Origin
Stroud, OK
Night in Stroud on Wednesday
Local time
11:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Stroud, OK to Midwest City, OK
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 7m
Distance
59.7 mi
96 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 2m
★
6 AM
1h 7m
8 AM
1h 18m
10 AM
1h 11m
12 PM
1h 10m
3 PM
1h 11m
5 PM
1h 17m
8 PM
1h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Stroud, OK
cottonbro CG studio
Midwest City, OK
John Hill
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion across the Great Plains, the 59.7-mile connection between Stroud and Midwest City is a straightforward option. You can expect to spend about 57 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. Budgeting roughly $9 for fuel should cover your transit comfortably. Navigating this route involves a mix of West Main Street, North 8th Avenue, and the Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike. Since the entire drive stays within Oklahoma, you won't need to worry about complex regional transitions or overnight logistics. It is a practical, no-fuss journey that gets you from point A to point B efficiently.
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
29.9 miles from Stroud, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 31m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged rather than lulling you into the monotony of a long interstate haul. The route relies entirely on local roads and the turnpike, with a highway share of 0%, meaning you will experience a more grounded, regional pace. Because this path is characterized by its local road connectivity, you will find yourself navigating turns frequently rather than settling into a singular, long-distance stretch. The transition from Stroud into the more developed landscape of Midwest City happens steadily, requiring your full attention on the road rather than allowing for highway cruising. It is a functional path designed for utility rather than high-speed travel.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 44.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike and World War II Veterans Memorial Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 59.7 miles you will encounter 15 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 0.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 45.4 miles (I 44): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 50 miles (I 35 / World War II Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0.7 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
7
45.4 mi into trip
|
~47m in
|
I 44
Take the exit onto I 44 toward I 35 South, I 44 West, OK 66 West: Dallas, Lawton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward I 35 South, I 44 West, OK 66 West: Dalla...
7
50 mi into trip
|
~52m in
|
I 35 / World War II Veterans Memorial Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 35 / World War II Veterans Memorial Highway toward I 35 South: Dallas
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 35 South: Dallas
7
54.8 mi into trip
|
~58m in
Take the exit toward I 40 East, US 270 East: Fort Smith
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 40 East, US 270 East: Fort Smith
8
57.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
Take the exit toward Del City, Midwest City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 155B
Toward Del City, Midwest City
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Stroud, OK and Midwest City, OK, road signs point toward Lawton and Reno Avenue East.
Lawton
45.4 mi in
|
~47m
|
via I 44
Reno Avenue East
55 mi in
|
~59m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike | 44.2 mi | 44m |
| World War II Veterans Memorial Highway | 4.5 mi | 5m |
| Honorable Hannah Diggs Atkins, Secretary of State, Memorial Highway | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| Southeast 15th Street | 2 mi | 3m |
| Tinker Diagonal | 2 mi | 2m |
| Representative Opio Toure Memorial Highway | 1.5 mi | 1m |
| I 44 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| North 8th Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike
— 44.2 mi, about 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stroud, OK and Midwest City, OK.
1
Start on North 4th Avenue
139 ft
·
10 sec
·
North 4th Avenue
2
Turn left onto US Historic 66; OK 66
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
West Main Street
3
Turn right onto OK 99; US 377
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
North 8th Avenue
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
4
Take the exit
314 ft
·
7 sec
Use the straight / left lanes.
5
Continue on this road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
this road
6
Merge onto I 44
44 mi
·
44 min
·
Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
7
Take the exit onto I 44
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
·
I 44
Toward I 35 South, I 44 West, OK 66 West: Dallas, Lawton
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
8
Merge onto I 35; I 44; OK 66
4.2 mi
·
4 min
·
World War II Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 35
0.4 mi
·
26 sec
·
World War II Veterans Memorial Highway
Toward I 35 South: Dallas
Use the slight left lane.
10
Continue on I 35
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Honorable Hannah Diggs Atkins, Secretary of State, Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on I 35
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Representative Opio Toure Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 40 East, US 270 East: Fort Smith
Use the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 40 East, US 270 East: Fort Smith, Reno Avenue East, Scott Street
14
Merge onto I 40; US 270
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Tinker Diagonal
Use the straight lane.
15
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
Exit 155B
Toward Del City, Midwest City
Use the slight right lane.
16
Turn slight left onto Southeast 15th Street
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
·
Southeast 15th Street
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
17
Continue on Southeast 15th Street
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Southeast 15th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Turn right onto Felix Place
115 ft
·
7 sec
·
Felix Place
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Turn right
34 ft
·
4 sec
20
Turn right
34 ft
·
2 sec
21
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short trip under an hour, you have maximum flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the 59.7-mile journey in one go without needing to plan for formal rest stops, though it is always wise to check your fuel levels before heading out. Given the turn-heavy nature of the route, stay alert at intersections as you transition between West Main Street and the turnpike segments. Keeping your $9 fuel budget in mind, you might want to fill up in Stroud before you begin if you prefer to avoid stopping once you are underway. Use this time to enjoy a direct, efficient drive that maximizes your day without the fatigue of a longer haul.
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 29.9 miles from Stroud, OK, or about 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 44.2 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 13 miles or 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 29.9 miles or 31m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 53m
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 Stroud, OK so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Stroud, OK
This is one driving day of about 59.7 miles and 1h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 13 miles from Stroud, OK.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike for about 44.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.9 mi from Stroud, OK · 31m 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 Stroud, 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
$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 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.21
Turner Turnpike
(44.2 mi)
$2.21
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
$9
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
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
Midwest City, OK
Night in Midwest City on Wednesday
Local time
11:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
76°F
Forest Park, 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
2 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 7m 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 Stroud, OK to Midwest City, OK covers 59.7 miles and takes about 1h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike, World War II Veterans Memorial Highway, Honorable Hannah Diggs Atkins, Secretary of State, Memorial Highway. 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 Stroud, 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 59.7 miles you will encounter 15 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 0.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 45.4 miles (I 44): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 50 miles (I 35 / World War II Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Stroud, OK and Midwest City, OK, road signs point toward Lawton and Reno Avenue East.
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