Origin
Shattuck, OK
Afternoon in Shattuck on Sunday
Local time
1:38 PM
CDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Shattuck, OK to Oklahoma City, OK
Drive Time
3h 17m
Distance
169.8 mi
273 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
Photo: An Vuong
Trip Overview
Traveling from Shattuck to Oklahoma City covers 169.8 miles across the Great Plains, making for a straightforward trek that usually takes about 3 hours and 17 minutes. Because this is a manageable distance, you can easily complete the entire trip in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend approximately $26 on fuel for the journey. You will primarily navigate via OK 3, the Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway, and OK 15. Whether you are heading to the city for business or returning home, this route offers a reliable connection across the state.
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
84.9 miles from Shattuck, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 40m into the drive .
Drive Character
This highway-focused drive keeps you on the move with roughly 67% of your time spent on major routes. You will experience a steady rhythm behind the wheel, including a longest uninterrupted stretch of 53.2 miles along OK 3. The path maintains a consistent feel as you transition through the open landscapes of the Great Plains. While the drive is efficient, the varied road types ensure you aren't just stuck on a monotonous interstate for the entire duration. Expect a functional, direct experience that prioritizes steady progress over technical or winding terrain.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 28 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
OK 3 is the longest continuous segment at about 53.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on OK 3 and Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 30.6 miles in near US 183; US 270; OK 3; OK 34 / 9th Street.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 169.8 miles you will encounter 10 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 30.6 miles (US 183; US 270; OK 3; OK 34 / 9th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 77.2 miles (OK 3; US 270; US 281): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 102.4 miles (US 270; US 281; OK 8 / South Clarence Nash Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
30.6 mi into trip
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~37m in
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US 183; US 270; OK 3; OK 34 / 9th Street
Turn right onto US 183; US 270; OK 3; OK 34 / 9th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
77.2 mi into trip
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~1h 31m in
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OK 3; US 270; US 281
Keep slight right at fork onto OK 3; US 270; US 281
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
102.4 mi into trip
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~2h 1m in
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US 270; US 281; OK 8 / South Clarence Nash Boulevard
Turn right onto US 270; US 281; OK 8 / South Clarence Nash Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
127.6 mi into trip
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~2h 29m in
Take the exit toward I 40 East: Oklahoma City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Toward I 40 East: Oklahoma City
6
168.8 mi into trip
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~3h 14m in
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South Klein Avenue
Turn left onto South Klein Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| OK 3 | 53.2 mi | 1h |
| Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway | 38.5 mi | 40m |
| OK 15 | 29.8 mi | 36m |
| OK 8 | 19 mi | 20m |
| 42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway | 8.4 mi | 9m |
| US 183 | 5 mi | 5m |
| US 281 Spur | 4.3 mi | 5m |
| Williams Avenue | 2 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
OK 3
— 53.2 mi, about 1h
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Shattuck, OK and Oklahoma City, OK.
1
Start on 1st Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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1st Street
2
Turn slight left onto OK 15
30 mi
·
36 min
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OK 15
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Turn right onto US 183; US 270; OK 3; OK 34
0.5 mi
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1 min
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9th Street
Use the right lane.
4
Continue on US 183; US 270; OK 3; OK 34
2.0 mi
·
3 min
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Williams Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Continue on US 183; US 270; OK 3; OK 34
5.0 mi
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5 min
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US 183; US 270; OK 3; OK 34
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
6
Continue on OK 3; US 183; US 270
24 mi
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26 min
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OK 3; US 183; US 270
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Continue on OK 3; US 270
2.0 mi
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2 min
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OK 3; US 270
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on OK 3; US 60; US 270; US 281
0.7 mi
·
49 sec
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North Main Street
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on OK 3; OK 51; US 270; US 281
8.4 mi
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9 min
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42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway
Use the straight / left lanes.
