Origin
Waukomis, OK
Evening in Waukomis on Wednesday
Local time
7:05 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Waukomis, OK to Oklahoma City, OK
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 25m
Distance
78.6 mi
126 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 19m
★
6 AM
1h 25m
8 AM
1h 39m
10 AM
1h 30m
12 PM
1h 29m
3 PM
1h 31m
5 PM
1h 38m
8 PM
1h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Waukomis, OK
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Oklahoma City, OK
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Waukomis to Oklahoma City, expect a straightforward journey spanning 78.6 miles. You can comfortably complete this trip in about 1 hour and 25 minutes, making it an ideal day excursion that does not require an overnight stay. Budgeting around $12 for fuel should cover your needs for the one-way drive. Since you are moving within the Great Plains, the landscape remains consistent throughout your travel. This route serves as a practical, local connection between the two points, offering a simple transition without the stress of a long-haul journey.
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
39.3 miles from Waukomis, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 42m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is characterized as a turn-heavy local drive, requiring your full attention as you navigate the local road network. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, you will be handling a route that relies entirely on local roads, with a highway share of 0%. Because the path is not dominated by long, high-speed stretches, you should prepare for a more engaging, hands-on experience behind the wheel. The road's personality is defined by these constant adjustments rather than long, uninterrupted segments. Expect a steady, manageable pace that keeps you active throughout the entire 1 hour and 25 minute duration.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Jack Choate Avenue 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 Waukomis, OK to Oklahoma City, OK is easy. At 1h 25m 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 Waukomis, OK to Oklahoma City, OK is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Jack Choate Avenue | — | — |
| 42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway | — | — |
| Angie Debo Memorial Highway | — | — |
| North Portland Avenue | — | — |
| John Deere Road | — | — |
| Lake Hefner Parkway | — | — |
| Will Rogers Expressway | — | — |
| I 40 East | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
East Jack Choate Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waukomis, OK and Oklahoma City, OK.
1
Start on East Euclid Avenue
0.5 mi
·
47 sec
·
East Euclid Avenue
2
Turn right
11 mi
·
13 min
3
Turn left onto East Jack Choate Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Jack Choate Avenue
4
Continue on 42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway
12 mi
·
14 min
·
42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway
5
Continue on Angie Debo Memorial Highway
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Angie Debo Memorial Highway
6
Turn right
135 ft
·
5 sec
7
Turn straight onto North Portland Avenue
9.0 mi
·
10 min
·
North Portland Avenue
8
Continue on John Deere Road
24 mi
·
30 min
·
John Deere Road
9
Continue on Lake Hefner Parkway
9.5 mi
·
10 min
·
Lake Hefner Parkway
10
Merge slight right onto Will Rogers Expressway
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Will Rogers Expressway
11
Take the exit slight left toward I 40 East: Fort Smith
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 40 East: Fort Smith
12
Merge slight right onto Crosstown Expressway
0.6 mi
·
46 sec
·
Crosstown Expressway
13
Turn slight right onto Oklahoma City Boulevard
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Oklahoma City Boulevard
14
Turn left onto South Klein Avenue
387 ft
·
15 sec
·
South Klein Avenue
15
Turn right onto West Sheridan Avenue
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
West Sheridan Avenue
16
Turn left onto North Robinson Avenue
446 ft
·
20 sec
·
North Robinson Avenue
17
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best. You won't need to plan for multiple rest stops given the 78.6-mile distance, allowing you to drive straight through if you prefer. Keep in mind that because this is a turn-heavy local route, it is wise to map your directions carefully before pulling out of your driveway to avoid missing any turns. With fuel costs estimated at $12, it is a budget-friendly way to reach the city. Pack light and enjoy the ease of a trip that gets you to your destination in well under two hours.
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 39.3 miles from Waukomis, OK, or about 42m 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 17 miles or 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39.3 miles or 42m 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 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Oklahoma City, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Waukomis, OK so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Waukomis, OK
This is one driving day of about 78.6 miles and 1h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Waukomis, OK.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 39.3 mi from Waukomis, OK · 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
39 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 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 39.3 miles from Waukomis, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.29 one way
$24.58 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
28 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $13.49 | $26.98 |
| premium | $4.89 | $15.13 | $30.25 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.35 | $34.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.6 | 0 | $8.25 | $3.77 |
| Efficient EV | 19.7 | 0 | $6.88 | $3.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 31.4 | 0 | $11.00 | $5.03 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% 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
Evening in Oklahoma City on Wednesday
Local time
7:05 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
1h 25m 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 Waukomis, OK to Oklahoma City, OK covers 78.6 miles and takes about 1h 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Jack Choate Avenue, 42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway, Angie Debo Memorial Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 39.3 miles from Waukomis, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.29 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 Waukomis, OK to Oklahoma City, OK is easy. At 1h 25m 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 Waukomis, OK to Oklahoma City, OK is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Waukomis, OK to Oklahoma City, OK does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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