Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 23m
Distance
70.8 mi
114 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Good
6 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Edmond, OK
Alan Garzón
Pauls Valley, OK
Wikimedia Commons
If you are planning a quick excursion through the heart of the Great Plains, the 70.8-mile journey from Edmond to Pauls Valley is a straightforward endeavor. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 23 minutes on the road, making this an ideal candidate for a single-day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via South Broadway, the Broadway Extension, and the Centennial Expressway to reach your destination. With an estimated fuel cost of just $11, it is a budget-friendly way to travel between these two Oklahoma hubs. Because the entire route remains within the Great Plains region, the landscape remains consistent throughout the drive. It is a practical, no-nonsense route that offers plenty of flexibility for your schedule.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| World War I Veterans Memorial Highway | 38.5 mi | 41m |
| Helen Cole Memorial Highway | 6.8 mi | 7m |
| Broadway Extension | 6.7 mi | 7m |
| Doctor James E. and Representative Mina M. Hibdon Memorial Highway | 5.6 mi | 6m |
| Centennial Expressway | 5 mi | 6m |
| Grant Avenue | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| South Broadway | 2.6 mi | 5m |
| Director Steven Stokes Memorial Highway | 1.9 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Edmond, OK and Pauls Valley, OK.
Start on US Historic 66; US 77
Turn left onto US Historic 66; US 77
Continue on US 77
Continue on I 235; US 77
Merge onto I 35; US 62; US 77
Continue on I 35; US 77
Continue on I 35; US 77
Continue on I 35
Merge onto OK 9; I 35
Continue on OK 9; I 35
Continue on I 35
Take the exit
Turn left onto OK 19
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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.
A short stop after about 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 35.4 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 68.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Depart onto US Historic 66; US 77 / East 2nd Street
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto US Historic 66; US 77 / South Broadway
Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto I 35; US 62; US 77 / World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward OK 19: Paul's Valley, Maysville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn left onto OK 19 / Grant Avenue toward OK 19 East: Pauls Valley, Ada, East Central University
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$11.07 one way
$22.14 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $12.15 | $24.31 |
| premium | $4.89 | $13.62 | $27.25 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.63 | $31.26 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.8 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 | 21.2 | 0 | $7.43 | $3.40 |
| Efficient EV | 17.7 | 0 | $6.19 | $2.83 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.3 | 0 | $9.91 | $4.53 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Edmond on Sunday
Local time
6:31 AM
CDT
Current temp
86°F
Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Destination
Morning in Pauls Valley on Sunday
Local time
6:31 AM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. You will find that this route avoids traditional highway travel entirely, as it maintains a 0% highway share throughout the trip. Because the path relies on local roads rather than high-speed interstates, you should anticipate a more engaged experience behind the wheel. The road transitions through various local stretches, requiring you to navigate turns frequently as you move away from Edmond. Since there are no major highway stretches to cruise on, your pace will be dictated by the local flow of traffic and the winding nature of the roads leading toward Pauls Valley.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US Historic 66; US 77 / East 2nd Street.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 23m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US Historic 66; US 77 / East 2nd Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.2 miles (US Historic 66; US 77 / South Broadway): Lane positioning matters here; at 14.4 miles (I 35; US 62; US 77 / World War I Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 23m. Total distance: 70.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (7%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
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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