10
Continue on OK 3; US 270; US 281
4.1 mi
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4 min
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OK 3; US 270; US 281
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto OK 3; US 270; US 281
14 mi
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15 min
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OK 3; US 270; US 281
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Continue on US 270; US 281; OK 3
1.9 mi
·
2 min
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US 270; US 281; OK 3
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
13
Continue on OK 3; OK 33; US 270; US 281
9.6 mi
·
11 min
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OK 3; OK 33; US 270; US 281
Use the straight lane.
14
Turn right onto US 270; US 281; OK 8
2.0 mi
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2 min
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South Clarence Nash Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Continue on OK 8; US 270; US 281
0.5 mi
·
31 sec
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OK 8; US 270; US 281
16
Continue on OK 8; US 270; US 281
0.4 mi
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27 sec
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OK 8; US 270; US 281
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
17
Continue on OK 8; US 270; US 281
15 mi
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16 min
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OK 8; US 270; US 281
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Continue on OK 8; US 281
2.6 mi
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2 min
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OK 8; US 281
19
Continue on US 281 Spur
4.1 mi
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4 min
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US 281 Spur
Use the straight lane.
20
Continue on US 281 Spur
0.2 mi
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34 sec
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US 281 Spur
Use the straight lane.
21
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 40 East: Oklahoma City
Use the straight / left lanes.
22
Merge onto I 40
38 mi
·
40 min
·
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Continue on I 40; US 270
0.8 mi
·
59 sec
·
Crosstown Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Turn slight right onto Oklahoma City Boulevard
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Oklahoma City Boulevard
Exit 148B
Toward Oklahoma City Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
25
Turn left onto South Klein Avenue
386 ft
·
15 sec
·
South Klein Avenue
Use the left lane.
26
Turn right onto West Sheridan Avenue
0.9 mi
·
2 min
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West Sheridan Avenue
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
27
Turn left onto North Robinson Avenue
445 ft
·
20 sec
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North Robinson Avenue
Use the straight / left lanes.
28
Arrive at destination
North Robinson Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this is a one-day trip, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. With only one recommended stop required, you can pace yourself comfortably rather than feeling rushed to reach your destination. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before leaving Shattuck to stay within your $26 budget. Because the route relies heavily on state highways, stay alert for changes in speed limits as you pass through smaller communities along the way. Utilizing the 53.2-mile stretch on OK 3 is your best opportunity to make significant time, so plan your rest break for either before or after this segment.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 84.9 miles from Shattuck, OK, or about 1h 40m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 53.2 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 80 miles or 1h 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 84.9 miles or 1h 40m 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 42m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Oklahoma City, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Shattuck, 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 Shattuck, OK
This is one driving day of about 169.8 miles and 3h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Shattuck, 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 OK 3 for about 53.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 84.9 mi from Shattuck, OK · 1h 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
85 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 84.9 miles from Shattuck, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Oklahoma City, OK
The final approach into Oklahoma City, 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 Oklahoma City, 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
$25.79 one way
$51.58 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
59 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $28.43 | $56.86 |
| premium | $4.80 | $32.05 | $64.11 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $37.72 | $75.45 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 59.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 50.9 | 0 | $17.83 | $8.15 |
| Efficient EV | 42.5 | 0 | $14.86 | $6.79 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 67.9 | 0 | $23.77 | $10.87 |
Gas CO2
59 kg
EV CO2
20 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
Oklahoma City, OK
Afternoon in Oklahoma City on Sunday
Local time
1:38 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
46°F
Wellington, TX
85 mi in
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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 17m 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 Shattuck, OK to Oklahoma City, OK covers 169.8 miles and takes about 3h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are OK 3, Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway, OK 15. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 84.9 miles from Shattuck, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $25.79 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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 169.8 miles you will encounter 10 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 30.6 miles (US 183; US 270; OK 3; OK 34 / 9th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 77.2 miles (OK 3; US 270; US 281): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 102.4 miles (US 270; US 281; OK 8 / South Clarence Nash Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Shattuck, OK to Oklahoma City, OK does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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