This 162.6-mile drive from Durant, OK to Edmond, OK is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 3 hours and 11 minutes. The route primarily utilizes the World War I Veterans Memorial Highway and US 70, with a portion also on Director Steven Stokes Memorial Highway. Expect a fuel cost of around $25 for this journey. Both your starting and ending points are situated within the Great Plains region, offering a consistent regional landscape. This is a straightforward drive, perfect for a quick transition between cities without needing 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
81.3 miles from Durant, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 39m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
73.8 mi
1h 16m
US 70
44.4 mi
56m
Director Steven Stokes Memorial Highway
11 mi
11m
Broadway Extension
6.7 mi
8m
Helen Cole Memorial Highway
6.6 mi
7m
East Main Street
6.2 mi
11m
Doctor James E. and Representative Mina M. Hibdon Memorial Highway
5.7 mi
6m
Centennial Expressway
5 mi
6m
Longest stretch:
World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
— 73.8 mi, about 1h 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Durant, OK and Edmond, OK.
1
Start on Northeast 2nd Avenue
286 ft·12 sec·Northeast 2nd Avenue
2
Turn right onto West Cedar Street
472 ft·20 sec·West Cedar Street
3
Keep slight left at fork onto North Malone Street
0.2 mi·54 sec·North Malone Street
4
Turn right onto OK 78
6.2 mi·11 min·East Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Continue on US 70
1.3 mi·1 min·US 70
6
Continue on US 70
12 mi·14 min·US 70
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Continue on US 70
0.3 mi·35 sec·US 70
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Continue on US 70
521 ft·12 sec·US 70
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Continue on US 70
0.4 mi·58 sec·US 70
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Continue on US 70
0.1 mi·14 sec·US 70
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Continue on US 70
0.1 mi·12 sec·US 70
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Continue on US 70
0.5 mi·46 sec·US 70
Use the straight / left lanes.
13
Continue on US 70
7.2 mi·10 min·US 70
Use the straight / left lanes.
14
Turn left onto US 70
22 mi·26 min·US 70
Use the left lane.
15
Take the exit onto US 70
0.2 mi·33 sec·US 70
Toward I 35: Oklahoma CityUse the straight / right lanes.
16
Merge onto I 35; US 70
34 mi·34 min·World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Continue on I 35
11 mi·11 min·Director Steven Stokes Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Continue on I 35
34 mi·35 min·World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Continue on I 35
5.7 mi·6 min·Doctor James E. and Representative Mina M. Hibdon Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
20
Continue on I 35; US 77
6.6 mi·7 min·Helen Cole Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
21
Continue on I 35; US 77
5.3 mi·6 min·World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Keep slight left at fork onto I 235; US 77
5.0 mi·6 min·Centennial Expressway
Exit 126Toward I 235 North, US 77 North: Oklahoma Health Center, State Capitol, EdmondUse the straight lane.
23
Continue on US 77
6.7 mi·8 min·Broadway Extension
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Continue on US Historic 66; US 77
2.6 mi·5 min·South Broadway
Use the straight / right lanes.
25
Turn right onto US Historic 66; US 77
0.2 mi·35 sec·East 2nd Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
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Arrive at destination
US Historic 66; US 77
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour duration, you can easily depart Durant, OK in the morning and arrive in Edmond, OK by lunchtime. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in how you pace your journey. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $25, and plan your fill-up accordingly before you get too low. A practical tip for this route is to be aware that the World War I Veterans Memorial Highway is your longest stretch, so ensure you have snacks and entertainment ready for that portion.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 81.3 miles from Durant, OK, or about 1h 39m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 73.8 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 36 miles or 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 81.3 miles or 1h 39m 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 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Edmond, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Durant, 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 Durant, OK
This is one driving day of about 162.6 miles and 3h 11m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 miles from Durant, 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 World War I Veterans Memorial Highway for about 73.8 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 10
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 162.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|North Malone Street
Keep slight left at fork onto North Malone Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
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0.4 mi into trip|~1m in|OK 78 / East Main Street
Turn right onto OK 78 / East Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
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50.8 mi into trip|~1h 8m in|US 70
Take the exit onto US 70 toward I 35: Oklahoma City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 35: Oklahoma City
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148.1 mi into trip|~2h 51m in|I 235; US 77 / Centennial Expressway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 235; US 77 / Centennial Expressway toward I 235 North, US 77 North: Oklahoma Health Center, State Capitol, Edmond
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: Oklahoma Healt...
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162.4 mi into trip|~3h 10m in|US Historic 66; US 77 / East 2nd Street
Turn right onto US Historic 66; US 77 / East 2nd Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$25.42 one way
$50.84 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg57 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$27.91
$55.82
premium
$4.89
$31.29
$62.58
diesel
$5.61
$35.90
$71.80
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$25
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 56.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
48.8
0
$17.07
$7.80
Efficient EV
40.7
0
$14.23
$6.50
EV Truck/SUV
65
0
$22.76
$10.41
Gas CO2
57 kg
EV CO2
19 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 17, 2026
Origin
Durant, OK
Late night
in Durant on Sunday
Local time
2:29 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Edmond, OK
Late night
in Edmond on Sunday
Local time
2:29 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
58°F
Sulphur, OK
81 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
6 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
3h 11m 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?
You'll experience a mixed drive on this route, with about 30% of the journey on highways. The World War I Veterans Memorial Highway accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch at 73.8 miles, offering a good period of consistent travel. While much of the drive involves efficient road travel, you'll also encounter sections that feel more local. This blend means you get both highway cruising and more varied driving as you approach your destination.
30% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 73.8 mi on World War I Veterans Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
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 around 0.1 miles in near North Malone Street.
Driving Effort6/10
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 162.6 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: at 0.1 miles (North Malone Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 0.4 miles (OK 78 / East Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 50.8 miles (US 70): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
On the drive from Durant, OK to Edmond, OK, road signs begin pointing toward State Capitol along the way.
State Capitol
148.1 mi in|~2h 51m|via I 235; US 77
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 11m. Total distance: 162.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 11m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 73.8 miles on World War I Veterans Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 Edmond, 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 0.1 miles (North Malone Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 0.4 miles (OK 78 / East Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 50.8 miles (US 70): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Oklahoma City National Memorial and Chickasaw National Recreation Area. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.4 hours — manageable with a long break at Edmond, OK, but most travelers stay overnight.
