take the exit onto OK 3
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
OK 3
Toward OK 3 East, OK 74 South
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Merge onto OK 3; OK 74
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Lake Hefner Parkway
Use the straight lane.
7
Merge onto I 44; OK 3
2.9 mi
·
3 min
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Will Rogers Expressway
Use the straight lane.
8
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 120B
Toward I 40 East: Fort Smith
Use the slight left lane.
9
Merge onto I 40; US 270
5.6 mi
·
6 min
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Crosstown Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 40; US 270
12 mi
·
13 min
·
Tinker Diagonal
Exit 128
Toward I 240 East, US 270 East: Fort Smith
Use the slight left lane.
11
Continue on I 40; US 270; OK 3
16 mi
·
17 min
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Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
12
Take the exit onto OK 3W; US 270
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
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OK 3W; US 270
Exit 181
Toward US 177, OK 3W East, US 270 East: Shawnee, Tecumseh
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork onto OK 3W; US 270
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
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OK 3W; US 270
Toward US 177 South, OK 3W East, US 270 East: Shawnee, Tecumseh
Use the straight lane.
14
Merge onto OK 3W; US 177; US 270
5.4 mi
·
6 min
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OK 3W; US 177; US 270
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
16
Continue on OK 18
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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West Farrall Street
17
Turn left onto South Kickapoo Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
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South Kickapoo Street
18
Turn sharp right onto West Main Street
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
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West Main Street
19
Arrive at destination
West Main Street
Trip Plan
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 30 miles from Piedmont, OK, or about 41m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 16.2 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 59.9 miles or 1h 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 30 miles or 41m 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 4m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Shawnee, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Piedmont, 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 Piedmont, OK
This is one driving day of about 59.9 miles and 1h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Piedmont, OK.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway for about 16.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 30 mi from Piedmont, OK · 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 59.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30 miles from Piedmont, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Shawnee, OK
The final approach into Shawnee, 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 Shawnee, 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
$9.36 one way
$18.73 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.28 | $20.56 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.53 | $23.05 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.23 | $26.45 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 21 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18 | 0 | $6.29 | $2.88 |
| Efficient EV | 15 | 0 | $5.24 | $2.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24 | 0 | $8.39 | $3.83 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Shawnee, OK
Afternoon in Shawnee on Wednesday
Local time
12:46 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°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
1 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
1h 16m 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 Piedmont, OK to Shawnee, OK covers 59.9 miles and takes about 1h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway, Tinker Diagonal, Northwest Expressway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 30 miles from Piedmont, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.36 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 demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 59.9 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 13.2 miles (OK 3): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 24.3 miles (I 40; US 270 / Tinker Diagonal): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Piedmont, OK to Shawnee, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Tecumseh along the way.
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