Jenks to Guymon is 336.9 miles and takes about 6h 28m via East Main Street and US 75 North, with a fuel budget near $56 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive keeps you within Oklahoma, moving from the Great Plains region to another part of the Great Plains. The majority of this route uses surface roads, meaning you'll likely be traveling at lower speeds and through more towns than on an interstate. Plan for a single-day trip, as the duration is manageable for most drivers.
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
168.5 miles from Jenks, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 8m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 183
109.6 mi
2h 9m
Cimarron Turnpike
58.9 mi
56m
OK 8
42.5 mi
48m
Trooper Chris Van Krevelen Memorial Highway
25.4 mi
29m
Norma A. Lamb Highway
24.5 mi
26m
Southwest 6th Street
12.5 mi
17m
Northwest Highway
12.1 mi
13m
East Owen K. Garriott Road
12.1 mi
18m
Longest stretch:
US 183
— 109.6 mi, about 2h 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jenks, OK and Guymon, OK.
1
Start on North 2nd Street
107 ft·8 sec·North 2nd Street
2
Turn right onto East Main Street
2.4 mi·4 min·East Main Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·30 sec
Toward US 75 North: TulsaUse the right lane.
4
Merge onto US 75
4.3 mi·5 min·Okmulgee Expressway
Toward US 75 North: TulsaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.8 mi·1 min
Toward I 44 West, OK 66 West: Oklahoma City, SapulpaUse the sharp right lane.
6
Merge onto I 44; OK 66
1.1 mi·1 min·Skelly Bypass
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto OK 344
5.6 mi·6 min·Gilcrease Expressway
Exit 223BToward OK 344 WestUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Turn left
0.3 mi·24 sec
Toward US 64 West, US 412 West, OK 51 WestUse the left lane.
9
Take the ramp
359 ft·8 sec
Toward US 64 West, US 412 West, OK 51 West
10
Merge onto US 64; US 412; OK 51
11 mi·12 min·Sand Springs Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on US 64; US 412
3.6 mi·3 min·Keystone Expressway
Use the straight lane.
12
Continue on US 64; US 412
1.2 mi·1 min·Jerald Warden Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on US 64; US 412
5.1 mi·5 min·Keystone Expressway
Use the straight lane.
14
Continue on US 412
31 mi·29 min·Cimarron Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork onto US 412
28 mi·27 min·Cimarron Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
16
Continue on US 64; US 412
24 mi·26 min·Norma A. Lamb Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Continue on US 64; US 412
12 mi·18 min·East Owen K. Garriott Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Continue on US 60; US 412; CR E0430
6.0 mi·6 min·Trooper Chris Van Krevelen Memorial Highway
19
Continue on US 60; US 412; CR E0430
0.3 mi·40 sec·Lahoma Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
20
Continue on US 60; US 412; CR E0430
19 mi·22 min·Trooper Chris Van Krevelen Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
21
Continue on US 60; US 412; OK 8
2.7 mi·3 min·US 60; US 412; OK 8
22
Continue on OK 8; US 60; US 412
43 mi·48 min·OK 8; US 60; US 412
Use the straight / right lanes.
23
Continue on US 412; OK 50
13 mi·17 min·Southwest 6th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
24
Take the exit onto US 183; US 270; US 412; OK 3
167 ft·4 sec·US 183; US 270; US 412; OK 3
Use the straight / right lanes.
25
Merge onto US 183; US 270; US 412; OK 3
12 mi·13 min·Northwest Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
26
Continue on US 183; US 270; US 412; OK 3
110 mi·2 hr 9 min·US 183; US 270; US 412; OK 3
Use the straight lane.
