Origin
Union City, OK
Afternoon in Union City on Wednesday
Local time
4:07 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Union City, OK to Midwest City, OK
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
47m
Distance
39.5 mi
64 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 44m
★
6 AM
0h 48m
8 AM
0h 55m
10 AM
0h 50m
12 PM
0h 50m
3 PM
0h 51m
5 PM
0h 55m
8 PM
0h 45m
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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Midwest City, OK
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick transition across the Great Plains, this 39.5-mile journey from Union City to Midwest City is an efficient option. Expect roughly 47 minutes of drive time, making this a straightforward day trip that requires no overnight stops. Budget about $6 for fuel to cover the distance, which remains entirely within the state of Oklahoma. You will navigate via a mix of the Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway, Main Street, and the Crosstown Expressway. Given the short duration, this route is ideal for those who prefer to keep their travel time minimal and predictable.
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
19.8 miles from Union City, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 23m into the drive .
Drive Character
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. While about 15% of your travel occurs on highways, the experience is defined by shifting road types rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. Your longest uninterrupted stretch is 21.1 miles along the Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway, providing a brief period of consistency before you transition into local road segments. The character of the drive changes as you move from the open plains toward the more urbanized environment of Midwest City. It is a practical, functional transit rather than a relaxed scenic cruise, so stay alert for changing traffic patterns.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 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 Midwest City, OK is easy. At 47m 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 Midwest City, 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 | — | — |
| Crosstown Expressway | — | — |
| Tinker Diagonal | — | — |
| Del City | — | — |
| Southeast 15th Street | — | — |
| Felix Place | — | — |
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 Midwest City, 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
21 mi
·
22 min
·
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
5
Continue on Crosstown Expressway
5.8 mi
·
7 min
·
Crosstown Expressway
6
Keep slight left to continue on Tinker Diagonal
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Tinker Diagonal
7
Take the exit slight right toward Del City, Midwest City
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Del City, Midwest City
8
Turn slight left onto Southeast 15th Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Southeast 15th Street
9
Continue on Southeast 15th Street
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Southeast 15th Street
10
Turn right onto Felix Place
115 ft
·
7 sec
·
Felix Place
11
Turn right
33 ft
·
5 sec
12
Turn right
33 ft
·
3 sec
13
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short trip, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around traffic or personal errands. You will not need to schedule any formal stops along the way, as the 47-minute duration is easily manageable in one go. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before leaving Union City; although the $6 cost is modest, having a full tank ensures you won't have to hunt for a station mid-route. Because the drive involves navigating local streets like Main Street and the Crosstown Expressway, it is wise to check real-time traffic apps before you pull out of the driveway to avoid potential congestion. Take advantage of the route's brevity to make this a simple, stress-free transit between these two Oklahoma communities.
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 19.8 miles from Union City, OK, or about 23m 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 39.5 miles or 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 19.8 miles or 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 40m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Midwest City, 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 39.5 miles and 47m.
At 39.5 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 19.8 mi from Union City, OK · 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.8 miles from Union City, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Midwest City, OK
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Midwest City, 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
$6.18 one way
$12.35 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.78 | $13.56 |
| premium | $4.89 | $7.60 | $15.20 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.72 | $17.44 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.9 | 0 | $4.15 | $1.90 |
| Efficient EV | 9.9 | 0 | $3.46 | $1.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.8 | 0 | $5.53 | $2.53 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Afternoon in Midwest City on Wednesday
Local time
4:07 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°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
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
47m 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 Midwest City, OK covers 39.5 miles and takes about 47m 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 19.8 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 $6.18 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 Midwest City, OK is easy. At 47m 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 Midwest City, OK is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Union City, OK to Midwest City, OK does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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