Enid, OK to Catoosa, OK is 130.9 miles and takes about 2h 21m via Cimarron Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $20 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Great Plains region, making for a straightforward drive across Oklahoma. With most of the travel on turnpikes, you'll likely encounter efficient, open highway cruising for the majority of the distance. Plan for minimal disruption and a quick transit between these two points.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
65.5 miles from Enid, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 9m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Cimarron Turnpike
59 mi
56m
Trooper Chris Van Krevelen Memorial Highway
24.1 mi
25m
Sand Springs Expressway
14.9 mi
16m
Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway
10.3 mi
12m
Keystone Expressway
8.6 mi
9m
East Owen K. Garriott Road
6.4 mi
9m
I 44
2.9 mi
3m
Jerald Warden Memorial Highway
1.2 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Cimarron Turnpike
— 59 mi, about 56m
Traffic on I-244
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 8 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~3,380 veh/hr typical
· worst 4,130
Quietest
1 AM
~184 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
18.4×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Enid, OK and Catoosa, OK.
1
Start on South Grand Avenue
0.3 mi·1 min·South Grand Avenue
2
Turn left onto US 412; CR E0430
6.4 mi·9 min·East Owen K. Garriott Road
Use the straight lane.
3
Continue on US 64; US 412; CR E0425
24 mi·25 min·Trooper Chris Van Krevelen Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
4
Continue on US 412
15 mi·14 min·Cimarron Turnpike
Toward US 412 East: TulsaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.1 mi·7 sec
Exit 15Toward US 177: Stillwater, Ponca CityUse the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·12 sec
Exit 15Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Merge onto US 412
44 mi·41 min·Cimarron Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on US 412
5.0 mi·5 min·Keystone Expressway
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on US 64; US 412
1.2 mi·1 min·Jerald Warden Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on US 64; US 412
3.6 mi·3 min·Keystone Expressway
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on US 64; US 412
15 mi·16 min·Sand Springs Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Merge onto I 244; US 412
10 mi·12 min·Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on I 44; US 412; OK 66
2.9 mi·3 min·I 44; US 412; OK 66
Use the straight lane.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi·27 sec
Exit 240Toward OK 167 North: 193rd East AvenueUse the slight right lane.
15
Turn left onto OK 167; US Historic 66 1926-1972
0.1 mi·19 sec·North 193rd Avenue East
Toward OK 167 North: Tulsa Port of CatoosaUse the straight lane.
16
Continue on OK 167; US Historic 66 1926-1972
0.1 mi·18 sec·North 193rd East Avenue
Toward OK 167 North: Tulsa Port of CatoosaUse the straight lane.
17
Continue on OK 167; US Historic 66 1926-1972
0.8 mi·1 min·North 193rd Avenue East
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Turn left onto East Pine Street North
243 ft·7 sec·East Pine Street North
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
19
Turn right onto CR S4070
0.4 mi·44 sec·North 193rd East Avenue
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
20
Turn right onto West Tigerswitch Road
1.0 mi·1 min·West Tigerswitch Road
Use the straight / sharp right lanes.
21
At end of road, turn right onto West Denbo Street
207 ft·5 sec·West Denbo Street
Use the left / right lanes.
22
Arrive at destination
West Denbo Street
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short 2h 21m duration, this route is easily manageable as a single-day trip. Aim to depart in the morning to take advantage of daylight and potentially lighter traffic. With only 130.9 miles, you have flexibility for spontaneous stops if needed, though the route data doesn't indicate specific rest areas. Keep an eye on your fuel as you approach Catoosa; the estimated $20 budget should cover the travel, but it's always wise to top off before a longer stretch if you see an opportunity.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 65.5 miles from Enid, OK, or about 1h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 59 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 29 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 65.5 miles or 1h 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 52m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Catoosa, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Enid, 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 Enid, OK
This is one driving day of about 130.9 miles and 2h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from Enid, OK.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Cimarron Turnpike for about 59 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 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 45.8 and 129.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
45.8 mi into trip|~51m in
Take the exit toward US 177: Stillwater, Ponca City
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 15
Toward US 177: Stillwater, Ponca City
8
45.9 mi into trip|~51m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Exit 15
7
128.1 mi into trip|~2h 16m in
Take the exit toward OK 167 North: 193rd East Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 240
Toward OK 167 North: 193rd East Avenue
6
128.4 mi into trip|~2h 16m in|OK 167; US Historic 66 1926-1972 / North 193rd Avenue East
Turn left onto OK 167; US Historic 66 1926-1972 / North 193rd Avenue East toward OK 167 North: Tulsa Port of Catoosa
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward OK 167 North: Tulsa Port of Catoosa
6
129.4 mi into trip|~2h 18m in|East Pine Street North
Turn left onto East Pine Street North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$21.76 one way
$43.53 round trip
$4.22/gal25.4 MPG avg46 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.60
$23.71
$47.41
premium
$5.18
$26.71
$53.42
diesel
$5.35
$27.57
$55.14
Estimated Tolls: $2.94
Cimarron Turnpike
(59 mi)$2.94
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Tolls
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 45.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
39.3
0
$13.74
$6.28
Efficient EV
32.7
0
$11.45
$5.24
EV Truck/SUV
52.4
0
$18.33
$8.38
Gas CO2
46 kg
EV CO2
15 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 May 10, 2026
Origin
Enid, OK
Afternoon
in Enid on Wednesday
Local time
3:05 PM
CDT
Current temp
70°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers
NE 16 mph22% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Catoosa, OK
Afternoon
in Catoosa on Wednesday
Local time
3:05 PM
CDT
Current temp
86°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
16 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 21m on the road
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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
You'll spend 73% of this 130.9-mile route on highways, with the longest continuous stretch on the Cimarron Turnpike covering 59 miles. The transition from turnpike to surface roads will likely feel like a gradual decrease in speed and an increase in local traffic as you approach your destination. Expect a mix of efficient highway travel and more typical road conditions.
73% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 59 mi on Cimarron Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Cimarron Turnpike and Trooper Chris Van Krevelen Memorial Highway. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 45.8 miles in.
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 130.9 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: at 45.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 45.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 128.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,240 ft623 ft
Total Climb
35 ft
Total Descent
652 ft
Highest Point
1,240 ft
Elevation Range
617 ft
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 Enid, OK to Catoosa, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Ponca City along the way.
Enid is the county seat of Garfield County, Oklahoma. The population was 47,045 at the 2000 census. It is in the Red Carpet Country region of Oklahoma. Enid was founded during the opening of the Cherokee Outlet by land run in 1893 and was originally a stop along the Chisolm Trail. It has also been the home of Vance Air Force Base since 1941.
Top landmarks
•Broadway Tower — building in Enid, Oklahoma, USA
•Enid Cemetery — cemetery in Enid, Oklahoma
•Enid Downtown Historic District — historic district in Oklahoma, United States
Catoosa is a city in Green Country, Oklahoma, on historic Route 66. It had a population of about 7,000 in 2018. It is home to a large statue of a blue whale, Oklahoma's largest casino, and a huge Native American art market.
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 21m. Total distance: 130.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (73%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 59 miles on Cimarron Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $2.94 in tolls one way, starting with Cimarron 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.
Yes — we found about 8 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Catoosa, 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. There are 8 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 45.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 45.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 128.1 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 Catoosa, OK before heading back.
