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Trip from Collinsville, OK to Norman, OK

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 41m

Distance

145.4 mi

234 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$23

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 31 min
4 AM
2h 31m ★
6 AM
2h 41m
8 AM
3h 2m
10 AM
2h 49m
12 PM
2h 46m
3 PM
2h 50m
5 PM
3h 1m
8 PM
2h 35m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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location in Oklahoma

Collinsville, OK

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Downtown Norman, OK, OK

Norman, OK

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Trip Overview

Connecting Collinsville to Norman, this 145.4-mile trip is a straightforward journey across the Oklahoma Great Plains. You can expect to spend about 2 hours and 41 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion. Budget roughly $22 for fuel to cover the distance, which primarily utilizes the Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike, the Skelly Bypass, and the Pearl Harbor Memorial Expressway. Because the entire route remains within the same region, you won't experience drastic shifts in landscape, allowing for a consistent driving experience. Whether you are heading south for work or a quick getaway, the trip is manageable in one go without the need for an overnight stop.

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 Collinsville, OK

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 19m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike 86.6 mi 1h 25m
Skelly Bypass 11.9 mi 14m
Pearl Harbor Memorial Expressway 10.3 mi 11m
Helen Cole Memorial Highway 6.8 mi 7m
I 35 5.5 mi 6m
World War II Veterans Memorial Highway 4.5 mi 5m
US 77 3.7 mi 5m
Honorable Hannah Diggs Atkins, Secretary of State, Memorial Highway 2.9 mi 3m
Longest stretch: Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike — 86.6 mi, about 1h 25m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Collinsville, OK and Norman, OK.

1

Start on OK 20

0.9 mi · 2 min · West Main Street South
Use the straight / right lanes.
2

Take the ramp onto OK 20

0.3 mi · 36 sec · OK 20
Toward OK 20 East, US 169 South: Tulsa Use the right lane.
3

Merge onto OK 20; US 169

2.7 mi · 2 min · Pearl Harbor Memorial Expressway
Toward OK 20 East, US 169 South: Tulsa Use the straight lane.
4

Continue on US 169

1.0 mi · 1 min · Specialist Christopher D. Horton Memorial Highway
Toward US 169 South: Tulsa Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5

Continue on US 169

1.1 mi · 1 min · Sergeant Andrew R. Looney Memorial Highway
Toward US 169 South: Tulsa
6

Continue on US 169

1.4 mi · 1 min · Sergeant Schuyler B. Patch Memorial Highway
Toward US 169 South: Tulsa Use the straight lane.
7

Continue on US 169

1.1 mi · 1 min · Sargeant Anthony Del Mar Peterson Memorial Highway
Toward US 169 South: Tulsa Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Continue on US 169

3.0 mi · 3 min · Pearl Harbor Memorial Expressway
Use the straight lane.
9

Continue on US 169

0.9 mi · 1 min · Sergeant Jeffrey Lee Drake Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Continue on US 169

4.5 mi · 5 min · Pearl Harbor Memorial Expressway
Use the straight lane.
11

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 30 sec
Toward I 44 West, OK 66 West: Oklahoma City Use the slight right lane.
12

Merge onto I 44; OK 66

11 mi · 13 min · Skelly Bypass
Use the straight lane.
13

Keep slight left at fork onto I 44; OK 66

1.1 mi · 1 min · Skelly Bypass
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Continue on I 44

87 mi · 1 hr 25 min · Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike
Toward I 44 West: Oklahoma City Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

Take the exit onto I 44

0.5 mi · 58 sec · I 44
Toward I 35 South, I 44 West, OK 66 West: Dallas, Lawton Use the straight / slight left lanes.
16

Merge onto I 35; I 44; OK 66

4.2 mi · 4 min · World War II Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
17

Keep slight left at fork onto I 35

0.4 mi · 26 sec · World War II Veterans Memorial Highway
Toward I 35 South: Dallas Use the slight left lane.
18

Continue on I 35

2.9 mi · 3 min · Honorable Hannah Diggs Atkins, Secretary of State, Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
19

Continue on I 35

2.5 mi · 3 min · Representative Opio Toure Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
20

Continue on I 35; I 40; US 62; US 270

0.9 mi · 1 min · Crosstown Expressway
21

Keep slight left at fork onto I 35; US 62

5.5 mi · 6 min · I 35; US 62
Toward I 35 South, US 62 West, US 77 South: Dallas Use the left lane.
22

Continue on I 35; US 77

6.8 mi · 7 min · Helen Cole Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
23

Continue on I 35; US 77

0.5 mi · 35 sec · Doctor James E. and Representative Mina M. Hibdon Memorial Highway
24

Take the exit onto US 77

3.7 mi · 5 min · US 77
Exit 113 Toward US 77 South Use the slight left lane.
25

Enter roundabout onto North Flood Avenue

76 ft · 1 sec · North Flood Avenue
26

Continue on North Flood Avenue

0.1 mi · 23 sec · North Flood Avenue
27

Turn left onto West Robinson Street

0.7 mi · 1 min · West Robinson Street
Use the left lane.
28

Turn right onto North Porter Avenue

0.7 mi · 1 min · North Porter Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
29

Turn right onto East Gray Street

464 ft · 21 sec · East Gray Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
30

Turn left onto North Crawford Avenue

403 ft · 21 sec · North Crawford Avenue
31

Turn left onto East Main Street

355 ft · 12 sec · East Main Street
32

Arrive at destination

East Main Street

Trip Plan

Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around local traffic patterns. You only need to build in a single stop to comfortably complete the 145.4-mile trek, so choose a location that aligns with your mid-trip energy levels. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before merging onto the longer segments, as the $22 estimated cost can fluctuate based on your vehicle's efficiency. Because the route relies heavily on major turnpikes and expressways, ensure you have your payment method or toll pass ready to keep your transit seamless. Prioritizing a steady pace will help you navigate the highway-heavy sections efficiently while keeping your arrival time on track.

