Origin
Mannford, OK
Late night in Mannford on Sunday
Local time
2:58 AM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mannford, OK to Stillwater, OK
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
52m
Distance
40.8 mi
66 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Fair
2 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 48m
★
6 AM
0h 52m
8 AM
1h 1m
10 AM
0h 55m
12 PM
0h 54m
3 PM
0h 56m
5 PM
1h 0m
8 PM
0h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mannford, OK
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Stillwater, OK
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Trip Overview
This 40.8-mile drive from Mannford, OK, to Stillwater, OK, is easily manageable within a single day, taking approximately 52 minutes. You'll primarily navigate local roads, with no highway driving involved, making it a more intimate journey through the Great Plains region. The estimated fuel cost is around $6, and with no designated stops, you have the flexibility to create your own itinerary. This route offers a straightforward connection between two Oklahoma communities, perfect for a quick trip without the need for an overnight stay.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Jim Thorpe Memorial Highway | 19.7 mi | 22m |
| 42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway | 11.3 mi | 13m |
| East 6th Avenue | 7.6 mi | 11m |
| East Chicago Avenue | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Basin Road | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Jim Thorpe Memorial Highway
— 19.7 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mannford, OK and Stillwater, OK.
1
Start on Basin Road
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
Basin Road
2
Turn right onto OK 51
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Continue on OK 51
17 mi
·
19 min
·
Jim Thorpe Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
4
Continue on OK 51
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
East Chicago Avenue
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
5
Continue on OK 51
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Jim Thorpe Memorial Highway
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
6
Continue on OK 51
8.8 mi
·
10 min
·
42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
7
Continue on OK 51; OK 108
7.6 mi
·
11 min
·
East 6th Avenue
Use the straight lane.
8
Arrive at destination
OK 51
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 40.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.4 miles from Mannford, 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
1 of 11 decision points cluster around mile 0.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.5 mi into trip
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~0m in
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OK 51 / 42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway
Turn right onto OK 51 / 42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.38 one way
$12.76 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $7.00 | $14.01 |
| premium | $4.89 | $7.85 | $15.70 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.01 | $18.02 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.2 | 0 | $4.28 | $1.96 |
| Efficient EV | 10.2 | 0 | $3.57 | $1.63 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.3 | 0 | $5.71 | $2.61 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Stillwater, OK
Late night in Stillwater on Sunday
Local time
2:58 AM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
57°F
Yale, OK
20 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
52m 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, as indicated by its profile. You won't encounter any highway driving, maintaining a consistent pace on roads like Jim Thorpe Memorial Highway, 42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway, and East 6th Avenue. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll experience is 19.7 miles on Jim Thorpe Memorial Highway. This suggests a driving experience that requires attention to navigation and frequent adjustments, rather than a monotonous highway cruise.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
8 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 19.7 mi on Jim Thorpe Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near OK 51 / 42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Mannford, OK to Stillwater, OK is easy. At 52m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
There is one spot that needs extra attention: at 0.5 miles (OK 51 / 42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway): Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
973 ft
760 ft
Total Climb
361 ft
Total Descent
225 ft
Highest Point
973 ft
~32 mi in
Elevation Range
214 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 52m. Total distance: 40.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 19.7 miles on Jim Thorpe Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
There is one spot that needs extra attention: at 0.5 miles (OK 51 / 42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Stillwater, 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, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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