Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 19m
Distance
67.4 mi
108 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Sparse
1 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Midwest City, OK
John Hill
Anadarko, OK
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If you are looking for a straightforward connection between Midwest City and Anadarko, this 67.4-mile trip is an efficient way to traverse the Oklahoma Great Plains. You should plan for about 1 hour and 19 minutes of driving time, making this an ideal single-day excursion that does not require an overnight stay. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $10, it is a very affordable route for a quick getaway or a necessary commute. The journey relies heavily on major thoroughfares, ensuring a consistent pace from start to finish. Because you remain within the same region, the landscape stays relatively familiar throughout the drive. Use this trip when you want to reach your destination quickly without the stress of complicated navigation or long-distance logistics.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Harry E. Bailey Turnpike | 24.2 mi | 22m |
| OK 9 | 16.5 mi | 22m |
| Will Rogers Expressway | 12.3 mi | 14m |
| Crosstown Expressway | 5.6 mi | 6m |
| East Choctaw Avenue | 3 mi | 3m |
| Tinker Diagonal | 3 mi | 3m |
| Southeast 15th Street | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Carpenter Drive | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Midwest City, OK and Anadarko, OK.
Start on this road
Turn left
Turn left onto Felix Place
Turn left onto Southeast 15th Street
Turn slight right onto Tinker Diagonal
Continue on this road
Merge onto I 40; US 270
Continue on I 35; I 40; US 62; US 270
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40; US 270
Continue on I 40; US 270
Take the exit
Merge onto I 44; OK 3
Keep slight right at fork onto I 44
Continue on I 44
Take the exit
Turn right onto OK 9; US 62; US 277
Continue on OK 9; US 62; US 277
Continue on OK 9; US 62; US 81
Continue on OK 9; US 62
Continue on OK 9; US 62
Continue on OK 9; US 62
Turn left onto OK 8; US 281
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 33.7 miles from Midwest City, 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 5.9 and 47.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40; US 270 / Crosstown Expressway toward I 235 North, US 77 North, I 40 West, US 270 West: Oklahoma Health Center, State Capitol, Edmond, Amarillo
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward I 44 West, OK 3 East: Lawton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork onto I 44 / Will Rogers Expressway toward I 44 West, US 62 West: Lawton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward US 62: Chickasha, Anadarko
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn right onto OK 9; US 62; US 277 / Carpenter Drive toward Chickasha, Anadarko
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$10.54 one way
$21.07 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.57 | $23.14 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.97 | $25.94 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.88 | $29.76 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.69
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Tolls
$2
Total
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.2 | 0 | $7.08 | $3.24 |
| Efficient EV | 16.9 | 0 | $5.90 | $2.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27 | 0 | $9.44 | $4.31 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Midwest City on Saturday
Local time
9:52 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Night in Anadarko on Saturday
Local time
9:52 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
74°F
Newcastle, OK
34 mi in
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.
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 87% of your travel time will be spent on high-speed roads. You will utilize a combination of the Will Rogers Expressway, the Harry E. Bailey Turnpike, and OK 9 to cover the distance. The longest uninterrupted stretch occurs along the Harry E. Bailey Turnpike, where you can settle in for 24.2 miles of steady driving. While this route lacks the technical challenges of winding mountain roads, it provides a functional and reliable path across the plains. Being behind the wheel here is all about maintaining a consistent speed as you transition between the turnpikes and the state highway segments.
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 5.9 miles in near I 40; US 270 / Crosstown Expressway.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 67.4 miles you will encounter 15 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 5.9 miles (I 40; US 270 / Crosstown Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 15.4 miles (I 44 / Will Rogers Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
320 ft
Total Descent
381 ft
Highest Point
1,356 ft
~33.7 mi in
Elevation Range
268 ft
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Midwest City, OK and Anadarko, OK, road signs point toward State Capitol, Edmond, Amarillo, Lawton and Chickasha.
State Capitol
Edmond
Amarillo
Lawton
Chickasha
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 19m. Total distance: 67.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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