Trip from Fairfax, OK to Edmond, 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 55m

Distance

103.3 mi

166 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$16

one way

EV Charging

Good

7 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 25 min

4 AM

1h 47m ★

6 AM

1h 55m

8 AM

2h 12m

10 AM

2h 1m

12 PM

1h 59m

3 PM

2h 2m

5 PM

2h 11m

8 PM

1h 50m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Fairfax, OK

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Edmond, OK

Alan Garzón

Trip Overview

Driving from Fairfax to Edmond covers 103.3 miles of Oklahoma landscape, typically taking about 1 hour and 55 minutes to complete. Because this journey fits easily into a single day, you won't need to worry about overnight logistics. You will navigate a mix of thoroughfares, including the World War II Veterans Memorial Highway, North Main Street, and OK 15. With an estimated fuel cost of $16, this trip is quite budget-friendly for a quick excursion. Both the origin and destination sit within the Great Plains, ensuring a consistent regional feel as you travel south. It is a straightforward, manageable route that works perfectly if you are looking for an efficient way to connect these two Oklahoma towns.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

51.7 miles from Fairfax, OK

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 59m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
World War II Veterans Memorial Highway	51.8 mi	52m
North Main Street	16.3 mi	21m
OK 15	14.9 mi	17m
Cimarron Turnpike	14.4 mi	14m
US 77	3.2 mi	6m
US 177	1.2 mi	1m
Shannon Miller Parkway	0.9 mi	<1m
Norma A. Lamb Highway	<0.1 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: World War II Veterans Memorial Highway — 51.8 mi, about 52m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Fairfax, OK and Edmond, OK.

Start on OK 18

16 mi · 21 min · North Main Street

Use the straight lane.

Turn right onto OK 15

15 mi · 17 min · OK 15

Use the right lane.

At end of road, turn left onto US 177

1.2 mi · 1 min · US 177

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 28 sec

Toward US 412 West: Enid

Continue on this road

0.2 mi · 11 sec · this road

Exit 15 Use the straight / right lanes.

Merge onto US 412

14 mi · 14 min · Cimarron Turnpike

Use the straight lane.

Continue on US 64; US 412

522 ft · 6 sec · Norma A. Lamb Highway

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 23 sec

Toward I 35 South, US 64 East: Perry, Oklahoma City

Merge onto I 35

52 mi · 52 min · World War II Veterans Memorial Highway

Use the straight lane.

Continue on I 35; US 77

0.9 mi · 57 sec · Shannon Miller Parkway

Take the exit onto US 77

0.2 mi · 24 sec · US 77

Exit 141 Toward OK 66 East, US 77 South: Southeast 2nd Street Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight right at fork onto US 77

3.0 mi · 5 min · US 77

Use the straight / left lanes.

Arrive at destination

US Historic 66; US 77

Trip Plan

Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule rather than worrying about strict timing. Given the 1 hour and 55 minute duration, you can comfortably make the drive without needing scheduled stops, though taking a break allows you to stretch your legs. Keep your $16 fuel budget in mind as you head out, and consider filling up before you leave Fairfax to avoid any potential price spikes along the way. Your best strategy is to monitor traffic patterns as you approach Edmond, as local road conditions can change once you leave the highway. Because the route is direct, focus on maintaining a steady pace during that long 51.8-mile stretch on the World War II Veterans Memorial Highway to keep your arrival time predictable.

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 51.7 miles from Fairfax, OK, or about 59m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 51.8 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 23 miles or 29m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 51.7 miles or 59m 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 33m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Edmond, OK than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Fairfax, OK so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Fairfax, OK

This is one driving day of about 103.3 miles and 1h 55m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Fairfax, OK.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

The longest stretch is on World War II Veterans Memorial Highway for about 51.8 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Perry, OK

52 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

Pawnee, OK

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Perry, OK

Meal break

The midpoint is around 51.7 miles from Fairfax, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Sooners Corner Restaurant (I-35 Exit 185)

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Perry, Oklahoma

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 59

Hours: 5:30 am–9 pm

+15803365111

Visit website

Sooners Corner Restaurant (I-35 Exit 185)

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 59

Perry, Oklahoma

Hours: 5:30 am–9 pm

+15803365111

Visit website

5 of 10

5 decision points cluster between mile 16.3 and 100.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

16.3 mi into trip | ~21m in | OK 15

Turn right onto OK 15

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

32.4 mi into trip | ~40m in

Take the ramp toward US 412 West: Enid

Navigation decision point

Toward US 412 West: Enid

47.3 mi into trip | ~55m in

Take the exit toward I 35 South, US 64 East: Perry, Oklahoma City

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 35 South, US 64 East: Perry, Oklahoma...

100.2 mi into trip | ~1h 48m in | US 77

Take the exit onto US 77 toward OK 66 East, US 77 South: Southeast 2nd Street

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 141 Toward OK 66 East, US 77 South: Southeast 2nd S...

100.3 mi into trip | ~1h 49m in | US 77

Keep slight right at fork onto US 77

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / left lanes.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$16.15 one way

$32.30 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 36 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.36	$17.73	$35.46
premium	$4.89	$19.88	$39.76
diesel	$5.61	$22.81	$45.61

Estimated Tolls: $0.72

Cimarron Turnpike (14.4 mi) $0.72

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

$16

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$42–$67

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 36.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	31	$10.85	$4.96
Efficient EV	25.8	$9.04	$4.13
EV Truck/SUV	41.3	$14.46	$6.61

Gas CO2

36 kg

EV CO2

12 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 Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Fairfax, OK

Late night in Fairfax on Sunday

Local time

1:03 AM

CDT

Current temp

55°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Edmond, OK

Late night in Edmond on Sunday

Local time

1:03 AM

CDT

Current temp

59°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

77°F

Perry, OK

52 mi in

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

4 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 55m 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?

Expect a mixed-drive experience that transitions between regional highways and local roads. You will spend about 33% of your time on highways, providing a balanced pace throughout the 103.3-mile journey. The longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on the World War II Veterans Memorial Highway, covering 51.8 miles of the total distance. As you move away from Fairfax, the road characteristics shift, requiring you to remain alert as you transition from higher-speed highway segments to the local streets that lead into Edmond. This variety keeps the drive engaging without becoming overly taxing or monotonous.

33% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.

13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 51.8 mi on World War II Veterans Memorial Highway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

6/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 16.3 miles in near OK 15.

Driving Effort 6/10

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 103.3 miles you will encounter 10 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 16.3 miles (OK 15): Lane positioning matters here; at 32.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 47.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

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 Fairfax, OK to Edmond, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Oklahoma City along the way.

Oklahoma City

47.3 mi in | ~55m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 55m. Total distance: 103.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 55m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (33%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Scenic Drive

Mixed highway & surface route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 51.8 miles on World War II Veterans Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $0.72 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 Edmond, 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.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Edmond, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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Trip from Fairfax, OK to Edmond, OK

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

Sooners Corner Restaurant (I-35 Exit 185)

Sooners Corner Restaurant (I-35 Exit 185)

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Electric Vehicle Charging Station

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ChargePoint Charging Station

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Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Fairfax, OK

Edmond, OK

Same local time

4 degrees warmer at arrival

1h 55m on the road

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

How do I pay the tolls on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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