Origin
Edmond, OK
Late night in Edmond on Sunday
Local time
1:04 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Edmond, OK to Geary, 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 11m
Distance
62.9 mi
101 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 6m
★
6 AM
1h 12m
8 AM
1h 23m
10 AM
1h 16m
12 PM
1h 15m
3 PM
1h 16m
5 PM
1h 23m
8 PM
1h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Edmond, OK
Alan Garzón
Geary, OK
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick excursion across the Oklahoma Great Plains, the drive from Edmond to Geary is a straightforward 62.9-mile journey. You can expect to spend about 1 hour and 11 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. Budget approximately $10 for fuel to cover the distance comfortably. Utilizing a combination of the John Kilpatrick Turnpike, the Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway, and OK 8, you will navigate a route that transitions easily from the urban outskirts of Edmond into the open landscape of western Oklahoma. It is a manageable trek that allows you to reach your destination without the fatigue of a long-haul haul.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway | 28.5 mi | 28m |
| John Kilpatrick Turnpike | 18.9 mi | 20m |
| OK 8 | 4.5 mi | 5m |
| US 281 Spur | 4.2 mi | 4m |
| South Broadway | 2.6 mi | 5m |
| Northwest 10th Street | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Broadway Extension | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| East 2nd Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
— 28.5 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Edmond, OK and Geary, OK.
1
Start on US Historic 66; US 77
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
·
East 2nd Street
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
2
Turn left onto US Historic 66; US 77
2.6 mi
·
5 min
·
South Broadway
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on US 77
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Broadway Extension
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
Toward I 344 West: Kilpatrick Turnpike
Use the slight right lane.
5
Merge onto I 344
19 mi
·
20 min
·
John Kilpatrick Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward Northwest 10th Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on Northwest 10th Street
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Northwest 10th Street
Use the left lane.
8
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
Use the left lane.
9
Merge onto I 40; US 270
28 mi
·
28 min
·
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 108
Toward US 281 Spur North: Geary, Watonga
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn right onto US 281 Spur
483 ft
·
11 sec
·
US 281 Spur
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
12
Continue on US 281 Spur
4.1 mi
·
4 min
·
US 281 Spur
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Continue on OK 8; US 281
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
OK 8; US 281
Use the straight lane.
14
Arrive at destination
OK 8; US 270; US 281
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.4 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 53.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US Historic 66; US 77 / South Broadway
Turn left onto US Historic 66; US 77 / South Broadway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
4 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the exit toward I 344 West: Kilpatrick Turnpike
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 344 West: Kilpatrick Turnpike
6
23.2 mi into trip
|
~28m in
Take the exit toward Northwest 10th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Northwest 10th Street
6
25.1 mi into trip
|
~31m in
Take the ramp
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
53.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
Take the exit toward US 281 Spur North: Geary, Watonga
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 108
Toward US 281 Spur North: Geary, Watonga
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.83 one way
$19.67 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.80 | $21.59 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.10 | $24.21 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.89 | $27.78 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.94
Kilpatrick Turnpike
(18.9 mi)
$0.94
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Tolls
$1
Total
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 22 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.9 | 0 | $6.60 | $3.02 |
| Efficient EV | 15.7 | 0 | $5.50 | $2.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.2 | 0 | $8.81 | $4.03 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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
Geary, OK
Late night in Geary on Sunday
Local time
1:04 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°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
18 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 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This trip offers a mixed driving profile that keeps the pace varied as you move through the state. You will spend roughly 44% of your time on highways, balancing efficient travel with more localized road conditions. The most significant portion of the drive is a 28.5-mile stretch along the Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway, which provides a steady rhythm before you transition onto smaller state routes. Expect the character of the road to shift from the structured, high-speed flow of the turnpike to the more grounded feel of OK 8. It is a practical drive that favors utility over complexity, ensuring you spend less time navigating and more time reaching your destination.
44% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 28.5 mi on Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near US Historic 66; US 77 / South Broadway.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 62.9 miles you will encounter 9 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 0.2 miles (US Historic 66; US 77 / South Broadway): Lane positioning matters here; at 4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.2 miles: 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.
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 Geary, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Watonga along the way.
Watonga
53.9 mi in
|
~1h 1m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 11m. Total distance: 62.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 11m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (44%). 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 28.5 miles on Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.94 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 Geary, 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 0.2 miles (US Historic 66; US 77 / South Broadway): Lane positioning matters here; at 4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 Geary, 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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