This 182.7-mile drive from Lawton, OK to Mannford, OK will take you about 3 hours and 21 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. You'll navigate local roads for the entirety of this journey, with no highway driving involved. The estimated fuel cost is around $28. The route offers a straightforward drive through the Great Plains region of Oklahoma, with just one recommended stop. Given the relatively short duration and local road nature, you can easily complete this trip in one go.
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
91.4 miles from Lawton, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 38m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 44
61.5 mi
1h 2m
Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
61.2 mi
1h 2m
Will Rogers Expressway
23.6 mi
28m
OK 48
8.4 mi
9m
South 337th West Avenue
7.2 mi
12m
Pioneer Expressway
4.6 mi
4m
World War II Veterans Memorial Highway
4.2 mi
4m
US Historic 66
3.9 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
I 44
— 61.5 mi, about 1h 2m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lawton, OK and Mannford, OK.
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Start on Southwest Gore Boulevard
447 ft·13 sec·Southwest Gore Boulevard
2
Turn left onto Northwest 1st Street
183 ft·13 sec·Northwest 1st Street
3
Turn left onto Southwest Gore Boulevard
481 ft·12 sec·Southwest Gore Boulevard
4
Turn right onto US 281 Business
0.5 mi·44 sec·Northwest 2nd Street
5
Take the ramp onto US 281 Business
0.2 mi·28 sec·US 281 Business
6
Keep slight right at fork onto US 281 Business
0.4 mi·49 sec·US 281 Business
Toward I 44 East, US 277 North, US 281 North: Oklahoma CityUse the straight lane.
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Merge onto I 44; US 277; US 281
2.4 mi·2 min·Bill W. Burgess, Junior Highway
8
Continue on I 44; US 62; US 277; US 281
4.6 mi·4 min·Pioneer Expressway
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on I 44
61 mi·1 hr 2 min·Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
Toward I 44 East: Chickasha, Oklahoma CityUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on I 44; US 62
16 mi·18 min·Will Rogers Expressway
Use the straight / sharp right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 44
7.7 mi·9 min·Will Rogers Expressway
Toward I 44 East, OK 66 East: TulsaUse the right lane.
12
Merge onto I 35; I 44; OK 66
4.2 mi·4 min·World War II Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
13
Take the exit onto I 44
62 mi·1 hr 2 min·I 44
Exit 138AToward I 44 East: TulsaUse the slight right lane.
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi·1 min
Exit 196Toward OK 48, OK 66: Bristow, Keystone LakeUse the right lane.
15
Turn right
117 ft·5 sec
Use the right lane.
16
Turn right onto US Historic 66; OK 48; OK 66
0.4 mi·37 sec·US Historic 66; OK 48; OK 66
Use the right lane.
17
Continue on US Historic 66; OK 48; OK 66
2.1 mi·2 min·US Historic 66; OK 48; OK 66
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Continue on US Historic 66; OK 66
0.2 mi·14 sec·US Historic 66; OK 66
19
Continue on US Historic 66; OK 66
1.2 mi·1 min·US Historic 66; OK 66
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
20
Turn left onto CR N3730
0.2 mi·21 sec·South 337th West Avenue
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
21
Turn right onto West South 181 Street
82 ft·6 sec·West South 181 Street
22
Turn left onto CR N3730
7.0 mi·11 min·South 337th West Avenue
23
Turn left onto OK 33
1.0 mi·1 min·OK 33
24
Turn right onto OK 48
8.4 mi·9 min·OK 48
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
25
Turn right onto OK 51
2.5 mi·3 min·42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway
Use the right lane.
26
Turn left onto Basin Road
0.5 mi·46 sec·Basin Road
Use the left lane.
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Arrive at destination
Basin Road
Trip Plan
For this 182.7-mile, 3-hour drive, starting your journey in the morning is ideal to maximize daylight and allow ample time for navigation. Since it's a local road route with a 0% highway share, be prepared for frequent turns and potential traffic lights, especially as you depart Lawton and approach Mannford. Plan for one stop to break up the drive and refuel if needed, though at $28 in fuel cost, it's an economical trip. The turn-heavy nature means paying close attention to your GPS and road signs is crucial to stay on track.
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 91.4 miles from Lawton, OK, or about 1h 38m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 61.5 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 40 miles or 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 91.4 miles or 1h 38m 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 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Mannford, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lawton, 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 Lawton, OK
This is one driving day of about 182.7 miles and 3h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 40 miles from Lawton, 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 I 44 for about 61.5 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 19
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.9 and 182.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.9 mi into trip|~1m in|US 281 Business
Keep slight right at fork onto US 281 Business toward I 44 East, US 277 North, US 281 North: Oklahoma City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 44 East, US 277 North, US 281 North: O...
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85.3 mi into trip|~1h 30m in|I 44 / Will Rogers Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 44 / Will Rogers Expressway toward I 44 East, OK 66 East: Tulsa
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward I 44 East, OK 66 East: Tulsa
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97.2 mi into trip|~1h 45m in|I 44
Take the exit onto I 44 toward I 44 East: Tulsa
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 138A
Toward I 44 East: Tulsa
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158.7 mi into trip|~2h 47m in
Take the exit toward OK 48, OK 66: Bristow, Keystone Lake
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 196
Toward OK 48, OK 66: Bristow, Keystone Lake
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182.2 mi into trip|~3h 20m in|Basin Road
Turn left onto Basin Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$28.56 one way
$57.13 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg64 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$31.36
$62.72
premium
$4.89
$35.16
$70.32
diesel
$5.61
$40.34
$80.68
Estimated Tolls: $4.28
Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
(61.2 mi)$4.28
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
$29
Tolls
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$58–$83
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 63.9 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
54.8
0
$19.18
$8.77
Efficient EV
45.7
0
$15.99
$7.31
EV Truck/SUV
73.1
0
$25.58
$11.69
Gas CO2
64 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 15, 2026
Origin
Lawton, OK
Night
in Lawton on Saturday
Local time
9:47 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Mannford, OK
Night
in Mannford on Saturday
Local time
9:47 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
3h 21m 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 for this entire 182.7-mile route. With a 0% highway share, you'll be on surface streets and local roads for the full 3 hours and 21 minutes. There isn't a 'longest stretch' to note as the drive is characterized by frequent changes in direction rather than long, uninterrupted segments. This means you'll be actively navigating, keeping your attention focused on local traffic and intersections throughout the journey across the Oklahoma landscape.
88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 61.5 mi on I 44.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 44 and Harry E. Bailey Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.9 miles in near US 281 Business.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 182.7 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: at 0.9 miles (US 281 Business): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 85.3 miles (I 44 / Will Rogers Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 97.2 miles (I 44): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Lawton, OK to Mannford, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Keystone Lake along the way.
Keystone Lake
158.7 mi in|~2h 47m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 21m. Total distance: 182.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 61.5 miles on I 44. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $4.28 in tolls one way, starting with Harry E. Bailey 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 Mannford, 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: at 0.9 miles (US 281 Business): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 85.3 miles (I 44 / Will Rogers Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 97.2 miles (I 44): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 3.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Mannford, OK, but most travelers stay overnight.
