Bixby, OK to Altus, OK is 245 miles and takes about 4h 32m via Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike and Harry E. Bailey Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $38 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a highway-focused drive that stays within Oklahoma, traversing the familiar landscape of the Great Plains. Given its straightforward nature and manageable duration, it's a solid option for a single-day trip when you need to cover ground efficiently. You'll spend most of your time on well-maintained turnpikes, making for a predictable journey.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
122.5 miles from Bixby, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 18m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike
75.4 mi
1h 15m
Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
60.9 mi
1h 1m
Northwest Rogers Lane
51.8 mi
58m
Will Rogers Expressway
23.5 mi
28m
West 151st Street South
8.2 mi
11m
Pioneer Expressway
5 mi
5m
North A Street
4.6 mi
7m
World War II Veterans Memorial Highway
4.2 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike
— 75.4 mi, about 1h 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bixby, OK and Altus, OK.
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Start on North Armstrong Street
0.2 mi·47 sec·North Armstrong Street
2
Turn left onto West 151st Street South
8.2 mi·11 min·West 151st Street South
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Continue on OK 67
1.9 mi·3 min·Indiana Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Turn right onto US 75 Alternate
4.6 mi·7 min·North A Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Turn left onto OK 66; OK 117
1.2 mi·2 min·West Taft Avenue
Use the left lane.
6
Continue on OK 66; OK 117
0.5 mi·53 sec·OK 66; OK 117
Use the straight lane.
7
Turn left onto US Historic 66; OK 33; OK 66
2.9 mi·3 min·US Historic 66; OK 33; OK 66
Use the straight / left lanes.
8
Turn right onto OK 33
0.3 mi·29 sec·OK 33
Use the right lane.
9
Turn left
0.3 mi·34 sec
Toward I 44 West: Oklahoma CityUse the left lane.
10
Merge onto I 44
75 mi·1 hr 15 min·Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit onto I 44
0.5 mi·58 sec·I 44
Toward I 35 South, I 44 West, OK 66 West: Dallas, LawtonUse the straight / slight left lanes.
12
Merge onto I 35; I 44; OK 66
4.2 mi·4 min·World War II Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
13
Keep slight right at fork onto I 44; OK 66
16 mi·19 min·Will Rogers Expressway
Exit 133Toward I 44 West, OK 66 West: Lawton, AmarilloUse the slight right lane.
14
Keep slight right at fork onto I 44
7.9 mi·8 min·Will Rogers Expressway
Toward I 44 West, US 62 West: LawtonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Continue on I 44
61 mi·1 hr 1 min·Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
Toward I 44 West: Chickasha, LawtonUse the straight lane.
16
Continue on I 44; US 62; US 277; US 281
5.0 mi·5 min·Pioneer Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Continue on I 44; US 62; US 277; US 281
1.2 mi·1 min·Bill W. Burgess, Junior Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit onto US 62
0.3 mi·43 sec·US 62
Use the slight right lane.
19
Merge onto US 62
52 mi·58 min·Northwest Rogers Lane
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Continue on US 62
2.3 mi·5 min·East Broadway Street
21
Turn right onto US 283; OK 6
97 ft·2 sec·North Main Street
22
Arrive at destination
US 283; OK 6
Trip Plan
With a 4h 32m estimated drive time, this trip is easily achievable in one day, so you have flexibility on when to depart. Consider an early morning start to maximize daylight and allow for any unforeseen delays. Fuel stops will be necessary, so keep an eye on your gauge, especially during the 75.4-mile stretch on the Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike. While there's only one designated stop in the data, plan for additional brief breaks as needed for comfort. Given the highway-heavy nature, ensure your vehicle is in good condition for sustained driving.
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 122.5 miles from Bixby, OK, or about 2h 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 75.4 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 54 miles or 1h 4m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 122.5 miles or 2h 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 40m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Altus, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bixby, 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 Bixby, OK
This is one driving day of about 245 miles and 4h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 54 miles from Bixby, 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 Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike for about 75.4 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 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 115.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.2 mi into trip|~0m in|West 151st Street South
Turn left onto West 151st Street South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
19.8 mi into trip|~30m in
Turn left toward I 44 West: Oklahoma City
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 44 West: Oklahoma City
7
95.4 mi into trip|~1h 46m in|I 44
Take the exit onto I 44 toward I 35 South, I 44 West, OK 66 West: Dallas, Lawton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward I 35 South, I 44 West, OK 66 West: Dalla...
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100 mi into trip|~1h 51m in|I 44; OK 66 / Will Rogers Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 44; OK 66 / Will Rogers Expressway toward I 44 West, OK 66 West: Lawton, Amarillo
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 133
Toward I 44 West, OK 66 West: Lawton, Amarillo
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115.6 mi into trip|~2h 11m in|I 44 / Will Rogers Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 44 / Will Rogers Expressway toward I 44 West, US 62 West: Lawton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 44 West, US 62 West: Lawton
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$38.30 one way
$76.61 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg86 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$42.06
$84.11
premium
$4.89
$47.15
$94.30
diesel
$5.61
$54.09
$108.19
Estimated Tolls: $8.04
Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
(60.9 mi)$4.27
Turner Turnpike
(75.4 mi)$3.77
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
$38
Tolls
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$71–$96
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 85.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
73.5
0
$25.72
$11.76
Efficient EV
61.3
0
$21.44
$9.80
EV Truck/SUV
98
1
$34.30
$15.68
Gas CO2
86 kg
EV CO2
29 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Bixby, OK
Evening
in Bixby on Saturday
Local time
8:08 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Altus, OK
Evening
in Altus on Saturday
Local time
8:08 PM
CDT
Current temp
82°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
25 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
4h 32m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Oklahoma City National Memorial
National Memorial
The outdoor symbolic memorial is a place of quiet reflection, honoring victims, survivors, rescuers, and all who were changed forever on April 19, 1995. It encompasses the now sacred soil where the Al...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused drive for this 245-mile trip, with 68% of your journey on major roadways like the Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike and Harry E. Bailey Turnpike. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 75.4 miles on the Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike, offering a good opportunity to settle in. While much of the route is on these high-speed roads, you will also navigate segments on roads like Northwest Rogers Lane, providing a slight variation in pace. Overall, the drive progresses efficiently across the flat terrain of the Great Plains.
68% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 75.4 mi on Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike and Harry E. Bailey Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near West 151st Street South.
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 15 significant decision points across 245 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: at 0.2 miles (West 151st Street South): Lane positioning matters here; at 19.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 95.4 miles (I 44): 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.
Between Bixby, OK and Altus, OK, road signs point toward Lawton and Amarillo.
Lawton
95.4 mi in|~1h 46m|via I 44
Amarillo
100 mi in|~1h 51m|via I 44; OK 66
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 32m. Total distance: 245 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 32m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 75.4 miles on Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $8.04 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.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 Altus, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (West 151st Street South): Lane positioning matters here; at 19.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 95.4 miles (I 44): 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.
Possible but tiring. At 4.5 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.1 hours — manageable with a long break at Altus, OK, but most travelers stay overnight.
