This 178.8-mile drive from Laverne, OK, to Oklahoma City, OK, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes. You'll be spending about 65% of your time on highways, making it a straightforward journey through the Great Plains. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $28, which is quite economical for a trip of this distance. Given its relatively short duration and focused highway profile, it's an ideal day trip without the need for an overnight stop. This route offers a practical and efficient way to travel between two points within the state.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
89.4 miles from Laverne, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 48m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
OK 3
53.2 mi
1h
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
38.5 mi
40m
US 270
24.4 mi
28m
OK 8
19 mi
20m
US 183
14 mi
16m
42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway
8.4 mi
9m
South Broadway Avenue
6.1 mi
9m
US 281 Spur
4.3 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
OK 3
— 53.2 mi, about 1h
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Laverne, OK and Oklahoma City, OK.
1
Start on OK 149
68 ft·6 sec·Main Street
2
Turn left onto US 283
6.1 mi·9 min·South Broadway Avenue
3
Turn left onto US 270; US 412; OK 3
23 mi·26 min·US 270; US 412; OK 3
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
4
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.
5
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.
6
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.
7
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.
8
Turn left onto US 183; US 270; US 412; OK 3
2.1 mi·4 min·Oklahoma Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
9
Turn right onto US 183; US 270; OK 3; OK 34
0.5 mi·1 min·9th Street
Use the right lane.
10
Continue on US 183; US 270; OK 3; OK 34
2.0 mi·3 min·Williams Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
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.
12
Continue on OK 3; US 183; US 270
24 mi·26 min·OK 3; US 183; US 270
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Continue on OK 3; US 270
2.0 mi·2 min·OK 3; US 270
Use the straight lane.
14
Continue on OK 3; US 60; US 270; US 281
0.7 mi·49 sec·North Main Street
Use the straight lane.
15
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.
16
Continue on OK 3; US 270; US 281
4.1 mi·4 min·OK 3; US 270; US 281
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
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.
18
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.
19
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.
20
Turn right onto US 270; US 281; OK 8
2.0 mi·2 min·South Clarence Nash Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
21
Continue on OK 8; US 270; US 281
0.5 mi·31 sec·OK 8; US 270; US 281
22
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.
23
Continue on OK 8; US 270; US 281
15 mi·16 min·OK 8; US 270; US 281
Use the straight / right lanes.
24
Continue on OK 8; US 281
2.6 mi·2 min·OK 8; US 281
25
Continue on US 281 Spur
4.1 mi·4 min·US 281 Spur
Use the straight lane.
26
Continue on US 281 Spur
0.2 mi·34 sec·US 281 Spur
Use the straight lane.
27
Take the exit
0.3 mi·40 sec
Toward I 40 East: Oklahoma CityUse the straight / left lanes.
28
Merge onto I 40
38 mi·40 min·Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
29
Continue on I 40; US 270
0.8 mi·59 sec·Crosstown Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
30
Turn slight right onto Oklahoma City Boulevard
1.5 mi·2 min·Oklahoma City Boulevard
Exit 148BToward Oklahoma City BoulevardUse the slight right lane.
31
Turn left onto South Klein Avenue
386 ft·15 sec·South Klein Avenue
Use the left lane.
32
Turn right onto West Sheridan Avenue
0.9 mi·2 min·West Sheridan Avenue
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
33
Turn left onto North Robinson Avenue
445 ft·20 sec·North Robinson Avenue
Use the straight / left lanes.
34
Arrive at destination
North Robinson Avenue
Trip Plan
With a total duration of around 3 hours and 30 minutes, this trip is perfectly suited for a single day. You can depart Laverne in the morning and arrive in Oklahoma City by midday, leaving plenty of time for activities upon arrival. The longest stretch without a major turn is 53.2 miles on OK 3, so plan your fuel stops accordingly, perhaps before you embark on this longer segment. With an estimated fuel cost of $28, it's an affordable drive, and the single recommended stop suggests a relatively seamless journey. Enjoy the straightforward drive through Oklahoma's landscape.
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 89.4 miles from Laverne, OK, or about 1h 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 53.2 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 39 miles or 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 89.4 miles or 1h 48m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Oklahoma City, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Laverne, 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 Laverne, OK
This is one driving day of about 178.8 miles and 3h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 39 miles from Laverne, 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 OK 3 for about 53.2 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 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 6.1 and 177.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
6.1 mi into trip|~9m in|US 270; US 412; OK 3
Turn left onto US 270; US 412; OK 3
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
6
39.7 mi into trip|~50m 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.
6
86.2 mi into trip|~1h 45m in|OK 3; US 270; US 281
Keep slight right at fork onto OK 3; US 270; US 281
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
136.7 mi into trip|~2h 43m 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
6
177.8 mi into trip|~3h 27m in|South Klein Avenue
Turn left onto South Klein Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$27.95 one way
$55.91 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg63 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$30.69
$61.38
premium
$4.89
$34.41
$68.82
diesel
$5.61
$39.48
$78.95
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 62.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
53.6
0
$18.77
$8.58
Efficient EV
44.7
0
$15.65
$7.15
EV Truck/SUV
71.5
0
$25.03
$11.44
Gas CO2
63 kg
EV CO2
21 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 17, 2026
Origin
Laverne, OK
Late night
in Laverne on Sunday
Local time
3:51 AM
CDT
Current temp
89°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Oklahoma City, OK
Late night
in Oklahoma City on Sunday
Local time
3:51 AM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
S 15 to 22 mph45% chanceLive 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
8 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
3h 30m on the road
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.
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 highway-focused drive for about 65% of this route, primarily utilizing OK 3 and US 270, including stretches of the Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 53.2 miles on OK 3, offering a good period of steady progress. While largely highway, the route isn't a constant interstate grind, providing a mix that allows for efficient travel without feeling overly monotonous. As you progress towards Oklahoma City, the landscape remains consistent with the Great Plains profile.
65% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
34 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 53.2 mi on OK 3.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on OK 3 and Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 6.1 miles in near US 270; US 412; OK 3.
Driving Effort5/10
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 178.8 miles you will encounter 12 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 6.1 miles (US 270; US 412; OK 3): Lane positioning matters here; at 39.7 miles (US 183; US 270; OK 3; OK 34 / 9th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 86.2 miles (OK 3; US 270; US 281): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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.
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 30m. Total distance: 178.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (65%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 53.2 miles on OK 3. 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.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 6.1 miles (US 270; US 412; OK 3): Lane positioning matters here; at 39.7 miles (US 183; US 270; OK 3; OK 34 / 9th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 86.2 miles (OK 3; US 270; US 281): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Oklahoma City National Memorial. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.5 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.0 hours — manageable with a long break at Oklahoma City, OK, but most travelers stay overnight.
