If you are planning a trip from Clinton to Lawton, you are looking at a manageable 98.5-mile journey across the Oklahoma Great Plains. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 55 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $15, the trip is quite economical. You will primarily navigate via North Glenn L. English Street, US 62, and North 4th Street. Since both cities are located within the same region, the environment remains consistent throughout your travel. It is a straightforward drive that works perfectly if you want to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
49.3 miles from Clinton, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 57m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
North Glenn L. English Street
49 mi
57m
US 62
29.9 mi
33m
North 4th Street
14.4 mi
16m
13th Street
2.9 mi
4m
US 281 Business
0.9 mi
1m
Bill W. Burgess, Junior Highway
0.9 mi
<1m
West Gary Boulevard
0.1 mi
<1m
Indian Trail Road
0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
North Glenn L. English Street
— 49 mi, about 57m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clinton, OK and Lawton, OK.
1
Start on North 6th Street
68 ft·9 sec·North 6th Street
2
Turn left onto I 40 Business; US Historic 66
0.1 mi·16 sec·West Gary Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Turn right onto US 183
14 mi·16 min·North 4th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Continue on US 183
49 mi·57 min·North Glenn L. English Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Turn left onto US 62 Business
2.9 mi·4 min·13th Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
Turn left onto US 62
23 mi·25 min·US 62
Use the straight / left lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto US 62
7.0 mi·8 min·US 62
Toward Rogers LaneUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Turn right onto Indian Trail Road
0.1 mi·20 sec·Indian Trail Road
Use the right lane.
9
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·24 sec
10
Merge onto I 44; US 277; US 281
0.9 mi·59 sec·Bill W. Burgess, Junior Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit onto US 281 Business
0.9 mi·1 min·US 281 Business
Exit 39AToward US 281 Business South: LawtonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn left onto Southwest Gore Boulevard
38 ft·0 sec·Southwest Gore Boulevard
13
Arrive at destination
Southwest Gore Boulevard
Trip Plan
Because this is a relatively short trip under two hours, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. You will not need to worry about complex stop-over logistics, as the route does not require any mandatory breaks to reach Lawton comfortably. Keep in mind that since the entire journey is under 100 miles, you can easily complete it in one go without heavy fatigue. Budgeting roughly $15 for fuel should cover your needs, but it is always wise to check your levels before leaving Clinton. A helpful tip for this specific route is to prioritize steady pacing during your 49-mile stretch on North Glenn L. English Street to maintain a consistent arrival time.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 49.3 miles from Clinton, OK, or about 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 49 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 22 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49.3 miles or 57m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 34m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lawton, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Clinton, OK so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Clinton, OK
This is one driving day of about 98.5 miles and 1h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Clinton, OK.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on North Glenn L. English Street for about 49 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
The midpoint is around 49.3 miles from Clinton, 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.
Nearby Places
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
Elmer Thomas Park
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, right off the route
0.8 mi from route
~2 min detour
mile 98.5
Lawton, Oklahoma
Hours: 6 am–11 pm
+15805813400
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 10
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 97.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
0 mi into trip|~0m in|I 40 Business; US Historic 66 / West Gary Boulevard
Turn left onto I 40 Business; US Historic 66 / West Gary Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|US 183 / North 4th Street
Turn right onto US 183 / North 4th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
63.5 mi into trip|~1h 14m in|US 62 Business / 13th Street
Turn left onto US 62 Business / 13th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
7
89.4 mi into trip|~1h 43m in|US 62
Keep slight right at fork onto US 62 toward Rogers Lane
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Rogers Lane
7
97.5 mi into trip|~1h 53m in|US 281 Business
Take the exit onto US 281 Business toward US 281 Business South: Lawton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 39A
Toward US 281 Business South: Lawton
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.40 one way
$30.80 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg35 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$16.91
$33.82
premium
$4.89
$18.96
$37.91
diesel
$5.61
$21.75
$43.50
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
29.5
0
$10.34
$4.73
Efficient EV
24.6
0
$8.62
$3.94
EV Truck/SUV
39.4
0
$13.79
$6.30
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (65% 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 17, 2026
Origin
Clinton, OK
Night
in Clinton on Saturday
Local time
11:16 PM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Lawton, OK
Night
in Lawton on Saturday
Local time
11:16 PM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Mostly Clear
S 12 mph4% chanceLive forecast
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued April 17 at 12:40AM CDT until April 17 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Norman OK
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 16 at 11:33PM CDT until April 18 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Amarillo TX
74°F
Hobart, OK
49 mi in
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
9 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
1h 55m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip offers a mixed driving profile that keeps the experience varied as you transition between roads. You will spend about 31% of your time on highways, though the route also incorporates local stretches. The most significant portion of your journey involves a 49-mile uninterrupted segment on North Glenn L. English Street, which serves as the backbone of your travel. Because the roads shift from major thoroughfares to smaller streets, you will experience a change in pace that prevents the drive from feeling like a monotonous interstate grind. Be prepared for a blend of open-road driving and the more measured speeds required on local streets.
31% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 49 mi on North Glenn L. English Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near I 40 Business; US Historic 66 / West Gary Boulevard.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 98.5 miles you will encounter 10 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: near the start (I 40 Business; US Historic 66 / West Gary Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.1 miles (US 183 / North 4th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 63.5 miles (US 62 Business / 13th Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 55m. Total distance: 98.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (31%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 49 miles on North Glenn L. English Street. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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: near the start (I 40 Business; US Historic 66 / West Gary Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.1 miles (US 183 / North 4th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 63.5 miles (US 62 Business / 13th Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Lawton, OK before heading back.
