Road Trips from Edmond, OK
Edmond, OK is a great starting point for a variety of drives, from quick jaunts to nearby towns to longer excursions across the state. You've got options for short, 1-2 hour trips with a drive score of 8 or 9, perfect for a day out. Several routes offer access to the Oklahoma City National Memorial, and one even includes the Chickasaw National Recreation Area, making it easy to incorporate nature. The terrain is mostly flat across these routes, simplifying navigation for a relaxed weekend escape.
Total Routes
29
Shortest
0.4h
With Parks Nearby
21
Under 2 hours
18 total in this range
Geary, OK
1h 11m62.9 mi one way
This 1.2-hour drive to Geary, OK, offers a solid 9/10 drive score. It's a mixed drive, meaning you'll experience more than just highway. It's longer than the immediate suburbs but still manageable for a day trip, and includes access to the Oklahoma City National Memorial.
El Reno, OK
48m39.5 mi one way
For a shorter trip, El Reno, OK, is just 0.8 hours away. This route has a good drive score of 8 and is a mixed drive. Like many options from Edmond, it provides access to the Oklahoma City National Memorial for a dose of history.
Mustang, OK
39m30.6 mi one way
Mustang, OK, is a very quick 0.7-hour drive, ideal if you're short on time. This pick focuses on a highway-based drive with a score of 8. It's closer than Geary or Enid and also offers access to the Oklahoma City National Memorial.
Enid, OK
1h 36m74.4 mi one way
This 1.6-hour drive to Enid, OK, has a drive score of 7 and is described as a turn-heavy local drive. It's a longer option than heading to El Reno or Mustang, and it also grants access to the Oklahoma City National Memorial.
Moore, OK
32m23.4 mi one way
Moore, OK, is the closest option at just 0.5 hours. It's a turn-heavy local drive with a score of 7, making it a quick and easy destination. You'll also have access to the Oklahoma City National Memorial on this route.
Full-day getaway
11 total in this range
Cherokee, OK
2h 42m125.2 mi one way
If you're looking for a longer drive, Cherokee, OK, is 2.7 hours away. This mixed drive scores a 9 and covers mostly flat terrain. It's a more substantial trip than the nearby suburban options and includes access to the Oklahoma City National Memorial.
Chelsea, OK
2h 42m146.4 mi one way
Chelsea, OK, is a longer haul at 2.7 hours, featuring a highway-focused drive with a score of 9. The terrain is mostly flat. This route is longer than the drive to Enid and also provides access to the Oklahoma City National Memorial.
Cache, OK
2h 6m111.7 mi one way
This 2.1-hour drive to Cache, OK, boasts a 9/10 drive score and is highway-focused. It's a longer trip than heading to Geary, offering a different experience. You can also visit the Oklahoma City National Memorial along the way.
Oakland, OK
2h 26m133.1 mi one way
Oakland, OK, is a 2.4-hour drive with a strong 9/10 drive score, characterized as a turn-heavy local drive. This route is longer than the drive to Cache and notably includes access to both the Oklahoma City National Memorial and the Chickasaw National Recreation Area.
Arkoma, OK
3h 33m196.6 mi one way
Arkoma, OK, is the longest option at 3.6 hours, with a drive score of 8 and a turn-heavy local drive profile. This is a significant excursion compared to the shorter trips to El Reno or Mustang, and it also offers access to the Oklahoma City National Memorial.
Browse by Mood
Geary, OK
1h 11m62.9 mi one way
Cherokee, OK
2h 42m125.2 mi one way
Chelsea, OK
2h 42m146.4 mi one way
Cache, OK
2h 6m111.7 mi one way
Moore, OK
32m23.4 mi one way
Oklahoma City, OK
21m14.1 mi one way
Norman, OK
44m32.4 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
Spring is ideal for exploring the Oklahoma City National Memorial, as the mostly flat terrain makes for comfortable walking. The drive scores remain high across most routes.
Summer
Summer trips benefit from the shorter drive times to places like El Reno or Mustang, minimizing time in the heat. Parks like the Oklahoma City National Memorial are accessible.
Fall
Fall offers pleasant conditions for the longer drives to Cherokee or Chelsea, with mostly flat terrain and good drive scores making the 2-3 hour trips enjoyable.
Winter
Winter drives are manageable with high drive scores on many routes, including those with mostly flat terrain, allowing for accessible day trips to destinations like Geary or Moore.
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