Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
36m
Distance
19.8 mi
32 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Idabel, OK
cottonbro CG studio
Moon, OK
Samir Smier
This short, 19.8-mile drive from Idabel, OK to Moon, OK is easily manageable as a day trip, taking approximately 36 minutes. You'll primarily be on OK 3, also known as the 45th Infantry Division Memorial Highway, and Southeast Washington Street. With a modest fuel cost estimated at $3, this highway-focused route offers a straightforward journey through the Great Plains region. Given its brevity, you won't need to consider overnight stays, allowing for maximum flexibility in your schedule. This trip is ideal for a quick transit or a brief exploration within Oklahoma.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| OK 3 | 12.3 mi | 21m |
| 45th Infantry Division Memorial Highway | 4.8 mi | 8m |
| Southeast Washington Street | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| D4765 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| D2225 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Northeast A Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Idabel, OK and Moon, OK.
Start on East Main Street
Turn left onto Northeast A Avenue
Turn left onto Southeast Washington Street
Continue on OK 3
Turn straight onto OK 3
Turn slight left onto D2225
Turn left onto D4765
Turn right
Arrive at destination
4 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 19.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto Northeast A Avenue
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto Southeast Washington Street
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto D4765
Navigation decision point
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$2.92 one way
$5.85 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.14 | $3.23 | $6.46 |
| premium | $4.72 | $3.68 | $7.35 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $3.74 | $7.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.9 | 0 | $2.08 | $0.95 |
| Efficient EV | 5 | 0 | $1.73 | $0.79 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.9 | 0 | $2.77 | $1.27 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Idabel on Sunday
Local time
3:19 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Partly Cloudy
Destination
Late night in Moon on Sunday
Local time
3:19 AM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Mostly Clear
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
The character of this drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 62% of the journey utilizing main roads like OK 3. You'll experience a longest uninterrupted stretch of 12.3 miles on OK 3, offering a chance to settle into a consistent pace. The route is designed for efficient travel, prioritizing a smooth and direct path rather than winding scenic byways. Expect a straightforward driving experience with minimal complexity as you navigate between Idabel and Moon.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on OK 3 and 45th Infantry Division Memorial Highway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Northeast A Avenue.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 36m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Northeast A Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Southeast Washington Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 19.5 miles (D4765): Navigation decision point.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
151 ft
Total Descent
183 ft
Highest Point
488 ft
~1.4 mi in
Elevation Range
138 ft
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
Cafe
Near the start, right off the route
Restaurant
Near the start, right off the route
Idabel, OK
Cuisine: american;seafood
Hours: Mo-Th 11:00-21:00, Fr-Sa 11:00-22:00, Su...
Visit websiteFast_food
Near the start, right off the route
Cuisine: burger
Visit websiteRestaurant
Near the start, right off the route
Idabel, OK
Cuisine: italian;pizza;seafood
Visit websiteFast_food
Near the start, right off the route
Idabel, OK
Cuisine: sandwich
Hours: Mo-We 08:30-21:00; Th-Fr 08:30-22:00; Sa...
Visit websiteRestaurant
Near the start, right off the route
Idabel, OK
Cuisine: mexican
Restaurant
Near the start, right off the route
Museum
Near the start, short detour
Idabel
Hours: Mo-Sa 10:00-17:00; Su 09:45-15:00; PH of...
Visit websitePoints of interest from OpenStreetMap contributors. Listings may not reflect current hours or availability.
Founded 1902
Idabel is in the Choctaw Country of Oklahoma, the county seat of McCurtain County and located in the foothills of the Ouachita Mountains.
Top landmarks
Founded -4527000000
The Moon is the Earth's solitary natural satellite, roughly 384,000 km (239,000 mi) away. It has roughly 38,000,000 km2 (15,000,000 sq mi) of surface area, and is not believed to harbor any life. The Moon is the only natural object in space outside the Earth that humans have landed on, but manned lunar landings ended in 1972. However, the United States's Artemis program is working toward new landings in the late 2020s.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 36m. Total distance: 19.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (62%). Straightforward navigation.
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, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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