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Summer Road Trips in Oklahoma

Routes

30

Avg Distance

316 mi

Avg Drive

5h 51m

Destinations

18

Oklahoma in the summer means plenty of daylight for exploring its diverse landscapes. With 30 routes averaging 315 miles and around 6 hours of driving, you can cover a lot of ground. Expect drives with a score range of 7 to 9, featuring terrain from gently rolling hills to high-altitude climbs reaching over 7,000 feet. Some routes even offer excellent EV charging coverage.

Fuel snapshot for this state

Regular

$3.75/gal

Diesel: $4.80/gal

Typical trip cost

$39–$153

One-way, ~316 mi avg @ 25.4 MPG

CO₂ per trip

~111 kg

ICE vehicle, one-way average

Source: US Energy Information Administration • week of 2026-07-13

Climate through the year: Oklahoma

Oklahoma peaks at around 93°F in Jul and cools to 49°F / 27°F in Jan. Wettest month is May at ~5.3 in of rain. Table highlights Summer months.

Month High °F Low °F Rain in Snow in
Jan 49 27 1.3 1.8
Feb 54 31 1.4 1.8
Mar 63 40 2.6 0.8
Apr 71 48 3.6 —
May 79 58 5.3 —
Jun peak 88 66 4.5 —
Jul peak 93 70 3.6 —
Aug peak 92 69 3.6 —
Sep 84 62 3.7 —
Oct 73 49 3.3 —
Nov 61 38 1.7 0.5
Dec 50 30 1.8 1.8

Source: NOAA NCEI Monthly Climate Normals, 1991–2020 reference period. Sampled at the major-airport station for OK — microclimates along specific routes can vary significantly.

Planning Tips

Frequently Asked Questions

We've identified 30 routes in Oklahoma that work well for summer travel, based on drive quality, typical weather conditions, and distance (averaging 316 miles).
Current regular gas averages $3.75/gallon in Oklahoma (week of 2026-07-13). Diesel: $4.80/gallon. A typical one-way trip on these routes costs between $39 and $153. Source: US Energy Information Administration.
Across Jun, Jul, Aug, Oklahoma typically sees daytime highs in the 88–93°F range with about 3.9 in of rain per month on average. Based on NOAA 1991–2020 monthly climate normals.
Drive times and distances come from OSRM routing over real OpenStreetMap road networks. Fuel costs use weekly US Energy Information Administration state-level gas prices. Drive scores factor in elevation profile, road variety, and terrain. EV charging data is sourced from NREL. Climate normals come from NOAA NCEI (1991–2020 reference period). Hazard data comes from FEMA and USGS public feeds.
Yes. Click any route to see its full trip page with turn-by-turn directions, fuel cost estimates, elevation profile, stop suggestions, weather conditions, and more.

Summer Routes

Editor's pick

The Village, OK → Colorado City, AZ

1033.2 mi 18h 51m Score: 7/10 ~$153 fuel
5 tricky spots

This long-haul drive hits a high score of 7 and climbs to over 7,000 feet, offering a significant challenge with its high-altitude sections and notable ascents. It's a great option if you're looking for a substantial trip that includes park access.

Editor's pick

Goodwell, OK → Broken Arrow, OK

351.3 mi 6h 47m Score: 9/10 ~$52 fuel

Through: Ponca City

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Boasting a drive score of 9, this route navigates gently rolling terrain across the state. It's a solid choice for a day trip or an overnight, covering 351 miles with a maximum elevation of 3,303 feet.

Editor's pick

Broken Arrow, OK → Guymon, OK

341.3 mi 6h 34m Score: 9/10 ~$50 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

With a perfect drive score of 9, this mostly highway route offers excellent EV coverage, featuring 25 DC fast chargers. It winds through gently rolling terrain for 341 miles, reaching a maximum elevation of 3,123 feet and providing access to parks.

