Origin
Cherokee, OK
Late night in Cherokee on Sunday
Local time
12:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cherokee, OK to Moore, 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 57m
Distance
145.5 mi
234 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 47m
★
6 AM
2h 58m
8 AM
3h 20m
10 AM
3h 6m
12 PM
3h 3m
3 PM
3h 7m
5 PM
3h 19m
8 PM
2h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cherokee, OK
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Moore, OK
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Trip Overview
Cherokee, OK to Moore, OK is 145.5 miles and takes about 2h 57m via OK 8, Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway, and OK 51A, with a fuel budget near $23 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Great Plains region, offering a straightforward journey through Oklahoma. Expect a mixed driving experience that balances faster highway sections with local road cruising. With a recommended single day for completion, this route is ideal for a quick transit, making it a practical option for getting from point A to point B efficiently.
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
72.7 miles from Cherokee, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 35m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| OK 8 | 33.2 mi | 40m |
| Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway | 29.8 mi | 30m |
| OK 51A | 22.5 mi | 26m |
| South Grand Avenue | 14.9 mi | 17m |
| North Main Street | 6.8 mi | 11m |
| Clarence Nash Boulevard | 6.1 mi | 8m |
| John Kilpatrick Turnpike | 5.8 mi | 6m |
| US 281 Spur | 4.3 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
OK 8
— 33.2 mi, about 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cherokee, OK and Moore, OK.
1
Start on East 4th Street
99 ft
·
7 sec
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East 4th Street
2
Turn left onto OK 8; OK 58; US 64
15 mi
·
17 min
·
South Grand Avenue
3
Continue on OK 8; OK 45
12 mi
·
16 min
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OK 8; OK 45
4
Take the ramp onto OK 8
3.0 mi
·
3 min
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OK 8
5
Turn left onto US 60; OK 8
4.1 mi
·
6 min
·
US 60; OK 8
6
Continue on OK 8; US 60
6.8 mi
·
11 min
·
North Main Street
7
Continue on OK 58
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
OK 58
8
Turn left onto OK 51A
23 mi
·
26 min
·
OK 51A
Use the straight / left lanes.
9
Turn straight
209 ft
·
9 sec
10
Turn straight onto OK 8
6.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Clarence Nash Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Continue on OK 8; US 270; US 281
0.4 mi
·
27 sec
·
OK 8; US 270; US 281
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
12
Continue on OK 8; US 270; US 281
15 mi
·
16 min
·
OK 8; US 270; US 281
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Continue on OK 8; US 281
2.6 mi
·
2 min
·
OK 8; US 281
14
Continue on US 281 Spur
4.1 mi
·
4 min
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US 281 Spur
Use the straight lane.
15
Continue on US 281 Spur
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
US 281 Spur
Use the straight lane.
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 40 East: Oklahoma City
Use the straight / left lanes.
17
Merge onto I 40
30 mi
·
30 min
·
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Exit 138B
Toward I 344: Kilpatrick Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Keep slight right at fork
266 ft
·
6 sec
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
20
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi
·
57 sec
Toward I 344 East
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Merge onto I 344
5.8 mi
·
6 min
·
John Kilpatrick Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
22
Merge onto I 240
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Airport Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
Toward I 44 West, OK 3 East, I 240 East: Lawton
Use the slight right lane.
24
Continue on I 240
0.5 mi
·
35 sec
·
I 240
25
Merge onto I 44; I 240; OK 3
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Will Rogers Expressway
Use the straight lane.
26
Keep slight left at fork onto I 240; US 62; OK 3
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Southwest Expressway
Exit 115
Toward I 240 East, US 62 East, OK 3 East: Dallas, Fort Smith
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Continue on I 240; US 62; OK 3
0.5 mi
·
35 sec
·
Southeast Expressway
28
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 4A
Toward I 35 South, US 77 South: Dallas
Use the slight right lane.
29
Merge onto I 35; US 77
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
·
World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
30
Continue on I 35; US 77
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Helen Cole Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
31
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
Exit 118
Toward North 12th Street, Main Street, North 5th Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
32
Turn straight onto North Interstate Highway 35 Frontage Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North Interstate Highway 35 Frontage Road
33
Continue on West Service Road
489 ft
·
9 sec
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West Service Road
Use the straight / sharp right lanes.
