Origin
Bethel Acres, OK
Night in Bethel Acres on Saturday
Local time
11:43 PM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Bethel Acres, OK to Stillwater, 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 23m
Distance
62.8 mi
101 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Fair
2 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 17m
★
6 AM
1h 24m
8 AM
1h 37m
10 AM
1h 28m
12 PM
1h 27m
3 PM
1h 29m
5 PM
1h 36m
8 PM
1h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Trip Overview
This 62.8-mile drive from Bethel Acres, OK, to Stillwater, OK, is a manageable 1-day trip, taking an estimated 1 hour and 23 minutes. You'll navigate primarily using Gaddy Road and South Perkins Road, with a small portion on OK 102. The fuel cost is estimated at around $10, making it an economical journey. This route is characterized by its frequent turns, offering a more engaged driving experience than a straight highway shot. Both locations are situated within the Great Plains region, so expect consistent landscapes throughout your travels.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Gaddy Road | 41.3 mi | 48m |
| South Perkins Road | 9 mi | 11m |
| OK 102 | 4.9 mi | 8m |
| Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway | 2.4 mi | 2m |
| Hardesty Road | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| South Main Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| East 116th Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| East 6th Avenue | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Gaddy Road
— 41.3 mi, about 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bethel Acres, OK and Stillwater, OK.
1
Start on this road
116 ft
·
10 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Thomas Glenn
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Thomas Glenn
3
Turn right onto Hardesty Road
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Hardesty Road
4
Turn right onto OK 102
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
OK 102
Use the straight / left lanes.
5
Continue on OK 102
4.6 mi
·
8 min
·
OK 102
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 40; US 270; OK 3
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway
8
Take the exit onto OK 3W; US 270
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
OK 3W; US 270
Exit 181
Toward US 177, OK 3W East, US 270 East: Shawnee, Tecumseh
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Toward US 177 North
Use the slight left lane.
10
Merge onto US 177
41 mi
·
48 min
·
Gaddy Road
Use the left lane.
11
Continue on US 177
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
12
Turn left onto OK 33; CR EW71; US 177
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
East 116th Street
13
Turn slight right
265 ft
·
9 sec
Use the right lane.
14
Turn straight onto US 177
9.0 mi
·
11 min
·
South Perkins Road
15
Turn left onto OK 51
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East 6th Avenue
Use the left lane.
16
Arrive at destination
OK 51
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.4 miles from Bethel Acres, 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 2 and 62.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
2 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
OK 102
Turn right onto OK 102
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
5
6.9 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Take the ramp
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
9.7 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
OK 3W; US 270
Take the exit onto OK 3W; US 270 toward US 177, OK 3W East, US 270 East: Shawnee, Tecumseh
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / right lanes.
Exit 181
Toward US 177, OK 3W East, US 270 East: Shawnee...
8
9.9 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 177 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward US 177 North
6
62.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
|
OK 51 / East 6th Avenue
Turn left onto OK 51 / East 6th Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.82 one way
$19.64 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.78 | $21.56 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.09 | $24.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.87 | $27.73 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 22 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.8 | 0 | $6.59 | $3.01 |
| Efficient EV | 15.7 | 0 | $5.49 | $2.51 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.1 | 0 | $8.79 | $4.02 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Stillwater, OK
Night in Stillwater on Saturday
Local time
11:43 PM
CDT
Current temp
86°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
S 13 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
63°F
Warwick, OK
31 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
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 23m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for this journey. While only 8% of the route is on highways, the majority of your 62.8 miles will be on local roads, including a significant 41.3-mile stretch on Gaddy Road without interruption. This means you'll be actively steering and navigating more often than on a typical interstate cruise. The road's personality is defined by its local feel and the continuous need for attention to turns and changing road conditions, rather than long, monotonous stretches.
Only 8% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 41.3 mi on Gaddy Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2 miles in near OK 102.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 62.8 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: at 2 miles (OK 102): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 9.7 miles (OK 3W; US 270): 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 Bethel Acres, OK to Stillwater, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Tecumseh along the way.
Tecumseh
9.7 mi in
|
~17m
|
via OK 3W; US 270
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 23m. Total distance: 62.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 41.3 miles on Gaddy Road. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Stillwater, 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: at 2 miles (OK 102): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 9.7 miles (OK 3W; US 270): 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 Stillwater, 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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