Origin
Waurika, OK
Morning in Waurika on Thursday
Local time
11:50 AM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Waurika, OK to Norman, OK
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 49m
Distance
102.3 mi
165 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 41m
★
6 AM
1h 49m
8 AM
2h 5m
10 AM
1h 55m
12 PM
1h 53m
3 PM
1h 55m
5 PM
2h 4m
8 PM
1h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Waurika, OK
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Norman, OK
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Trip Overview
The drive from Waurika, OK to Norman, OK covers 102.3 miles and takes about 1h 49m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Elm Street, East D Avenue, Medal of Honor Recipient Command Sergeant Major Bennie G for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $15.99 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
51.1 miles from Waurika, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 54m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 49m. Total distance: 102.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 49m drive with frequent turns across 102.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Elm 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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Waurika, OK to Norman, OK is easy. At 1h 49m 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 Waurika, OK to Norman, OK is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Elm Street | — | — |
| East D Avenue | — | — |
| Medal of Honor Recipient Command Sergeant Major Bennie G | — | — |
| 2nd Street | — | — |
| I 44 East | — | — |
| Harry E | — | — |
| OK 4 | — | — |
| Southeast 44th Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Elm Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waurika, OK and Norman, OK.
1
Start on East B Avenue
75 ft
·
5 sec
·
East B Avenue
2
Turn right onto Elm Street
0.1 mi
·
39 sec
·
Elm Street
3
Turn left onto East D Avenue
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
East D Avenue
4
Turn left onto Medal of Honor Recipient Command Sergeant Major Bennie G. Adkins Highway
5.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Medal of Honor Recipient Command Sergeant Major Bennie G. Adkins Highway
5
Continue on 2nd Street
16 mi
·
19 min
·
2nd Street
6
Keep slight right
10 mi
·
12 min
7
Turn right
0.8 mi
·
1 min
8
Turn left
17 mi
·
22 min
9
Continue straight
13 mi
·
16 min
10
Take the exit slight right toward I 44 East: Oklahoma City
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
·
I 44 East: Oklahoma City
11
Merge slight left onto Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
18 mi
·
16 min
·
Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
12
Take the exit slight right toward OK 4 Toll, H. E. Bailey Spur: Blanchard, Norman
0.5 mi
·
52 sec
·
OK 4 Toll, H. E. Bailey Spur: Blanchard, Norman
13
Merge slight left onto Harry E. Bailey Turnpike Spur
7.8 mi
·
7 min
·
Harry E. Bailey Turnpike Spur
14
Continue on Southeast 44th Street
5.5 mi
·
7 min
·
Southeast 44th Street
15
Turn slight right onto West Adkins Hill Road
0.2 mi
·
10 sec
·
West Adkins Hill Road
16
Continue on Southeast 44th Street
469 ft
·
9 sec
·
Southeast 44th Street
17
Take the exit slight left
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
18
Merge slight left onto World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
19
Continue on Doctor James E. and Representative Mina M. Hibdon Memorial Highway
0.5 mi
·
36 sec
·
Doctor James E. and Representative Mina M. Hibdon Memorial Highway
20
Take the exit slight right toward Main Street
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
Main Street
21
Keep slight right
407 ft
·
8 sec
22
Turn straight onto West Main Street
2.6 mi
·
6 min
·
West Main Street
23
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 51.1 miles from Waurika, OK, or about 54m 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 23 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 51.1 miles or 54m 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 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Norman, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Waurika, OK so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Waurika, OK
This is one driving day of about 102.3 miles and 1h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Waurika, 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 51.1 mi from Waurika, OK · 54m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
51 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 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 51.1 miles from Waurika, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Norman, OK
The final approach into Norman, 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
$15.99 one way
$31.99 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
36 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $17.56 | $35.12 |
| premium | $4.89 | $19.69 | $39.37 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $22.59 | $45.17 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.7 | 0 | $10.74 | $4.91 |
| Efficient EV | 25.6 | 0 | $8.95 | $4.09 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 40.9 | 0 | $14.32 | $6.55 |
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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
Norman, OK
Morning in Norman on Thursday
Local time
11:50 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
41°F
Marlow, OK
51 mi in
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
8 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 49m 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 Waurika, OK to Norman, OK covers 102.3 miles and takes about 1h 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Elm Street, East D Avenue, Medal of Honor Recipient Command Sergeant Major Bennie G. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 51.1 miles from Waurika, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.99 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 Waurika, OK to Norman, OK is easy. At 1h 49m 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 Waurika, OK to Norman, OK is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Waurika, OK to Norman, OK does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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