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 Collinsville, OK, or about 1h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 86.6 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 38m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 72.7 miles or 1h 19m 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 6m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Norman, OK than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Collinsville, 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 Collinsville, OK

This is one driving day of about 145.4 miles and 2h 41m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Collinsville, 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 86.6 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

town in Lincoln County, Oklahoma, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Meeker, OK

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

Sapulpa, OK

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Drumright, OK

Meal break

The midpoint is around 72.7 miles from Collinsville, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 86.6 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Francis Energy Charging Station

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour

Chandler, Oklahoma

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18004891588

Visit website

EVgo Charging Station

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour

Edmond, Oklahoma

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18774943833

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

Early stretch 3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour

Bristow, OK

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Francis Energy Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

Early stretch 3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour

Bristow, Oklahoma

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18004891588

Visit website

Francis Energy Charging Station

2.3 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the start, ~9 min detour

First break 3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour

Tulsa, Oklahoma

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18004891588

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour

Tulsa, Oklahoma

+18668167584

Visit website

Francis Energy Charging Station

2.7 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, ~12 min detour

Final third 4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour

Edmond, Oklahoma

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18004891588

Visit website

DynamicEVC Charging Station

Early in the drive, ~12 min detour

Early stretch 4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour

Tulsa, Oklahoma

+18332172197

Visit website

Oklahoma State Capitol

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+14055213356

Visit website

Bricktown River Walk Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Hours: 4:30 am–11 pm

+14052353500

Visit website

Science Museum Oklahoma

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+14056026664

Visit website

Scissortail Park

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

Home stretch 3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Hours: 6 am–11 pm

+14054456277

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 21

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.9 and 127.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

8
0.9 mi into trip | ~2m in | OK 20

Take the ramp onto OK 20 toward OK 20 East, US 169 South: Tulsa

Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the right lane. Toward OK 20 East, US 169 South: Tulsa
7
1.2 mi into trip | ~3m in | OK 20; US 169 / Pearl Harbor Memorial Expressway

Merge onto OK 20; US 169 / Pearl Harbor Memorial Expressway toward OK 20 East, US 169 South: Tulsa

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight lane. Toward OK 20 East, US 169 South: Tulsa
7
17 mi into trip | ~20m in

Take the exit toward I 44 West, OK 66 West: Oklahoma City

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 44 West, OK 66 West: Oklahoma City
7
116 mi into trip | ~2h 2m 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...
8
127.2 mi into trip | ~2h 15m in | I 35; US 62

Keep slight left at fork onto I 35; US 62 toward I 35 South, US 62 West, US 77 South: Dallas

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the left lane. Toward I 35 South, US 62 West, US 77 South: Dal...

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$22.73 one way

$45.46 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 51 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $24.96 $49.92
premium $4.89 $27.98 $55.96
diesel $5.61 $32.10 $64.20

Estimated Tolls: $4.33

Turner Turnpike (86.6 mi) $4.33

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

$4

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$52–$77

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 43.6 0 $15.27 $6.98
Efficient EV 36.4 0 $12.72 $5.82
EV Truck/SUV 58.2 0 $20.36 $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.

Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026

Origin

Collinsville, OK

Morning in Collinsville on Tuesday

Local time

6:10 AM

CDT

Current temp

74°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Norman, OK

Morning in Norman on Tuesday

Local time

6:10 AM

CDT

Current temp

74°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

75°F

Meeker, OK

73 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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

2h 41m 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 highway-focused drive is designed for efficiency, with 74% of your journey spent on high-speed roads. You will settle into a steady rhythm on the Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike, which accounts for your longest uninterrupted stretch of 86.6 miles. While the route prioritizes speed through major expressways and bypasses, the transition between these segments keeps the drive from feeling entirely monotonous. Be prepared for a functional, direct experience that favors highway reliability over technical backroads. By maintaining focus on these arterial roads, you can navigate the distance predictably and reach your destination with ease.

74% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
32 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 86.6 mi on Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike and Skelly Bypass. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.9 miles in near OK 20.

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 21 significant decision points across 145.4 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 0.9 miles (OK 20): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.2 miles (OK 20; US 169 / Pearl Harbor Memorial Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17 miles: 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.

On the drive from Collinsville, OK to Norman, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Lawton along the way.

Lawton

116 mi in | ~2h 2m | via I 44

About the Cities

Starting in Collinsville, OK

Full guide →

Founded 1897

Owasso is a city of 39,000 people (2021) in the Green Country region of Oklahoma. Owasso sprang up around Tulsa International Airport, and is now largely a bedroom community of Tulsa.

Arriving in Norman, OK

Full guide →

Norman is a city in the Frontier Country region of Oklahoma and in Cleveland County. With a population of 128,000 (2020), it is the third largest city in the state and is home to the University of Oklahoma (popularly known as OU), the state's largest and flagship university.

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 41m. Total distance: 145.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 86.6 miles on Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $4.33 in tolls one way, starting with Turner 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 Norman, 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 0.9 miles (OK 20): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.2 miles (OK 20; US 169 / Pearl Harbor Memorial Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17 miles: 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 Norman, 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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