Origin
Verdigris, OK
Afternoon in Verdigris on Sunday
Local time
4:03 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Verdigris, OK to Oklahoma City, OK
Drive Time
2h 15m
Distance
124.7 mi
201 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 6m
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6 AM
2h 16m
8 AM
2h 35m
10 AM
2h 22m
12 PM
2h 20m
3 PM
2h 23m
5 PM
2h 34m
8 PM
2h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Oklahoma City, OK
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Trip Overview
Connecting Verdigris to Oklahoma City, this 124.7-mile trek across the Great Plains is a straightforward journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 15 minutes. Because of the manageable distance, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $19 on fuel for the trip, making it a budget-friendly option for travelers. The drive relies heavily on major thoroughfares like the Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike, the Skelly Bypass, and OK 66. Whether you are heading to the state capital for business or leisure, this path offers a reliable, no-nonsense connection between these two Oklahoma locations.
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
62.4 miles from Verdigris, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 9m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 79 percent of this route keeps you on high-speed roads. The core of the journey features an 86.6-mile stretch along the Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike, which serves as the primary artery for your travel. While the Skelly Bypass and sections of OK 66 add some variety to the navigation, the overall personality of the drive is consistent and efficient. You will find yourself cruising across the flat landscape of the Great Plains, where the road conditions prioritize speed and directness over technical turns. It is a steady, predictable drive that lets you settle into a rhythm behind the wheel for the duration of the trip.
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 86.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike and Skelly Bypass. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 10.1 miles in near I 44; OK 66 / Skelly Bypass.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 124.7 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 10.1 miles (I 44; OK 66 / Skelly Bypass): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 111.7 miles (I 44): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 116.3 miles (I 35 / World War II Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
10.1 mi into trip
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~13m in
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I 44; OK 66 / Skelly Bypass
Keep slight left at fork onto I 44; OK 66 / Skelly Bypass toward I 44 West, OK 66 West: Sapulpa, Oklahoma City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 44 West, OK 66 West: Sapulpa, Oklahoma...
7
111.7 mi into trip
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~1h 58m in
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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
116.3 mi into trip
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~2h 3m in
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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
9
122.9 mi into trip
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~2h 11m in
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I 40; US 270 / Crosstown Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40; US 270 / Crosstown Expressway toward I 235 North, US 77 North, I 40 West, US 270 West: Oklahoma Health Center, State Capitol, Edmond, Amarillo
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Exit 126
Toward I 235 North, US 77 North, I 40 West, US...
7
123.3 mi into trip
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~2h 12m in
Take the exit toward Oklahoma City Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 151A
Toward Oklahoma City Boulevard
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Verdigris, OK to Oklahoma City, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Lawton along the way.
Lawton
111.7 mi in
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~1h 58m
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via I 44
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike | 86.6 mi | 1h 25m |
| Skelly Bypass | 15 mi | 18m |
| OK 66 | 10 mi | 13m |
| World War II Veterans Memorial Highway | 4.5 mi | 5m |
| Honorable Hannah Diggs Atkins, Secretary of State, Memorial Highway | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| Representative Opio Toure Memorial Highway | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Crosstown Expressway | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Oklahoma City Boulevard | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike
— 86.6 mi, about 1h 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Verdigris, OK and Oklahoma City, OK.
1
Start on CR E540
112 ft
·
6 sec
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CR E540
2
Turn right onto CR S4110
324 ft
·
11 sec
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CR S4110
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
3
Turn right onto OK 66; US Historic 66
5.2 mi
·
7 min
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OK 66; US Historic 66
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
4
Continue on OK 66
0.6 mi
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1 min
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OK 66
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Continue on OK 66
4.3 mi
·
5 min
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OK 66
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 44; OK 66
14 mi
·
17 min
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Skelly Bypass
Toward I 44 West, OK 66 West: Sapulpa, Oklahoma City
Use the slight left lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 44; OK 66
1.1 mi
·
1 min
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Skelly Bypass
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on I 44
87 mi
·
1 hr 25 min
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Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike
Toward I 44 West: Oklahoma City
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit onto I 44
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
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I 44
Toward I 35 South, I 44 West, OK 66 West: Dallas, Lawton
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
10
Merge onto I 35; I 44; OK 66
4.2 mi
·
4 min
·
World War II Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 35
0.4 mi
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26 sec
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World War II Veterans Memorial Highway
Toward I 35 South: Dallas
Use the slight left lane.
12
Continue on I 35
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Honorable Hannah Diggs Atkins, Secretary of State, Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on I 35
2.5 mi
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3 min
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Representative Opio Toure Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
14
Continue on I 35; I 40; US 62; US 270
0.9 mi
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1 min
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Crosstown Expressway
15
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40; US 270
0.4 mi
·
26 sec
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Crosstown Expressway
Exit 126
Toward I 235 North, US 77 North, I 40 West, US 270 West: Oklahoma Health Center, State Capitol, Edmond, Amarillo
Use the straight lane.
16
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 151A
Toward Oklahoma City Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Turn straight onto Oklahoma City Boulevard
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Oklahoma City Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Turn right onto South Edward King Gaylord Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
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South Edward King Gaylord Boulevard
Use the right lane.
19
Turn left onto West Sheridan Avenue
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
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West Sheridan Avenue
Use the left lane.
20
Turn right onto North Robinson Avenue
416 ft
·
14 sec
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North Robinson Avenue
Use the straight lane.
21
Arrive at destination
North Robinson Avenue
Trip Plan
Since the total drive time is just over two hours, you have plenty of flexibility when choosing your departure time. You won't need to stress about pacing multiple stops, as the trip is short enough to handle in one go without an extended break. However, keep in mind that the majority of your time is spent on the turnpike, so ensure you have your toll payment method ready before you head out. Because this is a direct highway-heavy route, try to time your departure to avoid peak traffic hours in Oklahoma City to ensure a smooth arrival. Use the $19 fuel estimate as a baseline for your travel budget, and enjoy the simplicity of this quick, efficient transit across the state.
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 62.4 miles from Verdigris, OK, or about 1h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 86.6 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 80 miles or 1h 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 62.4 miles or 1h 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 48m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Oklahoma City, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Verdigris, OK so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Verdigris, OK
This is one driving day of about 124.7 miles and 2h 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Verdigris, OK.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike for about 86.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 62.4 mi from Verdigris, OK · 1h 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
62 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 62.4 miles from Verdigris, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 86.6 miles.
Arriving in Oklahoma City, OK
The final approach into Oklahoma City, 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 Oklahoma City, OK.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.94 one way
$37.88 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
44 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $20.88 | $41.76 |
| premium | $4.80 | $23.54 | $47.08 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $27.70 | $55.41 |
Estimated Tolls: $4.33
Turner Turnpike
(86.6 mi)
$4.33
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
$19
Tolls
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 43.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 37.4 | 0 | $13.09 | $5.99 |
| Efficient EV | 31.2 | 0 | $10.91 | $4.99 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 49.9 | 0 | $17.46 | $7.98 |
Gas CO2
44 kg
EV CO2
15 kg (66% 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
Oklahoma City, OK
Afternoon in Oklahoma City on Sunday
Local time
4:03 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 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 Verdigris, OK to Oklahoma City, OK covers 124.7 miles and takes about 2h 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike, Skelly Bypass, OK 66. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 62.4 miles from Verdigris, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.94 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 demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 124.7 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 10.1 miles (I 44; OK 66 / Skelly Bypass): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 111.7 miles (I 44): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 116.3 miles (I 35 / World War II Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Verdigris, OK to Oklahoma City, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Lawton along the way.
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