34
Continue on North Moore Avenue
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
North Moore Avenue
35
Continue on West Service Road
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
West Service Road
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
36
Turn left onto West Main Street
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
West Main Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
37
Turn left onto North Broadway Street
486 ft
·
15 sec
·
North Broadway Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
38
Arrive at destination
North Broadway Street
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of under 3 hours, you have a lot of flexibility with when to depart. Leaving mid-morning would allow you to arrive in Moore with plenty of afternoon time. The fuel cost is estimated at $23, so ensure your tank is adequately filled before you leave Cherokee, as there's only one planned stop. Keep an eye on your mileage, especially during the 33.2-mile stretch on OK 8, to gauge your fuel consumption and plan for any necessary refueling. This route is easily manageable in one day, so you can focus on the journey itself.
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 72.7 miles from Cherokee, OK, or about 1h 35m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 33.2 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 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 72.7 miles or 1h 35m 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 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Moore, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Cherokee, OK so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Cherokee, OK
This is one driving day of about 145.5 miles and 2h 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Cherokee, 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 8 for about 33.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
73 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 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 72.7 miles from Cherokee, 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 195 decision points cluster between mile 94 and 143.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
9
94 mi into trip
|
~1h 59m in
Take the exit toward I 40 East: Oklahoma City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Toward I 40 East: Oklahoma City
8
135 mi into trip
|
~2h 43m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 44 West, OK 3 East, I 240 East: Lawton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 44 West, OK 3 East, I 240 East: Lawton
9
136.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 45m in
|
I 240; US 62; OK 3 / Southwest Expressway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 240; US 62; OK 3 / Southwest Expressway toward I 240 East, US 62 East, OK 3 East: Dallas, Fort Smith
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 115
Toward I 240 East, US 62 East, OK 3 East: Dalla...
8
141 mi into trip
|
~2h 50m in
Take the exit toward I 35 South, US 77 South: Dallas
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 4A
Toward I 35 South, US 77 South: Dallas
8
143.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 54m in
Take the exit toward North 12th Street, Main Street, North 5th Street
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.
Exit 118
Toward North 12th Street, Main Street, North 5t...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.75 one way
$45.49 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
51 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $24.98 | $49.95 |
| premium | $4.89 | $28.00 | $56.00 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $32.12 | $64.25 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.29
Kilpatrick Turnpike
(5.8 mi)
$0.29
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
$23
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 50.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 43.7 | 0 | $15.28 | $6.98 |
| Efficient EV | 36.4 | 0 | $12.73 | $5.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 58.2 | 0 | $20.37 | $9.31 |
Gas CO2
51 kg
EV CO2
17 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
Moore, OK
Late night in Moore on Sunday
Local time
12:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°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 57m 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 drive features a 38% highway share, meaning you'll spend a good portion of your time on faster roads like the Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway. However, it's not all high-speed cruising; you'll also navigate through local roads via OK 8 and OK 51A. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 33.2 miles on OK 8, offering a chance to settle into a rhythm. The 'Mixed drive' profile suggests a varied experience, so be prepared for changes in speed limits and road conditions as you transition between highways and local routes.
38% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
38 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 33.2 mi on OK 8.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
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 94 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
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 19 significant decision points across 145.5 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 94 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 135 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 136.8 miles (I 240; US 62; OK 3 / Southwest Expressway): 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.
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 Cherokee, OK to Moore, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Smith along the way.
Fort Smith
136.8 mi in
|
~2h 45m
|
via I 240; US 62; OK 3
About the Cities
Arriving in Moore, OK
Full guide →Moore is in the Frontier Country region of Oklahoma and a suburb of Oklahoma City.
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 57m. Total distance: 145.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (38%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 33.2 miles on OK 8. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.29 in tolls one way, starting with Kilpatrick 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.
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 Moore, 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 94 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 135 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 136.8 miles (I 240; US 62; OK 3 / Southwest Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Moore, 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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