Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 1m
Distance
97 mi
156 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lone Grove, OK
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Shawnee, OK
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Lone Grove to Shawnee is 97 miles and takes about 2 hours and 1 minute via West 1st Street and World War I Veterans Memorial Highway, with a fuel budget near $15 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Oklahoma, beginning in the Great Plains region and ending in the same area. Expect a local feel with plenty of turns, making it a good option for those who prefer a less direct, more engaging journey. Given its relatively short distance and duration, this route is ideal for a single-day trip, allowing for a relaxed pace.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
48.5 miles from Lone Grove, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 1m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West 1st Street | 29.3 mi | 35m |
| World War I Veterans Memorial Highway | 19.5 mi | 19m |
| OK 3W | 17 mi | 19m |
| US 177 | 10.8 mi | 13m |
| West Main Street | 9.3 mi | 14m |
| US 70 | 5.2 mi | 7m |
| US 77 | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| US 270 Business | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Lone Grove, OK and Shawnee, OK.
Start on Ash Street
Turn right onto Blackberry Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 70
Continue on West Broadway Street
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 35; US 70
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn straight onto US 77
Continue on US 77
Turn right
Merge onto OK 7; US 77
Turn left onto OK 7; US 177
Continue on US 177; OK 59
At end of road, turn left onto US 177; OK 59
Continue on OK 3W; OK 59; US 177
Continue on US 177; OK 3W
Continue on US 177; US 270; OK 3W
Take the exit onto US 270 Business
Keep slight right at fork onto US 270 Business
Turn left onto South Kickapoo Street
Turn sharp right onto West Main Street
Arrive at destination
Since this 97-mile drive typically takes just over 2 hours, you have the flexibility to leave whenever it suits you. Starting in the morning allows ample time to reach Shawnee without feeling rushed. With a fuel cost estimated at $15, it's wise to ensure you have a full tank before departing Lone Grove, as the longest stretch without a significant break is 29.3 miles on West 1st Street. Keep an eye on your GPS for the frequent turns, especially as you transition between West 1st Street, World War I Veterans Memorial Highway, and OK 3W.
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.
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 21 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 48.5 miles or 1h 1m 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 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Shawnee, OK than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Lone Grove, OK so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Lone Grove, OK
This is one driving day of about 97 miles and 2h 1m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
49 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.
A short stop after about 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 48.5 miles from Lone Grove, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 69.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
At end of road, turn left onto US 70
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward US 77: Turner Falls Area
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto OK 7; US 77 / West Main Street
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
At end of road, turn left onto US 177; OK 59
Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$15.16 one way
$30.33 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $16.65 | $33.30 |
| premium | $4.89 | $18.67 | $37.33 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.42 | $42.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.1 | 0 | $10.18 | $4.66 |
| Efficient EV | 24.3 | 0 | $8.49 | $3.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 38.8 | 0 | $13.58 | $6.21 |
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (68% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Lone Grove on Saturday
Local time
9:50 PM
CDT
Current temp
49°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Night in Shawnee on Saturday
Local time
9:50 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
58°F
Sulphur, OK
49 mi in
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
This route offers a turn-heavy local drive, meaning you'll encounter frequent changes in direction rather than long, straight stretches. While only 21% of the journey is on highways, the longest uninterrupted segment covers 29.3 miles on West 1st Street, providing a bit of steady progress. As you travel, the road character will likely shift between local roads with more curves and quicker sections on OK 3W, keeping you engaged behind the wheel. Be prepared for a dynamic driving experience with numerous turns that require your attention.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near US 70.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 97 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 0.2 miles (US 70): Lane positioning matters here; at 25.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 25.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Shawnee is in the Frontier Country region of Oklahoma. While normally not on the sight-seeing itinerary of those who do not know someone already living there, Shawnee could prove to be an interesting day trip. Shawnee is known for its numerous Native American casinos, maybe lesser-so that it is where Brad Pitt and Jim Thorpe hailed from or the origin of Sonic restaurants.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 1m. Total distance: 97 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
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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