Origin
Shawnee, OK
Night in Shawnee on Thursday
Local time
10:58 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Shawnee, OK to Stillwater, OK
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 15m
Distance
59.7 mi
96 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Fair
2 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 10m
★
6 AM
1h 15m
8 AM
1h 27m
10 AM
1h 20m
12 PM
1h 18m
3 PM
1h 20m
5 PM
1h 27m
8 PM
1h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Shawnee, OK
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Stillwater, OK
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Trip Overview
Connecting Shawnee to Stillwater is a straightforward 59.7-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes. Because this trip stays entirely within the Great Plains region of Oklahoma, you can easily complete it in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend roughly $9 on fuel for the trek, making it a budget-friendly option for commuters or casual travelers. The route relies heavily on US 177, which serves as the backbone of your drive. Since the duration is quite short, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule rather than worrying about fatigue or long-haul logistics.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 15m. Total distance: 59.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This highway-focused drive is defined by a significant 80% highway share, providing a consistent pace as you move through the Great Plains. You will spend the bulk of your time on US 177, which features a long, uninterrupted stretch of 47.8 miles. As you progress toward Stillwater, the route shifts from the main highway onto South Perkins Road and East 116th Street for the final approach. Behind the wheel, you should expect a steady, efficient experience rather than a winding or technical course. The transition from the open highway to local roads is minimal, keeping the overall feel of the trip predictable and direct.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 177 is the longest continuous segment at about 47.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 177 and South Perkins Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 270 Business / South Beard Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 15m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 270 Business / South Beard Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (OK 18; US 270 Business / West Farrall Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles (US 177; US 270): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 270 Business / South Beard Street
Turn right onto US 270 Business / South Beard Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
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OK 18; US 270 Business / West Farrall Street
Turn right onto OK 18; US 270 Business / West Farrall Street
Navigation decision point
5
1.6 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
US 177; US 270
Merge onto US 177; US 270
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
49.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
|
OK 33; CR EW71; US 177 / East 116th Street
Turn left onto OK 33; CR EW71; US 177 / East 116th Street
Navigation decision point
6
59.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
|
OK 51 / East 6th Avenue
Turn left onto OK 51 / East 6th Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 177 | 47.8 mi | 57m |
| South Perkins Road | 9 mi | 11m |
| East 116th Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| West Farrall Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| East 6th Avenue | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| South Beard Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| West Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 177
— 47.8 mi, about 57m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Shawnee, OK and Stillwater, OK.
1
Start on West Main Street
139 ft
·
7 sec
·
West Main Street
2
Turn right onto US 270 Business
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
South Beard Street
3
Turn right onto OK 18; US 270 Business
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West Farrall Street
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
5
Merge onto US 177; US 270
48 mi
·
57 min
·
US 177; US 270
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Turn left onto OK 33; CR EW71; US 177
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
East 116th Street
7
Turn slight right
265 ft
·
9 sec
Use the right lane.
8
Turn straight onto US 177
9.0 mi
·
11 min
·
South Perkins Road
9
Turn left onto OK 51
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East 6th Avenue
Use the left lane.
10
Arrive at destination
OK 51
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.9 mi from Shawnee, OK · 37m 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.9 miles from Shawnee, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Stillwater, OK
The final approach into Stillwater, 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
$9.33 one way
$18.67 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.25 | $20.50 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.49 | $22.98 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.18 | $26.36 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.9 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 | 17.9 | 0 | $6.27 | $2.87 |
| Efficient EV | 14.9 | 0 | $5.22 | $2.39 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.9 | 0 | $8.36 | $3.82 |
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
Stillwater, OK
Night in Stillwater on Thursday
Local time
10:58 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
68°F
Warwick, OK
30 mi in
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
18 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 15m 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 Shawnee, OK to Stillwater, OK covers 59.7 miles and takes about 1h 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 177, South Perkins Road, East 116th Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.9 miles from Shawnee, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.33 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 straightforward 1h 15m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 270 Business / South Beard Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (OK 18; US 270 Business / West Farrall Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles (US 177; US 270): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Shawnee, OK to Stillwater, OK does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Oklahoma City National Memorial.
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