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Trip from Guymon, OK to Shawnee, OK

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

5h 52m

Distance

301.5 mi

485 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$47

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min
4 AM
5h 39m ★
6 AM
5h 52m
8 AM
6h 18m
10 AM
6h 1m
12 PM
5h 59m
3 PM
6h 3m
5 PM
6h 17m
8 PM
5h 44m

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

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Downtown Guymon, OK, OK

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Downtown Shawnee, OK, OK

Shawnee, OK

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Trip Overview

This 301.5-mile drive from Guymon, OK, to Shawnee, OK, is a substantial undertaking, estimated to take just under 6 hours. Primarily utilizing Governor George Nigh's Northwest Passage, OK 3, and the Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway, it offers a direct path across Oklahoma. With an estimated fuel cost of $46, this route is well-suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop. The journey stays within the Great Plains region, offering a consistent landscape throughout. This is a practical, no-frills drive for those looking to cover ground efficiently.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

150.8 miles from Guymon, OK

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Governor George Nigh's Northwest Passage 88.8 mi 1h 43m
OK 3 53.2 mi 1h
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway 38.5 mi 40m
OK 8 19 mi 20m
Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway 16.2 mi 17m
US 183 14 mi 16m
Road AA 12.3 mi 14m
Tinker Diagonal 11.8 mi 13m
Longest stretch: Governor George Nigh's Northwest Passage — 88.8 mi, about 1h 43m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Guymon, OK and Shawnee, OK.

1

Start on US 412; OK 3; OK 136

358 ft · 19 sec · North Main Street
2

Turn left onto Northeast 4th Street

0.4 mi · 42 sec · Northeast 4th Street
3

Turn right onto North East Street

1.2 mi · 2 min · North East Street
4

Continue on US 412; OK 3

10 mi · 11 min · Road W
5

Continue on US 412; OK 3

6.3 mi · 7 min · Governor George Nigh's Northwest Passage
6

Continue on US 412; OK 3

0.4 mi · 1 min · Peery Street
7

Continue on US 412; OK 3

0.7 mi · 1 min · Governor George Nigh's Northwest Passage
8

Continue on US 412; OK 3

12 mi · 14 min · Road AA
Use the straight / right lanes.
9

Continue on US 412; OK 3

82 mi · 1 hr 35 min · Governor George Nigh's Northwest Passage
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
10

Continue on US 183; US 270; US 412; OK 3

0.3 mi · 21 sec · US 183; US 270; US 412; OK 3
Use the straight / right lanes.
11

Continue on US 183; US 270; US 412; OK 3

3.4 mi · 3 min · US 183; US 270; US 412; OK 3
Use the straight / right lanes.
12

Continue on US 183; US 270; US 412; OK 3

1.5 mi · 1 min · US 183; US 270; US 412; OK 3
Use the straight / right lanes.
13

Continue on US 183; US 270; US 412; OK 3

3.7 mi · 4 min · US 183; US 270; US 412; OK 3
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
14

Turn left onto US 183; US 270; US 412; OK 3

2.1 mi · 4 min · Oklahoma Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
15

Turn right onto US 183; US 270; OK 3; OK 34

0.5 mi · 1 min · 9th Street
Use the right lane.
16

Continue on US 183; US 270; OK 3; OK 34

2.0 mi · 3 min · Williams Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
17

Continue on US 183; US 270; OK 3; OK 34

5.0 mi · 5 min · US 183; US 270; OK 3; OK 34
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
18

Continue on OK 3; US 183; US 270

24 mi · 26 min · OK 3; US 183; US 270
Use the straight / right lanes.
19

Continue on OK 3; US 270

2.0 mi · 2 min · OK 3; US 270
Use the straight lane.
20

Continue on OK 3; US 60; US 270; US 281

0.7 mi · 49 sec · North Main Street
Use the straight lane.
21

Continue on OK 3; OK 51; US 270; US 281

8.4 mi · 9 min · 42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway
Use the straight / left lanes.
22

Continue on OK 3; US 270; US 281

4.1 mi · 4 min · OK 3; US 270; US 281
Use the straight / right lanes.
23

Keep slight right at fork onto OK 3; US 270; US 281

14 mi · 15 min · OK 3; US 270; US 281
Use the straight / right lanes.
24

Continue on US 270; US 281; OK 3

1.9 mi · 2 min · US 270; US 281; OK 3
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
25

