Origin
Caddo, OK
Morning in Caddo on Sunday
Local time
9:22 AM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Caddo, OK to Midwest 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
2h 47m
Distance
137.4 mi
221 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 37m
★
6 AM
2h 48m
8 AM
3h 10m
10 AM
2h 56m
12 PM
2h 53m
3 PM
2h 57m
5 PM
3h 9m
8 PM
2h 41m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Caddo, OK
Rodolfo Gaion
Midwest City, OK
John Hill
Trip Overview
Embarking from Caddo, OK, this 137.4-mile journey to Midwest City, OK, is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 47 minutes. The route primarily utilizes OK 3W, OK 48, and OK 3, offering a mixed driving experience. With an estimated fuel cost of $21, this drive through the Great Plains region of Oklahoma is efficient and straightforward. You'll find the drive is well-suited for a single day, allowing for a relaxed pace without the need for an overnight stay. This trip offers a practical way to traverse the Oklahoma landscape.
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
68.7 miles from Caddo, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 26m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| OK 3W | 36.5 mi | 43m |
| OK 48 | 34.4 mi | 42m |
| OK 3 | 21.2 mi | 24m |
| Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway | 15.9 mi | 17m |
| US 177 | 14.5 mi | 17m |
| Buffalo Street | 6.8 mi | 11m |
| Tinker Diagonal | 5.2 mi | 5m |
| Southeast 15th Street | 1.5 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
OK 3W
— 36.5 mi, about 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Caddo, OK and Midwest City, OK.
1
Start on Manning Avenue
19 ft
·
3 sec
·
Manning Avenue
2
Turn right onto OK 22
6.8 mi
·
11 min
·
Buffalo Street
3
Turn right onto OK 48
3.9 mi
·
4 min
·
OK 48
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
4
Continue on OK 48
84 ft
·
1 sec
·
OK 48
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
5
Continue on OK 48
31 mi
·
37 min
·
OK 48
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
6
Turn left onto OK 3
21 mi
·
24 min
·
OK 3
Use the straight / left lanes.
7
Take the exit onto OK 3W
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
OK 3W
Toward OK 3W West, OK 19 West: Shawnee, Pauls Valley
Use the right lane.
8
Continue on OK 3W
15 mi
·
17 min
·
OK 3W
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
9
Continue on US 177; OK 59
3.2 mi
·
4 min
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US 177; OK 59
Use the straight / left lanes.
10
Continue on OK 3W; OK 59; US 177
17 mi
·
19 min
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OK 3W; OK 59; US 177
11
Continue on US 177; OK 3W
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
US 177; OK 3W
12
Continue on US 177; US 270; OK 3W
9.4 mi
·
11 min
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US 177; US 270; OK 3W
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit onto OK 3W; US 270
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
OK 3W; US 270
Toward OK 3E East, OK 3 West, I 40, US 270: Oklahoma City, Fort Smith
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto OK 3W; US 270
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
OK 3W; US 270
Toward OK 3 West, I 40 West, US 270 West: Oklahoma City
Use the slight left lane.
15
Merge onto I 40; US 270; OK 3
16 mi
·
17 min
·
Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork onto I 40; US 270
5.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Tinker Diagonal
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 159B
18
Keep slight right at fork
375 ft
·
9 sec
19
Turn straight onto South Douglas Boulevard
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
South Douglas Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
20
Turn left onto Southeast 15th Street
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Southeast 15th Street
Use the left lane.
21
Turn left onto Felix Place
115 ft
·
7 sec
·
Felix Place
Use the left lane.
22
Turn right
34 ft
·
4 sec
23
Turn right
34 ft
·
2 sec
24
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour 47-minute duration, starting your drive in the morning from Caddo, OK, allows ample time to reach Midwest City, OK, without feeling rushed. You'll only encounter one designated stop point, so plan your breaks strategically, perhaps around the 36.5-mile stretch on OK 3W. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $21 for the 137.4 miles, and it's always wise to top off before heading out. The flexibility of this one-day trip means you can adjust your departure time based on your preferences.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 68.7 miles from Caddo, OK, or about 1h 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 36.5 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 30 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 68.7 miles or 1h 26m 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 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Midwest City, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Caddo, OK so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Caddo, OK
This is one driving day of about 137.4 miles and 2h 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 miles from Caddo, 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 OK 3W for about 36.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
69 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 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 68.7 miles from Caddo, 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 155 decision points cluster between mile 6.8 and 112.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
6.8 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
OK 48
Turn right onto OK 48
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
6
41.2 mi into trip
|
~54m in
|
OK 3
Turn left onto OK 3
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
7
62.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m in
|
OK 3W
Take the exit onto OK 3W toward OK 3W West, OK 19 West: Shawnee, Pauls Valley
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward OK 3W West, OK 19 West: Shawnee, Pauls V...
7
112.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 17m in
|
OK 3W; US 270
Take the exit onto OK 3W; US 270 toward OK 3E East, OK 3 West, I 40, US 270: Oklahoma City, Fort Smith
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward OK 3E East, OK 3 West, I 40, US 270: Okl...
8
112.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 18m in
|
OK 3W; US 270
Keep slight left at fork onto OK 3W; US 270 toward OK 3 West, I 40 West, US 270 West: Oklahoma City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward OK 3 West, I 40 West, US 270 West: Oklah...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$21.48 one way
$42.96 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
48 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $23.59 | $47.17 |
| premium | $4.89 | $26.44 | $52.88 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $30.34 | $60.67 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 48.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 41.2 | 0 | $14.43 | $6.60 |
| Efficient EV | 34.4 | 0 | $12.02 | $5.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 55 | 0 | $19.24 | $8.79 |
Gas CO2
48 kg
EV CO2
16 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
Midwest City, OK
Morning in Midwest City on Sunday
Local time
9:22 AM
CDT
Current temp
58°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
14 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 47m 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?
This route presents a varied driving experience, with 51% of it on highways. You'll encounter stretches of both faster-paced driving and more local road navigation. The longest uninterrupted segment spans 36.5 miles on OK 3W, providing a good opportunity to settle in. The 'mixed drive' profile suggests a dynamic journey where the road character shifts, keeping you engaged behind the wheel. Expect a blend of open highway and potentially more winding or slower sections as you progress.
51% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 36.5 mi on OK 3W.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 6.8 miles in near OK 48.
Driving Effort
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 137.4 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 6.8 miles (OK 48): Lane positioning matters here; at 41.2 miles (OK 3): Lane positioning matters here; at 62.4 miles (OK 3W): 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.
Between Caddo, OK and Midwest City, OK, road signs point toward Pauls Valley and Fort Smith.
Pauls Valley
62.4 mi in
|
~1h 18m
|
via OK 3W
Fort Smith
112.4 mi in
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~2h 17m
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via OK 3W; US 270
About the Cities
Arriving in Midwest City, OK
Full guide →Midwest City is in the Frontier Country region of Oklahoma, a city that grew up around Tinker Air Force Base and the General Motors and Douglas Aircraft Company plants, though in some ways feels like OKC suburbia.
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 2h 47m. Total distance: 137.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (51%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 36.5 miles on OK 3W. 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 Midwest City, 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 6.8 miles (OK 48): Lane positioning matters here; at 41.2 miles (OK 3): Lane positioning matters here; at 62.4 miles (OK 3W): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Midwest 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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