Afton, OK to Enid, OK is 192 miles and takes about 3 hours 25 minutes via Cimarron Turnpike and Will Rogers Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $30 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This highway-focused drive primarily traverses the Great Plains region, offering a straightforward path through Oklahoma. You'll spend a significant portion of your journey on turnpikes, making it a relatively quick trip for a single day. Expect a consistent driving experience without many major changes in scenery or road type. This route is ideal if you're looking for an efficient way to get from point A to point B within Oklahoma.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
96 miles from Afton, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 45m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Cimarron Turnpike
58.9 mi
56m
Will Rogers Turnpike
47.4 mi
47m
Norma A. Lamb Highway
24.5 mi
26m
Sand Springs Expressway
14.8 mi
16m
Southwest 1st Street
13.9 mi
16m
Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway
10.3 mi
12m
Keystone Expressway
8.7 mi
9m
East Owen K. Garriott Road
6.4 mi
9m
Longest stretch:
Cimarron Turnpike
— 58.9 mi, about 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Afton, OK and Enid, OK.
1
Start on South Main Street
85 ft·11 sec·South Main Street
2
Turn left onto US 60; US 69; US Historic 66
14 mi·16 min·Southwest 1st Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
3
Continue on US 60; US 69; US Historic 66
0.1 mi·14 sec·East Illinois Avenue
4
Take the ramp
309 ft·7 sec
5
Turn slight right
0.2 mi·28 sec
Toward Cash Only
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·26 sec
Toward I 44 West: TulsaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 44
47 mi·47 min·Will Rogers Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 44
5.1 mi·6 min·I 44
Exit 34Toward I 44 West, US 412 West, OK 66 West: TulsaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 244; US 412
10 mi·12 min·Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway
Exit 236BToward I 244 West, US 412 West: Sand Springs, Enid, Downtown Tulsa, Tulsa International AirportUse the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto US 412
15 mi·16 min·Sand Springs Expressway
Exit 5BToward US 64 West, US 412 West, OK 51 West: Sand SpringsUse the slight left lane.
11
Continue on US 64; US 412
3.6 mi·3 min·Keystone Expressway
Use the straight lane.
12
Continue on US 64; US 412
1.2 mi·1 min·Jerald Warden Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on US 64; US 412
5.1 mi·5 min·Keystone Expressway
Use the straight lane.
14
Continue on US 412
31 mi·29 min·Cimarron Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork onto US 412
28 mi·27 min·Cimarron Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
16
Continue on US 64; US 412
24 mi·26 min·Norma A. Lamb Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Continue on US 64; US 412
6.4 mi·9 min·East Owen K. Garriott Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Turn right onto South Grand Avenue
0.3 mi·1 min·South Grand Avenue
19
Arrive at destination
South Grand Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the 3 hour 25 minute duration, this is a comfortable one-day trip. Leaving Afton in the morning will give you ample time to reach Enid with daylight to spare. The route involves 1 designated stop, but with the longest stretch being nearly 59 miles, you might want to factor in an additional quick break. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially when on the turnpikes, as services can sometimes be spread out. The fuel cost is estimated at $30, so ensure you have sufficient funds or a full tank before heading out, particularly if your vehicle has lower fuel efficiency.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 96 miles from Afton, OK, or about 1h 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 58.9 miles.
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 42 miles or 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 96 miles or 1h 45m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 45m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Enid, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Afton, OK so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Afton, OK
This is one driving day of about 192.1 miles and 3h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 42 miles from Afton, OK.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Cimarron Turnpike for about 58.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 10
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 77.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|US 60; US 69; US Historic 66 / Southwest 1st Street
Turn left onto US 60; US 69; US Historic 66 / Southwest 1st Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
8
14.3 mi into trip|~17m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 44 West: Tulsa
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 44 West: Tulsa
9
61.9 mi into trip|~1h 5m in|I 44
Keep slight right at fork onto I 44 toward I 44 West, US 412 West, OK 66 West: Tulsa
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 34
Toward I 44 West, US 412 West, OK 66 West: Tuls...
9
67 mi into trip|~1h 12m in|I 244; US 412 / Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 244; US 412 / Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway toward I 244 West, US 412 West: Sand Springs, Enid, Downtown Tulsa, Tulsa International Airport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 236B
Toward I 244 West, US 412 West: Sand Springs, E...
9
77.3 mi into trip|~1h 24m in|US 412 / Sand Springs Expressway
Keep slight left at fork onto US 412 / Sand Springs Expressway toward US 64 West, US 412 West, OK 51 West: Sand Springs
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 5B
Toward US 64 West, US 412 West, OK 51 West: San...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$30.03 one way
$60.07 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg67 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$32.97
$65.95
premium
$4.89
$36.97
$73.94
diesel
$5.61
$42.41
$84.83
Estimated Tolls: $5.32
Cimarron Turnpike
(58.9 mi)$2.95
Will Rogers Turnpike
(47.4 mi)$2.37
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$30
Tolls
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 67.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
57.6
0
$20.17
$9.22
Efficient EV
48
0
$16.81
$7.68
EV Truck/SUV
76.8
0
$26.89
$12.29
Gas CO2
67 kg
EV CO2
22 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Afton, OK
Late night
in Afton on Sunday
Local time
1:03 AM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Enid, OK
Late night
in Enid on Sunday
Local time
1:03 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
18 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
3h 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is heavily focused on highways, with 76% of the route utilizing major roads like the Cimarron Turnpike and Will Rogers Turnpike. You'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 58.9 miles on the Cimarron Turnpike, so plan your breaks accordingly. The overall profile is a highway-focused drive, meaning you can expect relatively high speeds and smooth pavement for most of the journey. While the Great Plains region offers expansive views, the road itself remains consistent, providing a predictable driving experience without significant technical challenges or drastic shifts in terrain.
76% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 58.9 mi on Cimarron Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Cimarron Turnpike and Will Rogers Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 60; US 69; US Historic 66 / Southwest 1st Street.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 192.1 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 60; US 69; US Historic 66 / Southwest 1st Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 14.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 61.9 miles (I 44): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Afton, OK and Enid, OK, road signs point toward Cash Only, Tulsa and Tulsa International Airport.
Cash Only
14.1 mi in|~17m
Tulsa
67 mi in|~1h 12m|via I 244; US 412
Tulsa International Airport
67 mi in|~1h 12m|via I 244; US 412
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 25m. Total distance: 192.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (76%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 58.9 miles on Cimarron Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $5.32 in tolls one way, starting with Cimarron Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
Yes — we found about 11 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Enid, OK before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 11 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 60; US 69; US Historic 66 / Southwest 1st Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 14.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 61.9 miles (I 44): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 3.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.8 hours — manageable with a long break at Enid, OK, but most travelers stay overnight.