Continue on OK 3; OK 33; US 270; US 281

9.6 mi · 11 min · OK 3; OK 33; US 270; US 281
Use the straight lane.
26

Turn right onto US 270; US 281; OK 8

2.0 mi · 2 min · South Clarence Nash Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
27

Continue on OK 8; US 270; US 281

0.5 mi · 31 sec · OK 8; US 270; US 281
28

Continue on OK 8; US 270; US 281

0.4 mi · 27 sec · OK 8; US 270; US 281
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
29

Continue on OK 8; US 270; US 281

15 mi · 16 min · OK 8; US 270; US 281
Use the straight / right lanes.
30

Continue on OK 8; US 281

2.6 mi · 2 min · OK 8; US 281
31

Continue on US 281 Spur

4.1 mi · 4 min · US 281 Spur
Use the straight lane.
32

Continue on US 281 Spur

0.2 mi · 34 sec · US 281 Spur
Use the straight lane.
33

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 40 sec
Toward I 40 East: Oklahoma City Use the straight / left lanes.
34

Merge onto I 40

38 mi · 40 min · Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
35

Continue on I 40; US 270

5.8 mi · 7 min · Crosstown Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
36

Keep slight left at fork onto I 40; US 270

12 mi · 13 min · Tinker Diagonal
Exit 128 Toward I 240 East, US 270 East: Fort Smith Use the slight left lane.
37

Continue on I 40; US 270; OK 3

16 mi · 17 min · Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
38

Take the exit onto OK 3W; US 270

0.2 mi · 29 sec · OK 3W; US 270
Exit 181 Toward US 177, OK 3W East, US 270 East: Shawnee, Tecumseh Use the straight / right lanes.
39

Keep slight right at fork onto OK 3W; US 270

0.3 mi · 43 sec · OK 3W; US 270
Toward US 177 South, OK 3W East, US 270 East: Shawnee, Tecumseh Use the straight lane.
40

Merge onto OK 3W; US 177; US 270

5.4 mi · 6 min · OK 3W; US 177; US 270
41

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 33 sec
42

Continue on OK 18

0.8 mi · 1 min · West Farrall Street
43

Turn left onto South Kickapoo Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · South Kickapoo Street
44

Turn sharp right onto West Main Street

0.3 mi · 38 sec · West Main Street
45

Arrive at destination

West Main Street

Trip Plan

Given the 5-hour and 52-minute duration, starting your drive from Guymon in the morning will allow ample time to reach Shawnee by late afternoon. While the route is manageable in one day, consider breaking it up with one planned stop for fuel and a stretch, especially given the longest stretch is nearly 89 miles. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, particularly before embarking on the longer segments. It's a good idea to check your tire pressure before you leave, ensuring optimal performance for the 301.5-mile trip.

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 150.8 miles from Guymon, OK, or about 3h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 88.8 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 66 miles or 1h 19m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 150.8 miles or 3h in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 48m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Guymon, 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 Guymon, OK

This is one driving day of about 301.5 miles and 5h 52m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 66 miles from Guymon, 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 Governor George Nigh's Northwest Passage for about 88.8 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Weatherford, OK, OK

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Weatherford, OK

151 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

Shattuck, OK

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 66 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Mooreland, OK

Meal break

The midpoint is around 150.8 miles from Guymon, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Governor George Nigh's Northwest Passage if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 88.8 miles.

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.

Diarti Italian Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 129.2

Woodward, Oklahoma

Hours: 11 am–8:30 pm

+15802545600

Visit website

Hector y Amigos Mexican Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20 mile 129.2

