Origin
Crescent, OK
Late night in Crescent on Sunday
Local time
12:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Crescent, OK to Norman, OK
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 13m
Distance
56.6 mi
91 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 7m
★
6 AM
1h 13m
8 AM
1h 25m
10 AM
1h 17m
12 PM
1h 16m
3 PM
1h 18m
5 PM
1h 24m
8 PM
1h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Crescent, OK
General Kenobi
Norman, OK
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Trip Overview
This 56.6-mile drive from Crescent to Norman, Oklahoma, is a straightforward 1 hour and 13 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. You'll primarily navigate on South Grand Avenue, Helen Cole Memorial Highway, and World War I Veterans Memorial Highway, with about a quarter of the journey on highways. Given the short duration and minimal stops suggested, this route is easily manageable in a single day, with an estimated fuel cost of $9. Both Crescent and Norman are situated within the Great Plains region, so expect a consistent landscape throughout your journey. This is a practical option for a quick hop between these two Oklahoma communities.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Grand Avenue | 21.8 mi | 27m |
| Helen Cole Memorial Highway | 6.8 mi | 7m |
| World War I Veterans Memorial Highway | 5.2 mi | 6m |
| Broadway Extension | 5 mi | 5m |
| Centennial Expressway | 5 mi | 6m |
| John Kilpatrick Turnpike | 4 mi | 4m |
| US 77 | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| Lake Hefner Parkway | 1.6 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
South Grand Avenue
— 21.8 mi, about 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Crescent, OK and Norman, OK.
1
Start on this road
27 ft
·
7 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto East Monroe Street
204 ft
·
14 sec
·
East Monroe Street
3
Turn left onto OK 74
22 mi
·
27 min
·
South Grand Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Continue on OK 74
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Lake Hefner Parkway
Use the straight lane.
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward Kilpatrick Turnpike, Memorial Road
Use the slight right lane.
6
Turn straight onto North Portland Avenue
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
North Portland Avenue
Use the straight lane.
7
Turn left onto West Memorial Road
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
West Memorial Road
Use the left lane.
8
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward I 344 East
Use the slight left lane.
9
Merge onto I 344
4.0 mi
·
4 min
·
John Kilpatrick Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
Toward US 77 South: Oklahoma City
Use the slight right lane.
11
Merge onto US 77
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Broadway Extension
Use the straight lane.
12
Continue on I 235; US 77
5.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Centennial Expressway
Use the straight lane.
13
Merge onto I 35; US 62; US 77
5.2 mi
·
6 min
·
World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
14
Continue on I 35; US 77
6.8 mi
·
7 min
·
Helen Cole Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
15
Continue on I 35; US 77
0.5 mi
·
35 sec
·
Doctor James E. and Representative Mina M. Hibdon Memorial Highway
16
Take the exit onto US 77
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
US 77
Exit 113
Toward US 77 South
Use the slight left lane.
17
Enter roundabout onto North Flood Avenue
76 ft
·
1 sec
·
North Flood Avenue
18
Continue on North Flood Avenue
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
North Flood Avenue
19
Turn left onto West Robinson Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Robinson Street
Use the left lane.
20
Turn right onto North Porter Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North Porter Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
21
Turn right onto East Gray Street
464 ft
·
21 sec
·
East Gray Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
22
Turn left onto North Crawford Avenue
403 ft
·
21 sec
·
North Crawford Avenue
23
Turn left onto East Main Street
355 ft
·
12 sec
·
East Main Street
24
Arrive at destination
East Main Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.3 miles from Crescent, 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 175 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 51.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
OK 74 / South Grand Avenue
Turn left onto OK 74 / South Grand Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
23.4 mi into trip
|
~29m in
Take the exit toward Kilpatrick Turnpike, Memorial Road
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 Kilpatrick Turnpike, Memorial Road
7
23.9 mi into trip
|
~30m in
|
West Memorial Road
Turn left onto West Memorial Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
24.1 mi into trip
|
~31m in
Take the ramp toward I 344 East
Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 344 East
7
51.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
|
US 77
Take the exit onto US 77 toward US 77 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 113
Toward US 77 South
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.85 one way
$17.70 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $9.72 | $19.43 |
| premium | $4.89 | $10.89 | $21.78 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.50 | $24.99 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.20
Kilpatrick Turnpike
(4 mi)
$0.20
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Tolls
$0
Total
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17 | 0 | $5.94 | $2.72 |
| Efficient EV | 14.2 | 0 | $4.95 | $2.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.6 | 0 | $7.92 | $3.62 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Destination
Norman, OK
Late night in Norman on Sunday
Local time
12:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 13m 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for this 56.6-mile trip. While 25% of the route involves highway travel, the majority is on local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 21.8 miles on South Grand Avenue. This profile suggests a driving experience that requires frequent adjustments and attention, rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. The road character is likely to shift as you transition between these different named sections, keeping you engaged behind the wheel.
Only 25% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 21.8 mi on South Grand Avenue.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near OK 74 / South Grand Avenue.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 56.6 miles you will encounter 17 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 (OK 74 / South Grand Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 23.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 23.9 miles (West Memorial Road): Lane positioning matters here.
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 Crescent, OK to Norman, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Kilpatrick Turnpike along the way.
Kilpatrick Turnpike
23.4 mi in
|
~29m
About the Cities
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 1h 13m. Total distance: 56.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 21.8 miles on South Grand Avenue. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.20 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 Norman, OK before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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 (OK 74 / South Grand Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 23.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 23.9 miles (West Memorial Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Oklahoma City National Memorial. 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 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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