Origin
Moore, OK
Late night in Moore on Sunday
Local time
12:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Moore, OK to Muldrow, OK
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h
Distance
172.8 mi
278 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$27
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 49m
★
6 AM
3h 1m
8 AM
3h 24m
10 AM
3h 9m
12 PM
3h 6m
3 PM
3h 10m
5 PM
3h 22m
8 PM
2h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Moore, OK
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Muldrow, OK
Christina & Peter
Trip Overview
This 172.8-mile drive from Moore, Oklahoma, to Muldrow, Oklahoma, is a straightforward, single-day trip that will take you approximately 3 hours to complete. You'll primarily navigate along the Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway, Southeast Expressway, and Helen Cole Memorial Highway. With a projected fuel cost of around $27, this route is an economical option for exploring the Great Plains region of Oklahoma. The drive is best suited for a single day, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. It offers a practical way to travel between these two points within the state.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
86.4 miles from Moore, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 31m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway | 154.5 mi | 2h 37m |
| Southeast Expressway | 11.6 mi | 12m |
| Helen Cole Memorial Highway | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| Tim Vandiver Memorial Highway | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| South Main Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| East Service Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Northwest 5th Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North Broadway Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway
— 154.5 mi, about 2h 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Moore, OK and Muldrow, OK.
1
Start on North Broadway Street
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
North Broadway Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
2
Turn left onto Northwest 5th Street
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
Northwest 5th Street
Use the left lane.
3
Turn right onto East Service Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Service Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Toward I 35 North, US 77 North
5
Merge onto I 35; US 77
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Helen Cole Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
6
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 121
Toward I 240 East, OK 3: Fort Smith
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 240; OK 3
12 mi
·
12 min
·
Southeast Expressway
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on I 40; US 270; OK 3
75 mi
·
1 hr 17 min
·
Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on I 40
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Tim Vandiver Memorial Highway
Toward I 40 East: Fort Smith
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on I 40
79 mi
·
1 hr 20 min
·
Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
Toward OK 64B North: Muldrow
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn left onto OK 64B
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
13
Arrive at destination
OK 64B
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour duration, this trip is easily manageable in a single day, so you can be flexible with your departure time. Aim to leave in the morning to maximize your daylight hours. With only one recommended stop, plan your break strategically along the 172.8-mile route. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longest 154.5-mile stretch on the Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway, and factor in the estimated $27 fuel cost for your budget. A practical tip for this turn-heavy drive is to ensure your GPS or navigation system is set up and functional before you depart Moore to help you manage the frequent directional changes.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 86.4 miles from Moore, OK, or about 1h 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 154.5 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 38 miles or 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 86.4 miles or 1h 31m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Muldrow, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Moore, OK so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Moore, OK
This is one driving day of about 172.8 miles and 3h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 38 miles from Moore, OK.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway for about 154.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
86 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 38 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 86.4 miles from Moore, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 154.5 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 171.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Northwest 5th Street
Turn left onto Northwest 5th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
0.6 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
East Service Road
Turn right onto East Service Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
3.5 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the exit toward I 240 East, OK 3: Fort Smith
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 121
Toward I 240 East, OK 3: Fort Smith
6
171.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 58m in
Take the exit toward OK 64B North: Muldrow
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward OK 64B North: Muldrow
6
171.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 59m in
|
OK 64B / South Main Street
Turn left onto OK 64B / South Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$27.02 one way
$54.03 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
61 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $29.66 | $59.32 |
| premium | $4.89 | $33.25 | $66.51 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $38.15 | $76.30 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 60.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 51.8 | 0 | $18.14 | $8.29 |
| Efficient EV | 43.2 | 0 | $15.12 | $6.91 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 69.1 | 0 | $24.19 | $11.06 |
Gas CO2
60 kg
EV CO2
20 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
Muldrow, OK
Late night in Muldrow on Sunday
Local time
12:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
73°F
Eufaula, OK
86 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
16 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
3h 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 route with a 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, meaning you'll encounter numerous turns and changes in road direction. While 7% of the journey involves highway driving, the majority is on local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll experience is 154.5 miles on the Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway. This suggests a driving experience that requires consistent attention to navigation and road conditions, rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. You'll likely find the drive progresses through varied local landscapes as you make your way towards Muldrow.
Only 7% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 154.5 mi on Vietnam Veteran's 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 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near Northwest 5th Street.
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 172.8 miles you will encounter 9 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 0.3 miles (Northwest 5th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.6 miles (East Service Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
About the Cities
Starting in Moore, OK
Full guide →Moore is in the Frontier Country region of Oklahoma and a suburb of Oklahoma City.
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 3h. Total distance: 172.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (7%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 154.5 miles on Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (Northwest 5th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.6 miles (East Service Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 3.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.0 hours — manageable with a long break at Muldrow, OK, but most travelers stay overnight.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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