Road Trips from Norman, OK
Heading out of Norman, you've got a solid mix of quick hops and longer drives. Most options are under three hours, perfect for a day trip, with a few that lean into highway driving for speed. Several routes offer access to parks, including the notable Chickasaw National Recreation Area, making nature escapes easy. If you're looking for a short drive with good road scores, or something a bit longer to stretch your legs, Norman is a good starting point for exploring Oklahoma.
Total Routes
8
Shortest
2h
With Parks Nearby
8
Full-day getaway
8 total in this range
Oakhurst, OK
2h 7m116.9 mi one way
Oakhurst is a 116.9-mile drive primarily on the highway, taking 2.1 hours with a drive score of 9. This option provides access to the Oklahoma City National Memorial. It's a longer drive than Central High but uses more highway.
Barnsdall, OK
3h 6m158.9 mi one way
Barnsdall is a 158.9-mile drive, taking 3.1 hours mostly on the highway with a drive score of 9. This route offers access to the Oklahoma City National Memorial. It’s one of the longer options, comparable to Afton in distance.
Pryor, OK
3h 3m164.6 mi one way
Hominy, OK
2h 48m148.1 mi one way
Claremore, OK
2h 46m148.7 mi one way
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Oakhurst, OK
2h 7m116.9 mi one way
Barnsdall, OK
3h 6m158.9 mi one way
Pryor, OK
3h 3m164.6 mi one way
Hominy, OK
2h 48m148.1 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
Spring drives can benefit from the park access options like Chickasaw National Recreation Area. Routes primarily on surface roads might be more enjoyable with milder temperatures.
Summer
With mostly highway routes available, summer is ideal for covering longer distances quickly, like the drives to Afton or Barnsdall, before the heat sets in.
Fall
Fall foliage could enhance drives that pass near parks, such as those heading toward Chickasaw National Recreation Area. The high drive scores make longer excursions feasible.
Winter
The highway-focused routes, such as those to Tuttle or Waurika, offer quick escapes even in winter, with good drive scores providing reliable travel.
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