Origin
Edmond, OK
Night in Edmond on Saturday
Local time
9:46 PM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Edmond, OK to Cherokee, OK
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 42m
Distance
125.2 mi
202 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 31m
★
6 AM
2h 42m
8 AM
3h 3m
10 AM
2h 50m
12 PM
2h 47m
3 PM
2h 51m
5 PM
3h 2m
8 PM
2h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Edmond, OK
Alan Garzón
Cherokee, OK
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 125.2-mile journey from Edmond, OK to Cherokee, OK will take you about 2 hours and 42 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. You'll primarily be on North Portland Avenue, US 64, and US 60, with 38% of the drive on highways. The total fuel cost is estimated at $19, and you'll encounter one suggested stop along the way. This mixed drive through the Great Plains region offers a convenient way to travel between these two Oklahoma communities without needing an overnight stay.
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
62.6 miles from Edmond, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 20m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Portland Avenue | 47.7 mi | 58m |
| US 64 | 26.9 mi | 36m |
| US 60 | 15 mi | 17m |
| Trooper Chris Van Krevelen Memorial Highway | 9.8 mi | 10m |
| OK 8 | 6.1 mi | 7m |
| Northwest 192nd Street | 3.5 mi | 6m |
| Angie Debo Memorial Highway | 3 mi | 3m |
| North 54th Street | 2.5 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
North Portland Avenue
— 47.7 mi, about 58m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Edmond, OK and Cherokee, OK.
1
Start on US Historic 66; US 77
7 ft
·
3 sec
·
East 2nd Street
2
Turn right onto South Boulevard Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Boulevard Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Turn left onto East Danforth Road
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
East Danforth Road
Use the left lane.
4
Continue on Northwest 192nd Street
3.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Northwest 192nd Street
5
Turn right onto OK 74
31 mi
·
38 min
·
North Portland Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Continue on OK 74
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Angie Debo Memorial Highway
Use the straight / left lanes.
7
Continue on OK 74
17 mi
·
20 min
·
North Portland Avenue
8
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
Toward US 64 West, US 412 West, CR E0425 West
9
Merge onto US 64; US 412; CR E0425
9.8 mi
·
10 min
·
Trooper Chris Van Krevelen Memorial Highway
Use the straight / uturn lanes.
10
Continue on US 64; US 412
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
East Owen K. Garriott Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Turn right onto North 54th Street
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
North 54th Street
Use the right lane.
12
Turn left onto Breckenridge Road
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Breckenridge Road
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
13
Continue on Breckinridge Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Breckinridge Road
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
14
Turn right onto Crestwood
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Crestwood
15
Turn left onto East Phillips Avenue
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
East Phillips Avenue
16
Turn right onto US 60; US 64; US 81
15 mi
·
17 min
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US 60; US 64; US 81
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Turn left onto US 64
8.2 mi
·
9 min
·
US 64
Use the straight / left lanes.
18
Continue on US 64; OK 132
13 mi
·
18 min
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US 64; OK 132
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
19
Continue on US 64; OK 58
5.3 mi
·
7 min
·
US 64; OK 58
20
Keep slight right at fork onto US 64; OK 58
450 ft
·
16 sec
·
US 64; OK 58
21
Turn straight onto OK 8; OK 58; US 64
6.1 mi
·
7 min
·
OK 8; OK 58; US 64
22
Turn right onto East 4th Street
99 ft
·
1 sec
·
East 4th Street
23
Arrive at destination
East 4th Street
Trip Plan
Given the 2 hour and 42 minute duration, leaving Edmond in the morning is ideal to maximize your time in Cherokee. With only one recommended stop and a manageable 125.2 miles, you have plenty of flexibility. Keep an eye on your fuel, especially during the 47.7-mile stretch on North Portland Avenue where services might be less frequent. The $19 fuel estimate is a good starting point for budgeting your trip. This drive is best tackled in a single day, so plan your departure to comfortably reach your destination.
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 62.6 miles from Edmond, OK, or about 1h 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 47.7 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 28 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 62.6 miles or 1h 20m 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 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cherokee, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Edmond, 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 Edmond, OK
This is one driving day of about 125.2 miles and 2h 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from Edmond, 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 North Portland Avenue for about 47.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
63 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 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 62.6 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 135 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 72.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
South Boulevard Street
Turn right onto South Boulevard Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
1 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
East Danforth Road
Turn left onto East Danforth Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
7 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
OK 74 / North Portland Avenue
Turn right onto OK 74 / North Portland Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
69.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 28m in
|
North 54th Street
Turn right onto North 54th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
72.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 32m in
|
Breckenridge Road
Turn left onto Breckenridge Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.57 one way
$39.15 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
44 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $21.49 | $42.98 |
| premium | $4.89 | $24.09 | $48.19 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $27.64 | $55.29 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 43.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 37.6 | 0 | $13.15 | $6.01 |
| Efficient EV | 31.3 | 0 | $10.96 | $5.01 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 50.1 | 0 | $17.53 | $8.01 |
Gas CO2
44 kg
EV CO2
15 kg (66% 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
Cherokee, OK
Night in Cherokee on Saturday
Local time
9:46 PM
CDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
25 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
2h 42m 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...
13 mi from route
~32 min detour
$18
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a mixed drive experience on this route, with a significant portion being two-lane roads that transition to highway segments. While 38% of the trip is on highways, you'll also navigate local roads. The longest continuous stretch without a significant change in road type is 47.7 miles on North Portland Avenue. This means the drive will have varying speeds and a feel that shifts between more direct highway travel and more meandering local road navigation, offering a dynamic driving experience.
38% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 47.7 mi on North Portland Avenue.
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 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South Boulevard Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 125.2 miles you will encounter 13 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 (South Boulevard Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles (East Danforth Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 7 miles (OK 74 / North Portland Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,227 ft
1,012 ft
Total Climb
459 ft
Total Descent
484 ft
Highest Point
1,227 ft
~116.3 mi in
Elevation Range
215 ft
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 Edmond, OK to Cherokee, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Cr E0425 West along the way.
Cr E0425 West
57.7 mi in
|
~1h 14m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 42m. Total distance: 125.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 42m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (38%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 47.7 miles on North Portland Avenue. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Cherokee, 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: near the start (South Boulevard Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles (East Danforth Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 7 miles (OK 74 / North Portland Avenue): 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 Cherokee, 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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