Origin
Anadarko, OK
Night in Anadarko on Saturday
Local time
9:51 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Anadarko, OK to Oklahoma City, 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 11m
Distance
60.1 mi
97 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Sparse
1 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 5m
★
6 AM
1h 11m
8 AM
1h 22m
10 AM
1h 15m
12 PM
1h 14m
3 PM
1h 16m
5 PM
1h 22m
8 PM
1h 8m
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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Oklahoma City, OK
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Anadarko to Oklahoma City is a straightforward 60.1-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 11 minutes. Because of the manageable distance, this route is perfectly suited for a quick day trip rather than an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via the Harry E. Bailey Turnpike, the Will Rogers Expressway, and OK 9, keeping you within the Great Plains region for the duration of the trip. With a fuel budget of approximately $9, the drive is quite economical for solo travelers or small groups. Expect a steady, highway-focused pace that gets you from the rural plains into the heart of Oklahoma's capital efficiently. It is a practical connection that offers no major complications for a routine commute or a short visit.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Harry E. Bailey Turnpike | 24 mi | 22m |
| Will Rogers Expressway | 12.3 mi | 14m |
| OK 9 | 10.9 mi | 15m |
| East Central Boulevard | 8.9 mi | 10m |
| Oklahoma City Boulevard | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| West Sheridan Avenue | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Crosstown Expressway | 0.8 mi | <1m |
| North Robinson Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
— 24 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Anadarko, OK and Oklahoma City, 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
24 mi
·
22 min
·
Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on I 44; US 62
12 mi
·
14 min
·
Will Rogers Expressway
Use the straight / sharp right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 120B
Toward I 40 East, US 270 East: Fort Smith
Use the right lane.
15
Continue on I 40; US 270
0.8 mi
·
59 sec
·
Crosstown Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Turn slight right onto Oklahoma City Boulevard
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Oklahoma City Boulevard
Exit 148B
Toward Oklahoma City Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
17
Turn left onto South Klein Avenue
386 ft
·
15 sec
·
South Klein Avenue
Use the left lane.
18
Turn right onto West Sheridan Avenue
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
West Sheridan Avenue
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
19
Turn left onto North Robinson Avenue
445 ft
·
20 sec
·
North Robinson Avenue
Use the straight / left lanes.
20
Arrive at destination
North Robinson Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.1 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 59.1 — 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
5
20.1 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
I 44 / Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
Merge onto I 44 / Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
56.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
Take the exit toward I 40 East, US 270 East: Fort Smith
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 120B
Toward I 40 East, US 270 East: Fort Smith
6
59.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
|
South Klein Avenue
Turn left onto South Klein Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.40 one way
$18.79 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.32 | $20.63 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.57 | $23.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.27 | $26.54 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.68
Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
(24 mi)
$1.68
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
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 21 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18 | 0 | $6.31 | $2.88 |
| Efficient EV | 15 | 0 | $5.26 | $2.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24 | 0 | $8.41 | $3.85 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Destination
Oklahoma City, OK
Night in Oklahoma City on Saturday
Local time
9:51 PM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°F
Newcastle, OK
30 mi in
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
3 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 11m 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?
Expect a focused, highway-heavy experience, as 80% of this trip is spent on high-speed roads. The drive feels efficient and direct, characterized by a mix of turnpike travel and state highway segments. You will spend the longest uninterrupted stretch of the trip covering 24 miles along the Harry E. Bailey Turnpike, which helps maintain a consistent momentum. As you transition from the local routes onto the larger expressways, the road environment shifts from open plains to the busier, more structured infrastructure approaching the city. You won't find many technical turns here, making it a predictable and reliable drive for those who prefer to keep their cruise control engaged.
80% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 24 mi on Harry E. Bailey Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Harry E. Bailey Turnpike and Will Rogers Expressway. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near OK 8; OK 9; US 62 / East Central Boulevard.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 60.1 miles you will encounter 9 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 20.1 miles (I 44 / Harry E. Bailey Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Arriving in Oklahoma City, OK
Full guide →Oklahoma City is the capital and principal city of the state of Oklahoma in the central Frontier Country region of the state. The sprawling city and its suburbs offer multiple sports venues, museums, regional food, and a mix of Native American and cowboy culture.
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 11m. Total distance: 60.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 11m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 24 miles on Harry E. Bailey Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.68 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.
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 20.1 miles (I 44 / Harry E. Bailey Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Oklahoma City, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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