Traveling from Frederick to Edmond covers 147.7 miles across the Oklahoma Great Plains, a journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 52 minutes. Because the drive is relatively short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $22 for fuel, making this an economical excursion for your travel plans. Navigating primarily via the Harry E. Bailey Turnpike, US 62, and the Will Rogers Expressway, you will find the transition between these two Great Plains cities straightforward. This route functions well as a direct transit, offering a practical way to cross the state without unnecessary complications.
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
73.8 miles from Frederick, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 28m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
61.2 mi
1h 2m
US 62
33.4 mi
37m
Will Rogers Expressway
19.5 mi
23m
North Main Street
17.3 mi
25m
Broadway Extension
5.9 mi
7m
Pioneer Expressway
4.6 mi
4m
South Broadway
2.6 mi
5m
Bill W. Burgess, Junior Highway
1.4 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
— 61.2 mi, about 1h 2m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Frederick, OK and Edmond, OK.
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Start on OK 5
423 ft·21 sec·West Gladstone Avenue
2
Turn left onto US 183
17 mi·25 min·North Main Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·39 sec
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Merge onto US 62
26 mi·28 min·US 62
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Keep slight right at fork onto US 62
7.2 mi·8 min·US 62
Toward Rogers LaneUse the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit onto US 62
0.3 mi·32 sec·US 62
7
Merge onto I 44; US 62; US 277; US 281
1.4 mi·1 min·Bill W. Burgess, Junior Highway
Toward I 44 East, US 62 East, US 277 North, US 281 North: Oklahoma City
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Continue on I 44; US 62; US 277; US 281
4.6 mi·4 min·Pioneer Expressway
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on I 44
61 mi·1 hr 2 min·Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
Toward I 44 East: Chickasha, Oklahoma CityUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on I 44; US 62
16 mi·18 min·Will Rogers Expressway
Use the straight / sharp right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 44
3.7 mi·4 min·Will Rogers Expressway
Toward I 44 East, OK 66 East: TulsaUse the right lane.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi·42 sec
Exit 127A-BToward I 235, US 77: Oklahoma City, EdmomdUse the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·41 sec
Toward US 77 North: Edmond, Northwest 63rd StreetUse the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·59 sec
Toward US 77 North: EdmondUse the slight left lane.
15
Merge onto US 77
5.9 mi·7 min·Broadway Extension
Use the straight lane.
16
Continue on US Historic 66; US 77
2.6 mi·5 min·South Broadway
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Turn right onto US Historic 66; US 77
0.2 mi·35 sec·East 2nd Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
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Arrive at destination
US Historic 66; US 77
Trip Plan
Since the total drive time is under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Planning for at least one stop is a smart way to break up the 147.7-mile journey and keep your focus sharp behind the wheel. Given the reliance on the Harry E. Bailey Turnpike, be sure to have your toll payment method ready before you hit the road to ensure a seamless experience. If you prefer to avoid peak traffic, timing your arrival in the Edmond area to miss standard commute hours will make for a smoother end to your trip. Keeping your fuel tank topped off before leaving Frederick will help you stay within your estimated $22 travel budget.
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 73.8 miles from Frederick, OK, or about 1h 28m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 61.2 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 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 73.8 miles or 1h 28m 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 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Edmond, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Frederick, 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 Frederick, OK
This is one driving day of about 147.7 miles and 2h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Frederick, 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 Harry E. Bailey Turnpike for about 61.2 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 43.6 and 138.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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43.6 mi into trip|~55m in|US 62
Keep slight right at fork onto US 62 toward Rogers Lane
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Rogers Lane
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134.1 mi into trip|~2h 31m in|I 44 / Will Rogers Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 44 / Will Rogers Expressway toward I 44 East, OK 66 East: Tulsa
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward I 44 East, OK 66 East: Tulsa
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137.8 mi into trip|~2h 36m in
Take the exit toward I 235, US 77: Oklahoma City, Edmomd
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 127A-B
Toward I 235, US 77: Oklahoma City, Edmomd
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138.1 mi into trip|~2h 37m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 77 North: Edmond, Northwest 63rd Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 77 North: Edmond, Northwest 63rd Stre...
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138.5 mi into trip|~2h 38m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 77 North: Edmond
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward US 77 North: Edmond
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.09 one way
$46.18 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg52 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$25.35
$50.71
premium
$4.89
$28.42
$56.85
diesel
$5.61
$32.61
$65.22
Estimated Tolls: $4.28
Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
(61.2 mi)$4.28
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
$23
Tolls
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
44.3
0
$15.51
$7.09
Efficient EV
36.9
0
$12.92
$5.91
EV Truck/SUV
59.1
0
$20.68
$9.45
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
17 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 20, 2026
Origin
Frederick, OK
Late night
in Frederick on Tuesday
Local time
4:10 AM
CDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Edmond, OK
Late night
in Edmond on Tuesday
Local time
4:10 AM
CDT
Current temp
75°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
7 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 52m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Oklahoma City National Memorial
National Memorial
The outdoor symbolic memorial is a place of quiet reflection, honoring victims, survivors, rescuers, and all who were changed forever on April 19, 1995. It encompasses the now sacred soil where the Al...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 80% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You will experience a mix of high-speed transit and standard highway travel as you navigate the turnpikes and expressways. The longest uninterrupted stretch occurs early on, covering 61.2 miles on the Harry E. Bailey Turnpike, which allows for consistent cruising. As you move from the southwestern part of the state toward the Edmond area, the road maintains a steady, efficient pace. Expect a reliable driving experience that prioritizes speed and directness over winding scenic detours.
80% 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: 61.2 mi on Harry E. Bailey Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Harry E. Bailey Turnpike and US 62. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 43.6 miles in near US 62.
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 13 significant decision points across 147.7 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 43.6 miles (US 62): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 134.1 miles (I 44 / Will Rogers Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 137.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. 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.
Between Frederick, OK and Edmond, OK, road signs point toward Oklahoma City and Edmomd.
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 52m. Total distance: 147.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 61.2 miles on Harry E. Bailey Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $4.28 in tolls one way, starting with Harry E. Bailey 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.
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 43.6 miles (US 62): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 134.1 miles (I 44 / Will Rogers Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 137.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Oklahoma City National Memorial. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Edmond, OK before heading back.
