Origin
Midwest City, OK
Late night in Midwest City on Sunday
Local time
5:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Midwest City, OK to Blackwell, OK
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 52m
Distance
102.6 mi
165 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 44m
★
6 AM
1h 52m
8 AM
2h 8m
10 AM
1h 58m
12 PM
1h 56m
3 PM
1h 59m
5 PM
2h 8m
8 PM
1h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Midwest City, OK
John Hill
Blackwell, OK
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
This 102.6-mile drive from Midwest City, OK to Blackwell, OK is a straightforward 1-hour and 52-minute journey entirely within the Great Plains region of Oklahoma. With a fuel cost estimated at $16, it's an economical day trip, requiring no overnight stops. The route primarily utilizes local roads, with a significant portion on the World War II Veterans Memorial Highway. You'll find this drive to be a turn-heavy local experience, making it a good option for a single day of travel without the need to split it up. Planning for this short distance means you'll have plenty of flexibility.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
51.3 miles from Midwest City, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 57m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| World War II Veterans Memorial Highway | 85.3 mi | 1h 26m |
| Shannon Miller Parkway | 4.1 mi | 4m |
| West Doolin Avenue | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| Honorable Hannah Diggs Atkins, Secretary of State, Memorial Highway | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| Southeast 15th Street | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Tinker Diagonal | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Representative Opio Toure Memorial Highway | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| North Main Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
World War II Veterans Memorial Highway
— 85.3 mi, about 1h 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Midwest City, OK and Blackwell, OK.
1
Start on this road
34 ft
·
7 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left
34 ft
·
8 sec
3
Turn left onto Felix Place
115 ft
·
12 sec
·
Felix Place
4
Turn left onto Southeast 15th Street
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Southeast 15th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Turn slight right onto Tinker Diagonal
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Tinker Diagonal
6
Continue on this road
526 ft
·
13 sec
·
this road
Toward I 40 West, US 270 West: Oklahoma City
Use the straight lane.
7
Merge onto I 40; US 270
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Tinker Diagonal
Use the straight lane.
8
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 153
Toward I 35 North, US 62 East: Wichita
9
Merge onto I 35; US 62
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Representative Opio Toure Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on I 35
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Honorable Hannah Diggs Atkins, Secretary of State, Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on I 35
5.4 mi
·
5 min
·
World War II Veterans Memorial Highway
Toward I 35 North, I 44 East, OK 66 East
Use the straight lane.
12
Continue on I 35; OK 66
4.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Shannon Miller Parkway
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on I 35; US 77
80 mi
·
1 hr 20 min
·
World War II Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
Exit 222
Toward OK 11: Blackwell, Medford
Use the slight right lane.
15
Turn right onto OK 11
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
West Doolin Avenue
Toward OK 11 East: Blackwell
Use the right lane.
16
Turn right onto US 177
0.5 mi
·
47 sec
·
North Main Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
17
Arrive at destination
US 177
Trip Plan
Given the manageable 1 hour and 52-minute duration, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion. You can depart at your leisure, perhaps in the late morning, to arrive in Blackwell by afternoon. Since there are no designated stops in the data, plan for any necessary breaks yourself. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longest stretch of 85.3 miles on the World War II Veterans Memorial Highway, as services might be less frequent. The $16 fuel cost is a good estimate, but always have a little extra on hand for unforeseen detours.
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 51.3 miles from Midwest City, OK, or about 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 85.3 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 23 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 51.3 miles or 57m 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 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Blackwell, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Midwest City, OK so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Midwest City, OK
This is one driving day of about 102.6 miles and 1h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Midwest City, OK.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on World War II Veterans Memorial Highway for about 85.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
51 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 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 51.3 miles from Midwest City, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before World War II Veterans Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 85.3 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 102.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
6
3.9 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Take the exit toward I 35 North, US 62 East: Wichita
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 153
Toward I 35 North, US 62 East: Wichita
8
98.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 45m in
Take the exit toward OK 11: Blackwell, Medford
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 222
Toward OK 11: Blackwell, Medford
6
98.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 45m in
|
OK 11 / West Doolin Avenue
Turn right onto OK 11 / West Doolin Avenue toward OK 11 East: Blackwell
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward OK 11 East: Blackwell
6
102.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 51m in
|
US 177 / North Main Street
Turn right onto US 177 / North Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.04 one way
$32.08 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
36 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $17.61 | $35.22 |
| premium | $4.89 | $19.74 | $39.49 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $22.65 | $45.31 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.8 | 0 | $10.77 | $4.92 |
| Efficient EV | 25.7 | 0 | $8.98 | $4.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 41 | 0 | $14.36 | $6.57 |
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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.
Destination
Blackwell, OK
Late night in Blackwell on Sunday
Local time
5:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
55°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
3 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 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.
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...
4 mi from route
~9 min detour
$18
near mile 3.5
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a "turn-heavy local drive" for this 102.6-mile trip, with about 4% of the journey on highways. While there are numerous turns, you'll also experience a substantial uninterrupted stretch of 85.3 miles on the World War II Veterans Memorial Highway. This means you'll transition from city driving through Midwest City onto more open local roads for a significant portion of your travel. The Shannon Miller Parkway and West Doolin Avenue are key segments that guide you north. The overall feel is less about sweeping vistas and more about efficient navigation through Oklahoma's landscape.
Only 4% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 85.3 mi on World War II Veterans Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 102.6 miles you will encounter 11 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: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 3.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 98.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 52m. Total distance: 102.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (4%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 85.3 miles on World War II Veterans 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.
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 3.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 98.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 Blackwell, 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 NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
Was this helpful?
Thanks for your feedback!
Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!
/500
Recent Tips
·
Explore More
Continue From Blackwell, OK
More trips to Blackwell, OK
Explore more options from Midwest City, OK or browse trips ending in Blackwell, OK.
Looking for more statewide routes? Browse OK road trips.