Enid, OK to Stilwell, OK is 213.5 miles and takes about 3h 57m via Cimarron Turnpike and Muskogee Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $38 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route primarily keeps you on the highway as you travel east across Oklahoma's Great Plains region. Expect a straightforward drive with minimal detours, making it a solid option for a single-day trip. The majority of your travel will be on well-maintained turnpikes, offering a smooth ride. Plan for this drive to be mostly highway cruising, with a single stop recommended.
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
106.8 miles from Enid, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 51m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Cimarron Turnpike
59 mi
56m
Muskogee Turnpike
33.4 mi
31m
Trooper Chris Van Krevelen Memorial Highway
24.1 mi
25m
Sand Springs Expressway
14.4 mi
16m
42nd Rainbow Infantry Division Memorial Highway
13.6 mi
15m
Broken Arrow Expressway
11.8 mi
14m
42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway
10 mi
15m
Keystone Expressway
8.6 mi
9m
Longest stretch:
Cimarron Turnpike
— 59 mi, about 56m
Traffic on I-244
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 6 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~3,376 veh/hr typical
Quietest
2 AM
~171 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
19.7×
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 Stilwell, 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
14 mi·16 min·Sand Springs Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit onto US 64; OK 51
0.2 mi·26 sec·US 64; OK 51
Toward I 244 West, US 64 East, OK 51 East, US 75 South: Broken Arrow, Okmulgee, Oklahoma CityUse the right lane.
13
Merge onto I 244; US 64; OK 51
0.6 mi·49 sec·Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway
14
Take the exit onto US 64; OK 51
0.3 mi·35 sec·Inner Dispersal Loop
Exit 4BToward US 75 North, US 64 East, OK 51 East: Broken ArrowUse the left lane.
15
Continue on US 64; US 75; OK 51
1.0 mi·1 min·Broken Arrow Expressway
Toward US 75 North, US 64 East, OK 51 East: Broken Arrow, BartlesvilleUse the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight right at fork onto US 64; OK 51
11 mi·13 min·Broken Arrow Expressway
Toward US 64 East, OK 51 East: Broken ArrowUse the straight lane.
17
Continue on OK 51
379 ft·5 sec·Representative David Brumbaugh Memorial Bridge
18
Continue on OK 51
3.8 mi·4 min·Disabled American Veterans Highway
Use the straight lane.
19
Continue on OK 351
33 mi·31 min·Muskogee Turnpike
Toward OK 351 East: Muskogee, Fort SmithUse the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.2 mi·24 sec
Toward US 62 East: Fort Gibson, TahlequahUse the sharp right lane.
21
Merge onto US 62
7.6 mi·9 min·East Shawnee Bypass
Use the straight lane.
22
Continue on US 62; OK 10
3.3 mi·3 min·US 62; OK 10
Use the straight / right lanes.
23
Continue on OK 10; US 62
0.5 mi·34 sec·OK 10; US 62
Use the straight / right lanes.
24
Continue on OK 10; US 62
3.4 mi·3 min·OK 10; US 62
Use the straight lane.
25
Continue on US 62; OK 10
4.0 mi·4 min·US 62; OK 10
26
Continue on OK 10; US 62
1.7 mi·2 min·OK 10; US 62
27
Enter roundabout onto US 62; OK 10; OK 82
118 ft·2 sec·South Muskogee Avenue
Toward US 62 East, OK 10 North
28
Continue on US 62; OK 10; OK 82
2.2 mi·4 min·South Muskogee Avenue
Toward US 62 East, OK 10 North
29
Turn right onto US 62; OK 10; OK 51; OK 82
2.3 mi·3 min·42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway
Use the right lane.
30
Turn right onto US 62; OK 51; OK 10
0.5 mi·43 sec·East Downing Street
Use the right lane.
31
Continue on US 62; OK 51; OK 10
7.4 mi·11 min·42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
32
Continue on OK 51
14 mi·15 min·42nd Rainbow Infantry Division Memorial Highway
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
33
Continue on OK 51
0.3 mi·30 sec·42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway
Use the straight / left lanes.
