Stretching 144.5 miles from Caddo to Oklahoma City, this journey across the Great Plains takes approximately 2 hours and 32 minutes of drive time. Because of its manageable length, you can easily complete this trip in a single day without needing an overnight stay. You will navigate a mix of local routes, including Buffalo Street and OK 3W West, before eventually connecting to I-40 to reach the capital. With an estimated fuel cost of $22, it serves as a budget-friendly transit option for travelers. Whether you are heading north for business or a change of scenery, the route provides a straightforward path through 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
72.1 miles from Caddo, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 30m into the drive
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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
Tinker Diagonal
12.3 mi
14m
Buffalo Street
6.8 mi
11m
Crosstown Expressway
1.2 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
OK 3W
— 36.5 mi, about 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Caddo, OK and Oklahoma City, OK.
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Start on Manning Avenue
19 ft·3 sec·Manning Avenue
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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 ValleyUse 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·US 177; OK 59
Use the straight / left lanes.
10
Continue on OK 3W; OK 59; US 177
17 mi·19 min·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·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 SmithUse 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 CityUse 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
12 mi·14 min·Tinker Diagonal
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Continue on I 35; I 40; US 62; US 270
0.9 mi·1 min·Crosstown Expressway
18
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40; US 270
0.4 mi·26 sec·Crosstown Expressway
Exit 126Toward I 235 North, US 77 North, I 40 West, US 270 West: Oklahoma Health Center, State Capitol, Edmond, AmarilloUse the straight lane.
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Take the exit
0.4 mi·39 sec
Exit 151AToward Oklahoma City BoulevardUse the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Turn straight onto Oklahoma City Boulevard
0.5 mi·1 min·Oklahoma City Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
21
Turn right onto South Edward King Gaylord Boulevard
0.3 mi·41 sec·South Edward King Gaylord Boulevard
Use the right lane.
22
Turn left onto West Sheridan Avenue
0.2 mi·26 sec·West Sheridan Avenue
Use the left lane.
23
Turn right onto North Robinson Avenue
416 ft·14 sec·North Robinson Avenue
Use the straight lane.
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Arrive at destination
North Robinson Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour and 32-minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time around your personal schedule. With only one recommended stop, you can easily manage the 144.5-mile journey without excessive fatigue. Make sure to keep your $22 fuel budget in mind, as local roads may offer different refilling opportunities than a high-speed interstate corridor. Since the route relies on smaller roads like Buffalo Street rather than continuous highways, check your navigation frequently to ensure you stay on the correct path through the various turns. Taking a moment to stretch during your single planned stop will help you stay comfortable until you reach the Oklahoma City area.
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 72.1 miles from Caddo, OK, or about 1h 30m 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 32 miles or 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 72.1 miles or 1h 30m 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 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Oklahoma 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.
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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 Caddo, OK
This is one driving day of about 144.3 miles and 2h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 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.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 62.4 and 142.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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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...
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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...
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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...
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142.5 mi into trip|~2h 52m in|I 40; US 270 / Crosstown Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40; US 270 / Crosstown Expressway toward I 235 North, US 77 North, I 40 West, US 270 West: Oklahoma Health Center, State Capitol, Edmond, Amarillo
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Exit 126
Toward I 235 North, US 77 North, I 40 West, US...
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142.8 mi into trip|~2h 52m in
Take the exit toward Oklahoma City Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 151A
Toward Oklahoma City Boulevard
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.56 one way
$45.12 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg51 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$24.77
$49.54
premium
$4.89
$27.77
$55.54
diesel
$5.61
$31.86
$63.72
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 50.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
19 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: excellent
Homeland - Tesla Supercharger
Oklahoma City, OK
Tesla
16 DCFC
North Hills Shopping
Ada, OK
FCN
8 DCFC
Ada West Chickasaw Travel Stop
Ada, OK
FCN
6 DCFC
Oklahoma City, OK Rechargery Relay - S Lincoln Blvd
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
43.3
0
$15.15
$6.93
Efficient EV
36.1
0
$12.63
$5.77
EV Truck/SUV
57.7
0
$20.20
$9.24
Gas CO2
50 kg
EV CO2
17 kg (66% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Caddo, OK
Night
in Caddo on Saturday
Local time
11:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Oklahoma City, OK
Night
in Oklahoma City on Saturday
Local time
11:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
59°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
13 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 55m 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.
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 turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate haul. Since the route has a highway share of 0% in its primary segments, you will spend most of your time navigating local roads and state highways like OK 3W West. This creates a more engaged experience behind the wheel, requiring you to stay alert through the various turns and transitions. The drive lacks the long, uninterrupted stretches found on major interstates, meaning the road personality remains dynamic from start to finish. Prepare for a hands-on driving experience that keeps you focused on the local terrain as you transition between communities.
49% 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?
8/10
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 62.4 miles in near OK 3W.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 144.3 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 62.4 miles (OK 3W): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 112.4 miles (OK 3W; US 270): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 112.7 miles (OK 3W; US 270): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Caddo, OK and Oklahoma City, OK, road signs point toward Pauls Valley and Fort Smith.
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.
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 55m. Total distance: 144.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (49%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
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 Oklahoma 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 62.4 miles (OK 3W): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 112.4 miles (OK 3W; US 270): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 112.7 miles (OK 3W; US 270): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Oklahoma City National Memorial and Chickasaw National Recreation Area. 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 Oklahoma City, OK before heading back.
