Spanning 143.3 miles, this drive from Enid to Inola typically takes about 2 hours and 35 minutes to complete. Because the trip is well within the limits of a comfortable day trip, you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You will traverse the Great Plains, transitioning across Oklahoma via a combination of the Cimarron Turnpike, the Trooper Chris Van Krevelen Memorial Highway, and the Sand Springs Expressway. Budgeting approximately $22 for fuel should cover your transit costs easily. This highway-focused route is designed for efficiency, making it a straightforward choice if you are looking to get from point A to point B without unnecessary detours.
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
71.6 miles from Enid, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 15m 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
US 412
12.2 mi
14m
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
4.3 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
Cimarron Turnpike
— 59 mi, about 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Enid, OK and Inola, OK.
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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
4.3 mi·5 min·I 44; US 412; OK 66
Use the straight lane.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto US 412
12 mi·14 min·US 412
Toward US 412 East: ChoteauUse the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi·39 sec
Toward OK 88: Inola, ClaremoreUse the slight right lane.
16
Keep slight right at fork
138 ft·4 sec
Toward OK 88 South: InolaUse the straight / right lanes.
17
Turn straight onto OK 88
1.3 mi·1 min·OK 88
18
Arrive at destination
South Broadway Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time, though hitting the road early helps you avoid potential congestion on the expressways. Plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs and refresh, as the steady nature of highway driving can become monotonous over the 2-hour and 35-minute duration. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before entering the longer 59-mile stretch on the Cimarron Turnpike to ensure you aren't caught off guard. Because the route is compact, you can easily adapt your schedule to accommodate local traffic patterns or personal preference. Prioritize maintaining a consistent speed to maximize your fuel efficiency and keep your $22 budget on track.
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 71.6 miles from Enid, OK, or about 1h 15m 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 32 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 71.6 miles or 1h 15m 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 3m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Inola, 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 143.3 miles and 2h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Enid, 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 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 9
5 decision points cluster between mile 45.8 and 142 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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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
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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
129.5 mi into trip|~2h 18m in|US 412
Keep slight left at fork onto US 412 toward US 412 East: Choteau
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 412 East: Choteau
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141.7 mi into trip|~2h 32m in
Take the exit toward OK 88: Inola, Claremore
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward OK 88: Inola, Claremore
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142 mi into trip|~2h 33m in
Keep slight right at fork toward OK 88 South: Inola
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward OK 88 South: Inola
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.40 one way
$44.81 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg50 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$24.60
$49.20
premium
$4.89
$27.58
$55.15
diesel
$5.61
$31.64
$63.28
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: 50.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
43
0
$15.05
$6.88
Efficient EV
35.8
0
$12.54
$5.73
EV Truck/SUV
57.3
0
$20.06
$9.17
Gas CO2
50 kg
EV CO2
17 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Enid, OK
Night
in Enid on Saturday
Local time
11:18 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Inola, OK
Night
in Inola on Saturday
Local time
11:18 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°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
19 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 35m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a high-speed, highway-focused journey, as 77% of your travel time will be spent on major roads. The experience is defined by a consistent pace, highlighted by a notable 59-mile uninterrupted stretch along the Cimarron Turnpike. You will find that the road maintains a steady, efficient rhythm, shifting from turnpike travel to arterial highways as you progress toward Inola. While the drive lacks the complexity of winding mountain passes, the reliance on major expressways allows you to maintain a steady speed throughout the majority of the trip. It is a functional, no-nonsense route that prioritizes direct travel across the Oklahoma landscape.
77% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 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?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Cimarron Turnpike and Trooper Chris Van Krevelen Memorial Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 45.8 miles in.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 143.3 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
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 129.5 miles (US 412): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
On the drive from Enid, OK to Inola, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Ponca City along the way.
Ponca City
45.8 mi in|~51m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 35m. Total distance: 143.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (77%). 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.
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 Inola, 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: 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 129.5 miles (US 412): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Inola, OK before heading back.