34
Continue on OK 51
129 ft·6 sec·42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
35
Turn right onto US 59; OK 51
1.6 mi·2 min·North Front Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
36
Turn right onto West Division Street
0.1 mi·22 sec·West Division Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
37
Arrive at destination
West Division Street
Trip Plan
Consider an early morning departure from Enid to make the most of the 3h 57m drive time and arrive in Stilwell with daylight to spare. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost around $38, this is a manageable one-day trip. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially when you move off the main turnpikes, as services can become more spaced out. The longest stretch without an exit is 59 miles on the Cimarron Turnpike, so ensure you're prepared before entering that segment.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 106.8 miles from Enid, OK, or about 1h 51m 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 47 miles or 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 106.8 miles or 1h 51m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 5m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Stilwell, 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 213.5 miles and 3h 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 47 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 20
5 decision points cluster between mile 45.8 and 116.4 — 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
114.4 mi into trip|~1h 59m in|US 64; OK 51
Take the exit onto US 64; OK 51 toward I 244 West, US 64 East, OK 51 East, US 75 South: Broken Arrow, Okmulgee, Oklahoma City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward I 244 West, US 64 East, OK 51 East, US 7...
8
115.2 mi into trip|~2h 1m in|US 64; OK 51 / Inner Dispersal Loop
Take the exit onto US 64; OK 51 / Inner Dispersal Loop toward US 75 North, US 64 East, OK 51 East: Broken Arrow
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Exit 4B
Toward US 75 North, US 64 East, OK 51 East: Bro...
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116.4 mi into trip|~2h 3m in|US 64; OK 51 / Broken Arrow Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto US 64; OK 51 / Broken Arrow Expressway toward US 64 East, OK 51 East: Broken Arrow
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward US 64 East, OK 51 East: Broken Arrow
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$35.50 one way
$70.99 round trip
$4.22/gal25.4 MPG avg75 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.60
$38.67
$77.33
premium
$5.18
$43.57
$87.13
diesel
$5.35
$44.97
$89.94
Estimated Tolls: $5.28
Cimarron Turnpike
(59 mi)$2.94
Muskogee Turnpike
(33.4 mi)$2.34
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
$36
Tolls
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$66–$91
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 74.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
64.1
0
$22.42
$10.25
Efficient EV
53.4
0
$18.68
$8.54
EV Truck/SUV
85.4
1
$29.89
$13.66
Gas CO2
75 kg
EV CO2
25 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 Jun 2, 2026
Origin
Enid, OK
Afternoon
in Enid on Wednesday
Local time
3:37 PM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
E 8 mph39% chanceLive forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued June 1 at 8:50PM CDT until June 1 at 9:15PM CDT by NWS Norman OK
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued June 1 at 8:49PM CDT by NWS Tulsa OK
Destination
Stilwell, OK
Afternoon
in Stilwell on Wednesday
Local time
3:37 PM
CDT
Current temp
70°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Cloudy
E 0 to 5 mph29% chanceLive forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued June 1 at 8:50PM CDT until June 1 at 9:15PM CDT by NWS Norman OK
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued June 1 at 8:49PM CDT by NWS Tulsa OK
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
1 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
3h 57m 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?
This drive is predominantly highway, with 66% of the 213.5 miles on turnpikes. You'll experience a longest stretch of 59 miles on the Cimarron Turnpike before transitioning to other major roads like the Muskogee Turnpike. Expect to see more rural scenery and potentially fewer services once you leave the main turnpike corridors. The transition from 66% highway to surface roads means you'll notice a change in traffic density and exit frequency.
66% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
37 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 Muskogee Turnpike. 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 20 significant decision points across 213.5 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 114.4 miles (US 64; OK 51): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,240 ft512 ft
Total Climb
796 ft
Total Descent
943 ft
Highest Point
1,240 ft
Elevation Range
727 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Enid, OK and Stilwell, OK, road signs point toward Ponca City, Okmulgee, Oklahoma City, Bartlesville, Fort Smith and Tahlequah.
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
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 57m. Total distance: 213.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
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 $5.28 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 10 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 Stilwell, 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. There are 10 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 114.4 miles (US 64; OK 51): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 4.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.9 hours — manageable with a long break at Stilwell, OK, but most travelers stay overnight.
