Origin
Anadarko, OK
Late night in Anadarko on Sunday
Local time
2:47 AM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Anadarko, OK to Norman, OK
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 7m
Distance
55.1 mi
89 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 2m
★
6 AM
1h 8m
8 AM
1h 19m
10 AM
1h 12m
12 PM
1h 11m
3 PM
1h 12m
5 PM
1h 18m
8 PM
1h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Anadarko, OK
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Norman, OK
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 55.1-mile drive from Anadarko, OK to Norman, OK is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 7 minutes. You'll primarily be on the Harry E. Bailey Turnpike and OK 9, with about 62% of the journey on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $9, making it an economical option. Both your origin and destination are situated within the Great Plains region, so expect a consistent landscape throughout your journey. This route is ideal for a quick transition between two Oklahoma towns, offering a no-fuss travel experience.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Harry E. Bailey Turnpike | 15.5 mi | 14m |
| OK 9 | 10.9 mi | 15m |
| East Central Boulevard | 8.9 mi | 10m |
| Harry E. Bailey Turnpike Spur | 7.8 mi | 7m |
| Southeast 44th Street | 5.6 mi | 7m |
| West Main Street | 2.6 mi | 6m |
| World War I Veterans Memorial Highway | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Doctor James E. and Representative Mina M. Hibdon Memorial Highway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
— 15.5 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Anadarko, OK and Norman, OK.
1
Start on OK 8; US 281
39 ft
·
5 sec
·
South 1st Street
2
Turn left onto OK 8; OK 9; US 62
8.9 mi
·
10 min
·
East Central Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Continue on OK 9; US 62
367 ft
·
6 sec
·
OK 9; US 62
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
4
Continue on OK 9; US 62
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
OK 9; US 62
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
5
Continue on OK 9; US 62
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
OK 9; US 62
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
Continue on OK 9; US 62
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
OK 9; US 62
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
7
Continue on OK 9; US 62
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
OK 9; US 62
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
8
Continue on OK 9; US 62
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
OK 9; US 62
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
9
Continue on OK 9; US 62
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
OK 9; US 62
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
10
Continue on OK 9; US 62
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
OK 9; US 62
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
11
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 44 East: Oklahoma City
Use the left lane.
12
Merge onto I 44
16 mi
·
14 min
·
Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
13
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
51 sec
Toward OK 4 Toll, H. E. Bailey Spur: Blanchard, Norman
Use the slight right lane.
14
Merge onto OK 4 Toll
7.8 mi
·
7 min
·
Harry E. Bailey Turnpike Spur
Use the straight lane.
15
Continue on OK 9
5.5 mi
·
7 min
·
Southeast 44th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Turn slight right onto West Adkins Hill Road
0.2 mi
·
10 sec
·
West Adkins Hill Road
17
Continue on OK 9
470 ft
·
9 sec
·
Southeast 44th Street
18
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
19
Merge onto OK 9; I 35
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
20
Continue on I 35
0.5 mi
·
35 sec
·
Doctor James E. and Representative Mina M. Hibdon Memorial Highway
21
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
Exit 109
Toward Main Street
Use the slight right lane.
22
Keep slight right at fork
407 ft
·
7 sec
Use the right lane.
23
Turn straight onto West Main Street
2.6 mi
·
6 min
·
West Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
24
Arrive at destination
East Main Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.5 miles from Anadarko, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 52.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
OK 8; OK 9; US 62 / East Central Boulevard
Turn left onto OK 8; OK 9; US 62 / East Central Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
19.8 mi into trip
|
~26m in
Turn left toward I 44 East: Oklahoma City
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 44 East: Oklahoma City
7
35.6 mi into trip
|
~41m in
Take the exit toward OK 4 Toll, H. E. Bailey Spur: Blanchard, Norman
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward OK 4 Toll, H. E. Bailey Spur: Blanchard,...
7
52.2 mi into trip
|
~1h in
Take the exit toward Main Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 109
Toward Main Street
7
52.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.61 one way
$17.23 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $9.46 | $18.92 |
| premium | $4.89 | $10.60 | $21.21 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.17 | $24.33 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.64
Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
(15.5 mi)
$1.09
Harry E. Bailey Turnpike Spur
(7.8 mi)
$0.55
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Tolls
$2
Total
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.5 | 0 | $5.79 | $2.64 |
| Efficient EV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.82 | $2.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22 | 0 | $7.71 | $3.53 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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
Late night in Norman on Sunday
Local time
2:47 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
15 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 7m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
The character of this drive is predominantly highway-focused, with a 62% highway share. You'll experience a substantial uninterrupted stretch of 15.5 miles on the Harry E. Bailey Turnpike, offering a chance to maintain a steady pace. Beyond that, the route transitions to OK 9 and East Central Boulevard, likely presenting a mix of faster sections and more local road characteristics as you approach Norman. It's a drive that balances efficiency with the typical flow of Oklahoma highways, providing a predictable driving experience.
62% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 15.5 mi on Harry E. Bailey Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Harry E. Bailey Turnpike and OK 9. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near OK 8; OK 9; US 62 / East Central Boulevard.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 55.1 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (OK 8; OK 9; US 62 / East Central Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 19.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 35.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Anadarko, OK to Norman, OK, road signs begin pointing toward H. E. Bailey Spur: Blanchard along the way.
H. E. Bailey Spur: Blanchard
35.6 mi in
|
~41m
About the Cities
Arriving in Norman, OK
Full guide →Norman is a city in the Frontier Country region of Oklahoma and in Cleveland County. With a population of 128,000 (2020), it is the third largest city in the state and is home to the University of Oklahoma (popularly known as OU), the state's largest and flagship university.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 7m. Total distance: 55.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (62%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 15.5 miles on Harry E. Bailey Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.64 in tolls one way, starting with Harry E. Bailey 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.
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 Norman, OK before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (OK 8; OK 9; US 62 / East Central Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 19.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 35.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Oklahoma City National Memorial. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Norman, OK before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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