Origin
Edmond, OK
Late night in Edmond on Sunday
Local time
2:50 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Edmond, OK to Chandler, OK
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
46m
Distance
40 mi
64 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 43m
★
6 AM
0h 47m
8 AM
0h 55m
10 AM
0h 49m
12 PM
0h 49m
3 PM
0h 50m
5 PM
0h 54m
8 PM
0h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Edmond, OK
Alan Garzón
Chandler, OK
Kyle Tran
Trip Overview
This 40-mile drive from Edmond to Chandler, Oklahoma, is a short hop that can easily be completed in about 46 minutes, making it perfect for a single-day excursion. You'll primarily navigate via I-35 South, Shannon Miller Parkway, and the World War II Veterans Memorial Highway. With a modest fuel cost of around $6, this route is budget-friendly for a quick trip. The drive is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' suggesting a more involved navigation rather than a simple interstate cruise. Given its brevity and local feel, it's ideal for a single-day trip, allowing ample time to enjoy your destination without needing an overnight stay. Both Edmond and Chandler are situated within the Great Plains region, so expect a consistent landscape throughout your journey.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike | 31.2 mi | 31m |
| East 2nd Street | 3 mi | 5m |
| Shannon Miller Parkway | 2.8 mi | 3m |
| World War II Veterans Memorial Highway | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Manvel Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| North Price Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| John Kilpatrick Turnpike | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| OK 66 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike
— 31.2 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Edmond, OK and Chandler, OK.
1
Start on US Historic 66; US 77
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
East 2nd Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
Take the ramp onto OK 66
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
OK 66
Toward I 35 South: Oklahoma City
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Merge onto I 35; OK 66
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Shannon Miller Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Continue on I 35; OK 66
0.6 mi
·
41 sec
·
World War II Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 138A
Toward I 44 East: Tulsa
Use the sharp right lane.
6
Merge onto I 344
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
·
John Kilpatrick Turnpike
7
Continue on I 44
31 mi
·
31 min
·
Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Exit 166
Toward OK 18: Chandler, Cushing
Use the right lane.
9
At end of road, turn right onto OK 18
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Price Avenue
Use the right lane.
10
Continue on OK 18
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
West 1st Street
11
Keep slight right at fork onto OK 18
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Manvel Avenue
12
Arrive at destination
US Historic 66; OK 66; OK 18
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 40 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20 miles from Edmond, 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 85 decision points cluster between mile 3 and 38.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
3 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
OK 66
Take the ramp onto OK 66 toward I 35 South: Oklahoma City
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 35 South: Oklahoma City
5
3.2 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
I 35; OK 66 / Shannon Miller Parkway
Merge onto I 35; OK 66 / Shannon Miller Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
6.6 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the exit toward I 44 East: Tulsa
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the sharp right lane.
Exit 138A
Toward I 44 East: Tulsa
8
38.4 mi into trip
|
~43m in
Take the exit toward OK 18: Chandler, Cushing
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 166
Toward OK 18: Chandler, Cushing
7
38.8 mi into trip
|
~44m in
|
OK 18 / North Price Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto OK 18 / North Price Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.25 one way
$12.51 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.87 | $13.73 |
| premium | $4.89 | $7.70 | $15.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.83 | $17.66 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.58
Turner Turnpike
(31.2 mi)
$1.56
Kilpatrick Turnpike
(0.4 mi)
$0.02
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Tolls
$2
Total
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 14 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12 | 0 | $4.20 | $1.92 |
| Efficient EV | 10 | 0 | $3.50 | $1.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16 | 0 | $5.60 | $2.56 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Chandler, OK
Late night in Chandler on Sunday
Local time
2:50 AM
CDT
Current temp
72°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
13 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
46m 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 driving experience that leans heavily on local roads and turns, as indicated by its 'turn-heavy local drive' profile. With a 0% highway share, this isn't about cruising on interstates; it's more about engaging with the local infrastructure. While there isn't a 'longest stretch' noted, the emphasis on turns suggests a journey where you'll be frequently adjusting your course. This type of drive can be quite engaging, offering a more intimate connection with the landscape as you navigate through smaller communities and varied road conditions, rather than a monotonous highway experience.
87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 31.2 mi on Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike and East 2nd Street. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3 miles in near OK 66.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 8 decision points packed into just 40 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 46m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3 miles (OK 66): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.2 miles (I 35; OK 66 / Shannon Miller Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 46m. Total distance: 40 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 31.2 miles on Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.58 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 Chandler, 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: at 3 miles (OK 66): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.2 miles (I 35; OK 66 / Shannon Miller Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Chandler, 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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