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Trip from Lawton, OK to Pink, OK
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Sep 5, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 53m
Distance
99.4 mi
160 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 45m
★
6 AM
1h 53m
8 AM
2h 10m
10 AM
1h 59m
12 PM
1h 57m
3 PM
2h 0m
5 PM
2h 9m
8 PM
1h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lawton, OK
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Pink, OK
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Trip Overview
Lawton, OK to Pink, OK is 99.4 miles and takes about 1h 53m via Harry E. Bailey Turnpike and OK 9, with a fuel budget near $16 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route stays within Oklahoma's Great Plains region, offering a straightforward drive across the state. You'll primarily be on turnpikes and state highways, making it a relatively quick trip. With only 1 recommended day, this is a perfect option for a short, direct journey without needing an overnight stop.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
49.7 miles from Lawton, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 52m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Harry E. Bailey Turnpike | 52.7 mi | 54m |
| OK 9 | 23.2 mi | 30m |
| Harry E. Bailey Turnpike Spur | 7.8 mi | 7m |
| Southeast 44th Street | 5.6 mi | 7m |
| Pioneer Expressway | 4.6 mi | 4m |
| Bill W. Burgess, Junior Highway | 2.4 mi | 2m |
| McCall Bridge | 0.7 mi | <1m |
| US 281 Business | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
— 52.7 mi, about 54m
Traffic on I-44
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 8 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~743 veh/hr typical · worst 979
Quietest
2 AM
~48 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
15.5×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 105 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lawton, OK and Pink, OK.
1
Start on Southwest Gore Boulevard
447 ft
·
13 sec
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Southwest Gore Boulevard
2
Turn left onto Northwest 1st Street
183 ft
·
13 sec
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Northwest 1st Street
3
Turn left onto Southwest Gore Boulevard
481 ft
·
12 sec
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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
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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 City
Use the straight lane.
7
Merge onto I 44; US 277; US 281
2.4 mi
·
2 min
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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
53 mi
·
54 min
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Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
Toward I 44 East: Chickasha, Oklahoma City
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
51 sec
Toward OK 4 Toll, H. E. Bailey Spur: Blanchard, Norman
Use the slight right lane.
11
Merge onto OK 4 Toll
7.8 mi
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7 min
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Harry E. Bailey Turnpike Spur
Use the straight lane.
12
Continue on OK 9
5.5 mi
·
7 min
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Southeast 44th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Turn slight right onto West Adkins Hill Road
0.2 mi
·
10 sec
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West Adkins Hill Road
14
Continue on OK 9
470 ft
·
9 sec
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Southeast 44th Street
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
16
Merge onto OK 9; I 35
0.2 mi
·
10 sec
·
World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
17
Continue on OK 9; I 35
0.7 mi
·
51 sec
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McCall Bridge
18
Take the exit onto OK 9
23 mi
·
30 min
·
OK 9
Exit 108A
Toward OK 9 East: Tecumseh
Use the right lane.
19
Turn right
231 ft
·
16 sec
20
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the short 1h 53m duration, you can easily complete this trip in a single day. Consider departing in the morning to maximize daylight and take advantage of potentially lighter traffic. Since the longest stretch without a significant change is over 50 miles, plan for a brief stop around that mark if you need to stretch your legs or refuel. The estimated fuel cost of $16 suggests that keeping your tank topped off before you leave Lawton should be sufficient for the entire 99.4-mile journey.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 49.7 miles from Lawton, OK, or about 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 52.7 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 22 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49.7 miles or 52m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pink, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Lawton, OK so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Lawton, OK
This is one driving day of about 99.4 miles and 1h 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Lawton, OK.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Harry E. Bailey Turnpike for about 52.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
50 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 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 49.7 miles from Lawton, 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.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
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Service Plaza
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Elmer Thomas Park
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the start, right off the route
0.8 mi from route
~2 min detour
Lawton, Oklahoma
Hours: 6 am–11 pm
+15805813400
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 76.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Northwest 1st Street
Turn left onto Northwest 1st Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Southwest Gore Boulevard
Turn left onto Southwest Gore Boulevard
Navigation decision point
8
0.9 mi into trip
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~1m in
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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...
7
60.9 mi into trip
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~1h 4m in
Take the exit toward OK 4 Toll, H. E. Bailey Spur: Blanchard, Norman
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward OK 4 Toll, H. E. Bailey Spur: Blanchard,...
7
76.2 mi into trip
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~1h 21m in
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OK 9
Take the exit onto OK 9 toward OK 9 East: Tecumseh
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 108A
Toward OK 9 East: Tecumseh
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.41 one way
$30.82 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.32 | $16.90 | $33.80 |
| premium | $4.93 | $19.29 | $38.57 |
| diesel | $5.60 | $21.91 | $43.82 |
Estimated Tolls: $4.24
Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
(52.7 mi)
$3.69
Harry E. Bailey Turnpike Spur
(7.8 mi)
$0.55
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
$15
Tolls
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-08-31.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.8 | 0 | $10.44 | $4.77 |
| Efficient EV | 24.9 | 0 | $8.70 | $3.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 39.8 | 0 | $13.92 | $6.36 |
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (66% 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.
Origin
Lawton, OK
Late night in Lawton on Saturday
Local time
12:49 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Clear
SSE 6 to 9 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued September 2 at 11:46PM CDT until September 3 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Tulsa OK
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued September 2 at 11:45PM CDT until September 3 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Norman OK
Destination
Pink, OK
Late night in Pink on Saturday
Local time
12:49 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Clear
SSE 9 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued September 2 at 11:46PM CDT until September 3 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Tulsa OK
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued September 2 at 11:45PM CDT until September 3 at 7:00PM 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 53m 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...
19 mi from route
~49 min detour
$18
near mile 65.1
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly on highways, with 89% of the 99.4 miles covered on turnpikes and similar roads. You'll encounter a continuous stretch of 52.7 miles on the Harry E. Bailey Turnpike, so expect consistent cruising speeds. The transition to surface roads, like OK 9, will likely feel like a noticeable change in pace after the turnpike segment. Keep an eye out for the denser exit patterns as you approach your destination.
89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 52.7 mi on Harry E. Bailey Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Harry E. Bailey Turnpike and OK 9. 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 Northwest 1st Street.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 99.4 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 0.1 miles (Northwest 1st Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Southwest Gore Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (US 281 Business): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,417 ft
1,036 ft
Total Climb
604 ft
Total Descent
594 ft
Highest Point
1,417 ft
~21.3 mi in
Elevation Range
381 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Lawton, OK and Pink, OK, road signs point toward Oklahoma City, H. E. Bailey Spur: Blanchard and Norman.
Oklahoma City
8.2 mi in
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~10m
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via I 44
H. E. Bailey Spur: Blanchard
60.9 mi in
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~1h 4m
Norman
60.9 mi in
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~1h 4m
About the Cities
Starting in Lawton, OK
Full guide →Founded 1901
Lawton is in the Great Plains Country region of southwest Oklahoma.
Top landmarks
- • Methodist Episcopal Church, South — church in Lawton, Oklahoma, United States
Arriving in Pink, OK
Full guide →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 53m. Total distance: 99.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 52.7 miles on Harry E. Bailey Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $4.24 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.
Yes — we found about 16 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Pink, 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 (Northwest 1st Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Southwest Gore Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (US 281 Business): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Oklahoma City National Memorial. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Pink, 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, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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