Woodward, Oklahoma

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+15802561445

Visit website

SUNRISE CAFE AMERICAN & MEXICAN FOOD LLC

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 129.2

Woodward, Oklahoma

Hours: 8 am–2 pm

+15802905063

Visit website

Tortilleria La Victoria

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20 mile 129.2

Woodward, Oklahoma

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+15802545455

Wagg's Bar-B-Q

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20 mile 129.2

Woodward, Oklahoma

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+15802566721

Aitana’s Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

5 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20 mile 129.2

Woodward, Oklahoma

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+15802563380

Visit website

Tesla Destination Charger

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 236.9

El Reno, Oklahoma

+14052951811

Visit website

Francis Energy Charging Station

1.7 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour

Guymon, Oklahoma

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18004891588

Visit website

Tesla Destination Charger

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 236.9

El Reno, Oklahoma

Hours: Open 24 hours

+14052952990

Visit website

Tesla Destination Charger

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 236.9

El Reno, Oklahoma

+14057029200

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 150.8

Seiling, Oklahoma

Hours: Open 24 hours

Francis Energy Charging Station

2.3 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 150.8

Seiling, Oklahoma

Francis Energy Charging Station

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 129.2

Woodward, Oklahoma

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18004891588

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 129.2

Woodward, Oklahoma

Canadian County Museum

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 236.9

El Reno, Oklahoma

Hours: 10:30 am–4 pm

+14052625121

Visit website

Scissortail Park

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 258.4

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Hours: 6 am–11 pm

+14054456277

Visit website

Al's Steakhouse

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20 mile 129.2

Woodward, Oklahoma

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+15802905052

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 15

5 decision points cluster between mile 124.3 and 294 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
124.3 mi into trip | ~2h 28m in | US 183; US 270; OK 3; OK 34 / 9th Street

Turn right onto US 183; US 270; OK 3; OK 34 / 9th Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
9
221.3 mi into trip | ~4h 21m in

Take the exit toward I 40 East: Oklahoma City

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / left lanes. Toward I 40 East: Oklahoma City
9
265.8 mi into trip | ~5h 9m in | I 40; US 270 / Tinker Diagonal

Keep slight left at fork onto I 40; US 270 / Tinker Diagonal toward I 240 East, US 270 East: Fort Smith

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left lane. Exit 128 Toward I 240 East, US 270 East: Fort Smith
8
293.8 mi into trip | ~5h 40m in | OK 3W; US 270

Take the exit onto OK 3W; US 270 toward US 177, OK 3W East, US 270 East: Shawnee, Tecumseh

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

Use the straight / right lanes. Exit 181 Toward US 177, OK 3W East, US 270 East: Shawnee...
8
294 mi into trip | ~5h 41m in | OK 3W; US 270

Keep slight right at fork onto OK 3W; US 270 toward US 177 South, OK 3W East, US 270 East: Shawnee, Tecumseh

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight lane. Toward US 177 South, OK 3W East, US 270 East: S...

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$47.14 one way

$94.27 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 106 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $51.75 $103.51
premium $4.89 $58.02 $116.04
diesel $5.61 $66.57 $133.13

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$47

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$72–$97

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 105.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $32 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 90.5 1 $31.66 $14.47
Efficient EV 75.4 0 $26.38 $12.06
EV Truck/SUV 120.6 1 $42.21 $19.30

Gas CO2

105 kg

EV CO2

35 kg (67% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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

Guymon, OK

Evening in Guymon on Saturday

Local time

8:08 PM

CDT

Current temp

85°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Shawnee, OK

Evening in Shawnee on Saturday

Local time

8:08 PM

CDT

Current temp

74°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

73°F

Weatherford, OK

151 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

11 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

5h 52m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

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

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...

3 mi from route ~8 min detour $18 near mile 259.9
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a mixed driving experience on this route, with about 33% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter a significant uninterrupted stretch of 88.8 miles on Governor George Nigh's Northwest Passage, which might feel like a long haul. The drive will likely transition between faster highway sections and potentially more local road segments as you progress through Oklahoma. It's a drive that balances open road cruising with passing through various communities.

33% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
45 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 88.8 mi on Governor George Nigh's Northwest Passage.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 124.3 miles in near US 183; US 270; OK 3; OK 34 / 9th Street.

Driving Effort 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 301.5 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 124.3 miles (US 183; US 270; OK 3; OK 34 / 9th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 221.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 265.8 miles (I 40; US 270 / Tinker Diagonal): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Elevation Profile

Gently rolling terrain

3,123 ft 1,058 ft

Total Climb

270 ft

Total Descent

2,335 ft

Highest Point

3,123 ft

Elevation Range

2,065 ft

About the Cities

Arriving in Shawnee, OK

Full guide →

Shawnee is in the Frontier Country region of Oklahoma. While normally not on the sight-seeing itinerary of those who do not know someone already living there, Shawnee could prove to be an interesting day trip. Shawnee is known for its numerous Native American casinos, maybe lesser-so that it is where Brad Pitt and Jim Thorpe hailed from or the origin of Sonic restaurants.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 52m. Total distance: 301.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 52m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 88.8 miles on Governor George Nigh's Northwest Passage. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

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 Shawnee, 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 124.3 miles (US 183; US 270; OK 3; OK 34 / 9th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 221.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 265.8 miles (I 40; US 270 / Tinker Diagonal): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.

Not recommended in a single day. At 5.9 hours each way, a round trip means 11.7 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Shawnee, OK before the return drive.

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, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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