Drive Time
2h 50m
Distance
138.1 mi
222 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
Photo: cottonbro CG studio
The drive from Stillwater, OK to Alva, OK covers 138.1 miles and takes about 2h 50m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 64, Norma A. Lamb Highway, OK 11 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 26.1 miles on US 64. At current regular gas prices, budget about $20.98 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
69 miles from Stillwater, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 23m into the drive .
This is a 2h 50m highway drive covering 138.1 miles, with most of the trip on US 64 and Norma A. Lamb Highway. The longest continuous stretch is about 26.1 miles on US 64.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 64 and Norma A. Lamb Highway. You will hit about 18 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South Main Street.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 138.1 miles you will encounter 18 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: near the start (South Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 18.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 60.1 miles (North 54th Street): Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto South Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Take the ramp toward US 412 West: Enid
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto North 54th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto Breckenridge Road
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto OK 11; CR 28K
Lane positioning matters here
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 64 | 26.1 mi | 35m |
| Norma A. Lamb Highway | 24.5 mi | 26m |
| OK 11 | 17.9 mi | 20m |
| North Washington Street | 16.7 mi | 21m |
| US 60 | 15 mi | 17m |
| Cimarron Turnpike | 14.4 mi | 14m |
| OK 132 | 8.4 mi | 9m |
| North 54th Street | 2.5 mi | 4m |
Step-by-step road directions between Stillwater, OK and Alva, OK.
Start on OK 51
Turn right onto South Main Street
Continue on North Boomer Road
Turn straight onto North Washington Street
Continue on US 177
Take the ramp
Continue on this road
Merge onto US 412
Continue on US 64; US 412
Continue on US 64; US 412
Turn right onto North 54th Street
Turn left onto Breckenridge Road
Continue on Breckinridge Road
Turn right onto Crestwood
Turn left onto East Phillips Avenue
Turn right onto US 60; US 64; US 81
Turn left onto US 64
Continue on US 64; OK 132
Turn right onto CR 790
Turn left onto CR 20K
Turn right
Turn straight onto OK 132
Turn left onto OK 11; CR 28K
Continue on US 64
Turn right onto College Avenue
Turn left onto West Flynn Street
Arrive at destination
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.
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 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 69 miles or 1h 23m 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 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Alva, OK than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Stillwater, OK so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Stillwater, OK
This is one driving day of about 138.1 miles and 2h 50m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 69 mi from Stillwater, OK · 1h 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
69 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 69 miles from Stillwater, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Alva, 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 Alva, OK.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$20.98 one way
$41.95 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $23.12 | $46.25 |
| premium | $4.80 | $26.07 | $52.14 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $30.68 | $61.36 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.72
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 48.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 41.4 | 0 | $14.50 | $6.63 |
| Efficient EV | 34.5 | 0 | $12.08 | $5.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 55.2 | 0 | $19.33 | $8.84 |
Gas CO2
48 kg
EV CO2
16 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Afternoon in Stillwater on Saturday
Local time
4:25 PM
CDT
Current temp
49°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Afternoon in Alva on Saturday
Local time
4:25 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
52°F
Edmond, OK
69 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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