If you are planning a trip from Healdton to Edmond, you are looking at a 122-mile journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 27 minutes. This route stays entirely within the Great Plains region of Oklahoma, making it a straightforward day trip that does not require an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $19 for fuel to cover the distance. Because the drive is relatively short, you have the flexibility to complete it in one go without needing scheduled stops. Whether you are heading north for business or personal travel, this route provides a consistent, manageable trek across the state.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
61 miles from Healdton, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 16m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
47.3 mi
50m
East Main Street
12.9 mi
14m
Director Steven Stokes Memorial Highway
11 mi
11m
OK 53
10.4 mi
18m
OK 7
8.3 mi
9m
Broadway Extension
6.7 mi
8m
Helen Cole Memorial Highway
6.6 mi
7m
Doctor James E. and Representative Mina M. Hibdon Memorial Highway
5.7 mi
6m
Longest stretch:
World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
— 47.3 mi, about 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Healdton, OK and Edmond, OK.
1
Start on Northwest 4th Street
52 ft·4 sec·Northwest 4th Street
2
Turn right onto OK 76
4.9 mi·8 min·West Main Street
3
Keep slight right at fork onto OK 53; OK 76
10 mi·18 min·OK 53; OK 76
4
Take the ramp
426 ft·11 sec
5
Merge onto OK 7
13 mi·14 min·East Main Street
6
Continue on OK 7
8.3 mi·9 min·OK 7
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
7
Turn left
0.3 mi·38 sec
Toward I 35 North: Oklahoma CityUse the left lane.
8
Merge onto I 35
7.9 mi·7 min·World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Continue on I 35
11 mi·11 min·Director Steven Stokes Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on I 35
34 mi·35 min·World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on I 35
5.7 mi·6 min·Doctor James E. and Representative Mina M. Hibdon Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
12
Continue on I 35; US 77
6.6 mi·7 min·Helen Cole Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on I 35; US 77
5.3 mi·6 min·World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 235; US 77
5.0 mi·6 min·Centennial Expressway
Exit 126Toward I 235 North, US 77 North: Oklahoma Health Center, State Capitol, EdmondUse the straight lane.
15
Continue on US 77
6.7 mi·8 min·Broadway Extension
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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.
18
Arrive at destination
US Historic 66; US 77
Trip Plan
Since this is a turn-heavy local route, aim to depart during daylight hours to better navigate the various intersections and local road transitions. Given the 2-hour and 27-minute duration, you can comfortably make the trip without planning for major rest stops, though the lack of dedicated stops means you should fuel up before leaving Healdton. Keep in mind that the local road nature of the drive means your pace may fluctuate more than on a typical interstate trip. Use your GPS effectively to manage the transitions between the World War I Veterans Memorial Highway and the local surface streets. Flexibility is your biggest advantage here, allowing you to easily adjust your schedule based on local traffic conditions.
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 61 miles from Healdton, OK, or about 1h 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 47.3 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 27 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 61 miles or 1h 16m 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 58m
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 Healdton, 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 Healdton, OK
This is one driving day of about 122 miles and 2h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Healdton, OK.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on World War I Veterans Memorial Highway for about 47.3 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 7
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 121.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip|~0m in|OK 76 / West Main Street
Turn right onto OK 76 / West Main Street
Navigation decision point
7
36.6 mi into trip|~51m in
Turn left toward I 35 North: Oklahoma City
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 35 North: Oklahoma City
5
36.9 mi into trip|~52m in|I 35 / World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 35 / World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
107.5 mi into trip|~2h 7m in|I 235; US 77 / Centennial Expressway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 235; US 77 / Centennial Expressway toward I 235 North, US 77 North: Oklahoma Health Center, State Capitol, Edmond
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Exit 126
Toward I 235 North, US 77 North: Oklahoma Healt...
6
121.8 mi into trip|~2h 27m in|US Historic 66; US 77 / East 2nd Street
Turn right onto US Historic 66; US 77 / East 2nd Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.07 one way
$38.15 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg43 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$20.94
$41.88
premium
$4.89
$23.48
$46.96
diesel
$5.61
$26.94
$53.87
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
36.6
0
$12.81
$5.86
Efficient EV
30.5
0
$10.67
$4.88
EV Truck/SUV
48.8
0
$17.08
$7.81
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
14 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
Healdton, OK
Morning
in Healdton on Tuesday
Local time
6:45 AM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Edmond, OK
Morning
in Edmond on Tuesday
Local time
6:45 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
17 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
2h 27m 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as highways make up only 19% of the total distance. You will navigate segments like East Main Street and the Director Steven Stokes Memorial Highway, which offer a different pace than high-speed thoroughfares. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is 47.3 miles along the World War I Veterans Memorial Highway. Because the route relies heavily on local roads, you will need to stay alert for frequent changes in direction. It is a practical drive that demands more driver engagement than a standard highway slog.
Only 19% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 47.3 mi on World War I Veterans Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near OK 76 / West Main Street.
Driving Effort6/10
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 122 miles you will encounter 7 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: near the start (OK 76 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 36.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 36.9 miles (I 35 / World War I Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,268 ft870 ft
Total Climb
555 ft
Total Descent
317 ft
Highest Point
1,268 ft
~104.6 mi in
Elevation Range
398 ft
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 Healdton, OK to Edmond, OK, road signs begin pointing toward State Capitol along the way.
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 27m. Total distance: 122 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 47.3 miles on World War I Veterans Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (OK 76 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 36.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 36.9 miles (I 35 / World War I Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Oklahoma City National Memorial and Chickasaw National Recreation Area. 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.