Owasso, OK → Guymon, OK

341.3 mi 6h 33m Score: 9/10 ~$50 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Goodwell, OK → Lawton, OK

324.8 mi 6h Score: 9/10 ~$48 fuel

Through: Loop 335

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Copeland, OK → Buffalo, OK

321.7 mi 6h 1m Score: 9/10 ~$48 fuel

Through: Enid → Tulsa → Tulsa International Airport

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Idabel, OK → Enid, OK

317 mi 5h 45m Score: 10/10 ~$47 fuel

Through: Okmulgee → Tulsa → Sapulpa

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Snyder, OK → Copeland, OK

305.1 mi 5h 26m Score: 8/10 ~$45 fuel

Through: Oklahoma City → Claremore

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Guymon, OK → Shawnee, OK

301.5 mi 5h 52m Score: 9/10 ~$45 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Copeland, OK → Elk City, OK

300.4 mi 5h 18m Score: 10/10 ~$44 fuel

Through: Oklahoma City → Kilpatrick Turnpike West

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Beaver, OK → Broken Arrow, OK

299.5 mi 5h 44m Score: 9/10 ~$44 fuel

Through: Ponca City → Okmulgee → Oklahoma City

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Burns Flat, OK → Copeland, OK

292.5 mi 5h 9m Score: 10/10 ~$43 fuel

Through: Claremore

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Altus, OK → Bartlesville, OK

288.4 mi 5h 19m Score: 9/10 ~$43 fuel

Through: Oklahoma City → Sand Springs → Okmulgee

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Heavener, OK → Lawton, OK

283.8 mi 5h 9m Score: 10/10 ~$42 fuel

Through: Dallas

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Grove, OK → Lawton, OK

280.4 mi 5h 1m Score: 8/10 ~$41 fuel

Through: Joplin → Pikepass Only → Oklahoma City +1 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Hooker, OK → Norman, OK

279.9 mi 5h 29m Score: 9/10 ~$41 fuel

Through: Fort Smith

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Stillwater, OK → Goodwell, OK

277.8 mi 5h 36m Score: 9/10 ~$41 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Miami, OK → Lawton, OK

277.7 mi 4h 54m Score: 8/10 ~$41 fuel

Through: Oklahoma City → Amarillo

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Westville, OK → Lawton, OK

276 mi 5h 11m Score: 9/10 ~$41 fuel

Through: Dallas

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Carnegie, OK → Copeland, OK

274.6 mi 5h 12m Score: 8/10 ~$41 fuel

Through: Claremore

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Lawton, OK → Copeland, OK

273.6 mi 4h 50m Score: 8/10 ~$40 fuel

Through: Claremore

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Broken Bow, OK → Stillwater, OK

273.3 mi 4h 55m Score: 10/10 ~$40 fuel

Through: Tecumseh

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Edmond, OK → Goodwell, OK

272.7 mi 5h 33m Score: 9/10 ~$40 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Copeland, OK → Central High, OK

271.8 mi 5h Score: 8/10 ~$40 fuel

Through: Oklahoma City → Lawton → Amarillo +1 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Muskogee, OK → Altus, OK

270 mi 4h 51m Score: 10/10 ~$40 fuel

Through: Dallas → Lawton

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Lawton, OK → Broken Bow, OK

269.2 mi 5h 11m Score: 9/10 ~$40 fuel

Through: Ardmore → Paris

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Pocola, OK → Lawton, OK

268.9 mi 4h 47m Score: 10/10 ~$40 fuel

Through: Dallas

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Mangum, OK → Broken Arrow, OK

267.5 mi 4h 48m Score: 9/10 ~$40 fuel

Through: Woodward → Joplin

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Copeland, OK → Bray, OK

267.2 mi 4h 53m Score: 8/10 ~$39 fuel

Through: Oklahoma City → Lawton → Amarillo +1 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Copeland, OK → Lone Grove, OK

265.6 mi 4h 59m Score: 9/10 ~$39 fuel

Through: Oklahoma City → Drumright → Roff +1 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

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