27
Turn left onto Northeast 4th Street
0.4 mi·44 sec·Northeast 4th Street
28
Turn right onto US 412; OK 3; OK 136
358 ft·14 sec·North Main Street
29
Arrive at destination
US 412; OK 3; OK 136
Trip Plan
Given the 6-hour 28-minute estimated drive time, leaving Jenks in the morning should allow you to reach Guymon before dark. With only one recommended stop and no major highway stretches, you have flexibility in pacing your journey. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $56, and remember that surface roads mean you'll pass through more towns, potentially offering more frequent, albeit sometimes slower, refueling opportunities. The lack of significant highway mileage means you can adjust your departure time slightly if needed.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 168.5 miles from Jenks, OK, or about 3h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 109.6 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 74 miles or 1h 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 168.5 miles or 3h 8m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Guymon, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Jenks, 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 Jenks, OK
This is one driving day of about 336.9 miles and 6h 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 74 miles from Jenks, 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 US 183 for about 109.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Final third
4 mi from route
~10 min detour
$10 to $20
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 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 14.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip|~0m in|East Main Street
Turn right onto East Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
6
2.7 mi into trip|~5m in|US 75 / Okmulgee Expressway
Merge onto US 75 / Okmulgee Expressway toward US 75 North: Tulsa
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 75 North: Tulsa
7
6.9 mi into trip|~10m in
Take the exit toward I 44 West, OK 66 West: Oklahoma City, Sapulpa
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the sharp right lane.
Toward I 44 West, OK 66 West: Oklahoma City, Sa...
8
8.8 mi into trip|~13m in|OK 344 / Gilcrease Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto OK 344 / Gilcrease Expressway toward OK 344 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 223B
Toward OK 344 West
8
14.4 mi into trip|~19m in
Turn left toward US 64 West, US 412 West, OK 51 West
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward US 64 West, US 412 West, OK 51 West
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$56.20 one way
$112.40 round trip
$4.24/gal25.4 MPG avg118 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$61.08
$122.16
premium
$5.26
$69.75
$139.51
diesel
$6.18
$81.96
$163.91
Estimated Tolls: $2.95
Cimarron Turnpike
(58.9 mi)$2.95
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
$56
Tolls
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$84–$109
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 117.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-12.
EV Charging Along Route
4 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: fair
Francis Energy Charging Station
Guymon, Oklahoma
Other
1 DCFC
ChargeLab Charging Station
Enid, Oklahoma
Other
1 DCFC
Francis Energy Charging Station
Woodward, Oklahoma
Other
1 DCFC
Electric Vehicle Charging Station
Woodward, Oklahoma
Other
1 DCFC
Other: 4
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $35 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
101.1
1
$35.37
$16.17
Efficient EV
84.2
0
$29.48
$13.48
EV Truck/SUV
134.8
1
$47.17
$21.56
Gas CO2
118 kg
EV CO2
39 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 Oct 17, 2026
Origin
Jenks, OK
Morning
in Jenks on Saturday
Local time
9:39 AM
CDT
Current temp
39°F
Clear
N 0 to 5 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued October 17 at 2:52AM CDT until October 17 at 9:00AM CDT by NWS Norman OK
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued October 17 at 2:45AM CDT until October 19 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Norman OK
Destination
Guymon, OK
Morning
in Guymon on Saturday
Local time
9:39 AM
CDT
Current temp
27°F
Widespread Frost
SW 5 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued October 17 at 2:52AM CDT until October 17 at 9:00AM CDT by NWS Norman OK
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued October 17 at 2:45AM CDT until October 19 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Norman OK
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
12 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
6h 28m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route involves no highway driving, with 0% of the total 336.9 miles on interstates or major freeways. You'll begin on East Main Street and transition to US 75 North, eventually navigating the Okmulgee Expressway, but the bulk of your travel will be on surface roads. Expect to encounter more frequent stops and lower average speeds compared to a highway trip, as you'll be passing through various communities.
72% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
29 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 109.6 mi on US 183.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 183 and Cimarron Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Main Street.
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 14 significant decision points across 336.9 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: near the start (East Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.7 miles (US 75 / Okmulgee Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Jenks is in the Green Country region of Oklahoma. Jenks' landscape is very similar to Tulsa's (it is right next to it) which is green with lots of trees and hills. It is right next to the Arkansas River, Riverparks, and it is near to many of the attractions in Tulsa. Its people are very friendly too, they have that famous Southern charm.
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 28m. Total distance: 336.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 28m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 109.6 miles on US 183. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $2.95 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.
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 Guymon, 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: near the start (East Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.7 miles (US 75 / Okmulgee Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.5 hours each way, a round trip means 13.0 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Guymon, OK before the return drive.
