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Trip from Moore, OK to Oklahoma City, OK

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

16m

Distance

10.7 mi

17 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$2

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

4 AM
0h 15m ★
6 AM
0h 16m
8 AM
0h 19m
10 AM
0h 17m
12 PM
0h 17m
3 PM
0h 17m
5 PM
0h 19m
8 PM
0h 15m ★

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown Moore, OK, OK

Moore, OK

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city and state capital of Oklahoma, United States

Oklahoma City, OK

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Trip Overview

If you are traveling from Moore to Oklahoma City, you are looking at a quick 10.7-mile journey that typically takes about 16 minutes to complete. This trip serves as a straightforward local transit within the Great Plains region and is easily manageable as a day trip. You can expect to spend roughly $2 on fuel for the entire drive, making it an incredibly budget-friendly commute. Since the total travel time is so brief, there is no need to plan for overnight stops or extensive logistics. Whether you are heading into the city for business or leisure, this route provides a direct connection between the two points via the World War I Veterans Memorial Highway, the Helen Cole Memorial Highway, and the East Service Road.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
World War I Veterans Memorial Highway 5.3 mi 6m
Helen Cole Memorial Highway 2.1 mi 2m
East Service Road 0.7 mi 1m
Oklahoma City Boulevard 0.5 mi 1m
Northwest 5th Street 0.3 mi <1m
South Edward King Gaylord Boulevard 0.3 mi <1m
North Broadway Street 0.3 mi <1m
West Sheridan Avenue 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: World War I Veterans Memorial Highway — 5.3 mi, about 6m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Moore, OK and Oklahoma City, 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

Continue on I 35; US 77

5.3 mi · 6 min · World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Keep slight left at fork onto I 235; US 77

295 ft · 4 sec · Centennial Expressway
Exit 126 Toward I 235 North, US 77 North: Oklahoma Health Center, State Capitol, Edmond Use the straight lane.
8

Take the exit

0.8 mi · 1 min
Exit 125C Toward Oklahoma City Boulevard Use the straight / slight left lanes.
9

Turn straight onto Oklahoma City Boulevard

0.5 mi · 1 min · Oklahoma City Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
10

Turn right onto South Edward King Gaylord Boulevard

0.3 mi · 41 sec · South Edward King Gaylord Boulevard
Use the right lane.
11

Turn left onto West Sheridan Avenue

0.2 mi · 26 sec · West Sheridan Avenue
Use the left lane.
12

Turn right onto North Robinson Avenue

416 ft · 14 sec · North Robinson Avenue
Use the straight lane.
13

Arrive at destination

North Robinson Avenue

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 10

5 decision points cluster between mile 8.8 and 10.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

9
8.8 mi into trip | ~12m in | I 235; US 77 / Centennial Expressway

Keep slight left at fork onto I 235; US 77 / Centennial Expressway toward I 235 North, US 77 North: Oklahoma Health Center, State Capitol, Edmond

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight lane. Exit 126 Toward I 235 North, US 77 North: Oklahoma Healt...
7
8.8 mi into trip | ~12m in

Take the exit toward Oklahoma City Boulevard

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight left lanes. Exit 125C Toward Oklahoma City Boulevard
6
10.1 mi into trip | ~14m in | South Edward King Gaylord Boulevard

Turn right onto South Edward King Gaylord Boulevard

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
7
10.4 mi into trip | ~15m in | West Sheridan Avenue

Turn left onto West Sheridan Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
7
10.6 mi into trip | ~15m in | North Robinson Avenue

Turn right onto North Robinson Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$1.67 one way

$3.35 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 4 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $1.84 $3.67
premium $4.89 $2.06 $4.12
diesel $5.61 $2.36 $4.72

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$2

Estimated CO2 emission: 3.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 3.2 0 $1.12 $0.51
Efficient EV 2.7 0 $0.94 $0.43
EV Truck/SUV 4.3 0 $1.50 $0.68

Gas CO2

4 kg

EV CO2

1 kg (75% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026

Origin

Moore, OK

Late night in Moore on Tuesday

Local time

5:36 AM

CDT

Current temp

74°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Oklahoma City, OK

Late night in Oklahoma City on Tuesday

Local time

5:36 AM

CDT

Current temp

76°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

2 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

16m 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 experience as you navigate this 10.7-mile stretch, which is composed entirely of highway driving. You will spend the most time on the World War I Veterans Memorial Highway, which accounts for the route's longest uninterrupted segment at 5.3 miles. Because this is a local-style drive, the character of the road is defined by frequent transitions between major thoroughfares rather than a single, monotonous interstate grind. While the distance is short, the reliance on multiple highway segments requires you to stay alert for merging and lane changes. It is a functional, high-speed connection that prioritizes efficiency over long-range cruising.

Only 1% 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: 5.3 mi on World War I Veterans Memorial Highway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

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 8.8 miles in near I 235; US 77 / Centennial Expressway.

Driving Effort 7/10

Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 10.7 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 16m.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 8.8 miles (I 235; US 77 / Centennial Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 10.1 miles (South Edward King Gaylord Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Moore, OK and Oklahoma City, OK, road signs point toward State Capitol and Edmond.

State Capitol

8.8 mi in | ~12m | via I 235; US 77

Edmond

8.8 mi in | ~12m | via I 235; US 77

About the Cities

Starting in Moore, OK

Full guide →

Founded 1889

Moore is in the Frontier Country region of Oklahoma and a suburb of Oklahoma City.

Arriving in Oklahoma City, OK

Full guide →

Founded 1889

Oklahoma City is the capital and principal city of the state of Oklahoma in the central Frontier Country region of the state. The sprawling city and its suburbs offer multiple sports venues, museums, regional food, and a mix of Native American and cowboy culture.

Top landmarks

  • Oklahoma State Capitol — state capitol building of the U.S. state of Oklahoma
  • Oklahoma City National Memorial — memorial in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, U.S
  • Oklahoma City University — American university

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 16m. Total distance: 10.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

16m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 5.3 miles on World War I Veterans Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Oklahoma City, OK before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

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: at 8.8 miles (I 235; US 77 / Centennial Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 10.1 miles (South Edward King Gaylord Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.

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 Oklahoma City, 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.

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