Origin
Union City, OK
Afternoon in Union City on Wednesday
Local time
4:06 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Union City, OK to Edmond, OK
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
54m
Distance
45.2 mi
73 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 50m
★
6 AM
0h 55m
8 AM
1h 4m
10 AM
0h 58m
12 PM
0h 57m
3 PM
0h 59m
5 PM
1h 3m
8 PM
0h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Union City, OK
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Edmond, OK
Alan Garzón
Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Union City to Edmond, you are facing a straightforward 45.2-mile journey across the Oklahoma Great Plains. Expect to spend about 54 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal candidate for a simple day trip that requires no overnight stay. You will navigate a mix of local roads and major thoroughfares, including the Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway and the John Kilpatrick Turnpike. With a fuel budget of approximately $7, the trip is highly economical for most vehicles. This route offers a practical connection between these two Oklahoma communities without the need for complex planning.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
22.6 miles from Union City, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 27m into the drive .
Drive Character
This drive presents a mixed profile, transitioning from local streets like Main Street onto faster, multi-lane highways. About 42% of your time will be spent on highways, providing a balanced experience between suburban navigation and open-road cruising. You will encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch along the John Kilpatrick Turnpike, which accounts for 19.1 miles of the trip. The road personality shifts as you move between these thoroughfares, offering a varied pace that keeps the drive engaging. Expect a steady, efficient flow as you transition from the smaller roads of Union City toward the busier corridors surrounding Edmond.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Main Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Union City, OK to Edmond, OK is easy. At 54m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Union City, OK to Edmond, OK is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Main Street | — | — |
| I 40 East | — | — |
| Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway | — | — |
| Cornwell Drive | — | — |
| North Czech Hall Road | — | — |
| Northwest 10th Street | — | — |
| I 344 East | — | — |
| John Kilpatrick Turnpike | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Main Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Union City, OK and Edmond, OK.
1
Start on Division Street
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
·
Division Street
2
Turn left onto Main Street
7.3 mi
·
8 min
·
Main Street
3
Take the exit slight right toward I 40 East, US 270 East: Oklahoma City
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
·
I 40 East, US 270 East: Oklahoma City
4
Merge slight left onto Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
11 mi
·
10 min
·
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
5
Take the exit slight right toward Cornwell Drive, Czech Hall Road
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
Cornwell Drive, Czech Hall Road
6
Keep slight left
118 ft
·
8 sec
7
Turn left onto North Czech Hall Road
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
North Czech Hall Road
8
Turn right onto Northwest 10th Street
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Northwest 10th Street
9
Continue on Northwest 10th Street
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Northwest 10th Street
10
Take the ramp left toward I 344 East
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
I 344 East
11
Merge slight left onto John Kilpatrick Turnpike
19 mi
·
20 min
·
John Kilpatrick Turnpike
12
Take the exit slight right toward US 77 North: Edmond
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
US 77 North: Edmond
13
Merge slight left onto Broadway Extension
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Broadway Extension
14
Continue on South Broadway
2.6 mi
·
5 min
·
South Broadway
15
Turn right onto East 2nd Street
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
East 2nd Street
16
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since the total duration is under an hour, you have significant flexibility regarding your departure time and pacing. Because there are zero required stops listed, you can easily complete the entire 45.2-mile stretch in one go without needing a formal rest break. However, keep an eye on your fuel gauge before you head out, as the $7 estimate assumes a standard vehicle efficiency. Given the reliance on the John Kilpatrick Turnpike, make sure you have your toll payment method ready to ensure a smooth, uninterrupted drive. Taking advantage of off-peak hours can help you avoid potential congestion on the more heavily traveled sections of the route.
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 22.6 miles from Union City, OK, or about 27m into the drive.
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 10 miles or 12m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 22.6 miles or 27m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Edmond, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Union City, OK.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Union City, OK
This is one driving day of about 45.2 miles and 54m.
At 45.2 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 22.6 mi from Union City, OK · 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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
Arriving in Edmond, OK
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Edmond, OK if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.07 one way
$14.13 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $7.76 | $15.52 |
| premium | $4.89 | $8.70 | $17.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.98 | $19.96 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.6 | 0 | $4.75 | $2.17 |
| Efficient EV | 11.3 | 0 | $3.96 | $1.81 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.1 | 0 | $6.33 | $2.89 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Edmond, OK
Afternoon in Edmond on Wednesday
Local time
4:06 PM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
4 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
54m 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 Union City, OK to Edmond, OK covers 45.2 miles and takes about 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Main Street, I 40 East, Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 22.6 miles from Union City, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.07 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.
The drive from Union City, OK to Edmond, OK is easy. At 54m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Union City, OK to Edmond, OK is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Union City, OK to Edmond, OK does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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