Origin
Kingfisher, OK
Morning in Kingfisher on Tuesday
Local time
7:20 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kingfisher, OK to Oklahoma City, OK
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h
Distance
43.9 mi
71 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Good
5 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 55m
★
6 AM
1h 0m
8 AM
1h 10m
10 AM
1h 4m
12 PM
1h 3m
3 PM
1h 4m
5 PM
1h 9m
8 PM
0h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kingfisher, OK
Özcan Şahin
Oklahoma City, OK
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a straightforward transition from the quiet plains of Kingfisher to the urban center of Oklahoma City, this 50.4-mile journey is an ideal day trip. Expect to spend about 58 minutes behind the wheel, making it a highly manageable trek that doesn't require an overnight stay. You will navigate primarily via East Broadway Avenue, South Main Street, and the Northwest Expressway. With a fuel budget of approximately $8, this drive is as economical as it is direct. Because both cities are located within the Great Plains, you will notice a consistent regional character throughout the entire trip. It is a practical route for those needing to move between these two Oklahoma hubs efficiently.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Northwest Expressway | 26.9 mi | 36m |
| South Main Street | 12.1 mi | 13m |
| North Classen Boulevard | 3.7 mi | 6m |
| West Main Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| West Sheridan Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North Hudson Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Robinson Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Broadway Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Northwest Expressway
— 26.9 mi, about 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kingfisher, OK and Oklahoma City, OK.
1
Start on North 6th Street
182 ft
·
11 sec
·
North 6th Street
2
Turn right onto OK 33
392 ft
·
17 sec
·
East Broadway Avenue
3
Turn left onto OK 3; US 81
12 mi
·
13 min
·
South Main Street
Use the left lane.
4
Keep slight left at fork onto OK 3
27 mi
·
36 min
·
Northwest Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Turn straight onto North Classen Boulevard
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
North Classen Boulevard
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
7
Turn left onto West Main Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
Use the left lane.
8
At end of road, turn right onto North Hudson Avenue
488 ft
·
16 sec
·
North Hudson Avenue
Use the right lane.
9
Turn left onto West Sheridan Avenue
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
West Sheridan Avenue
Use the straight / left lanes.
10
Turn left onto North Robinson Avenue
445 ft
·
20 sec
·
North Robinson Avenue
Use the straight / left lanes.
11
Arrive at destination
North Robinson Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.9 miles from Kingfisher, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 43.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
OK 3; US 81 / South Main Street
Turn left onto OK 3; US 81 / South Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
12.3 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
OK 3 / Northwest Expressway
Keep slight left at fork onto OK 3 / Northwest Expressway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
43 mi into trip
|
~58m in
|
West Main Street
Turn left onto West Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
43.5 mi into trip
|
~59m in
|
North Hudson Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto North Hudson Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
43.6 mi into trip
|
~59m in
|
West Sheridan Avenue
Turn left onto West Sheridan Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.86 one way
$13.73 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $7.54 | $15.07 |
| premium | $4.89 | $8.45 | $16.90 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.69 | $19.39 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.2 | 0 | $4.61 | $2.11 |
| Efficient EV | 11 | 0 | $3.84 | $1.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.6 | 0 | $6.15 | $2.81 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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.
Destination
Oklahoma City, OK
Morning in Oklahoma City on Tuesday
Local time
7:20 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°F
Bethany, OK
22 mi in
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
2 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
1h 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This 50.4-mile path is best described as a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate sprint. Since the highway share is 0%, you should prepare for a pace dictated by local roads and intersections rather than open-road cruising. You will navigate a series of transitions moving from South Main Street onto the Northwest Expressway, requiring your full attention as you adjust to changing traffic patterns. Without long, uninterrupted stretches of highway, the drive maintains a steady, hands-on feel from start to finish. Expect a consistent, grounded experience as you transition from the rural outskirts into the denser infrastructure of the city.
61% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 26.9 mi on Northwest Expressway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Northwest Expressway and South Main Street. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near OK 3; US 81 / South Main Street.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 43.9 miles you will encounter 9 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: at 0.1 miles (OK 3; US 81 / South Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 12.3 miles (OK 3 / Northwest Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 43 miles (West Main Street): Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Arriving in Oklahoma City, OK
Full guide →Founded 1889
Oklahoma City is the capital and principal city of the state of Oklahoma in the central Frontier Country region of the state. The sprawling city and its suburbs offer multiple sports venues, museums, regional food, and a mix of Native American and cowboy culture.
Top landmarks
- • Oklahoma State Capitol — state capitol building of the U.S. state of Oklahoma
- • Oklahoma City National Memorial — memorial in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, U.S
- • Oklahoma City University — American university
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 1h. Total distance: 43.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (61%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 26.9 miles on Northwest Expressway. 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 Oklahoma City, OK before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (OK 3; US 81 / South Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 12.3 miles (OK 3 / Northwest Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 43 miles (West Main Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Oklahoma City, OK before heading back.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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