Origin
Nichols Hills, OK
Morning in Nichols Hills on Sunday
Local time
9:38 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Nichols Hills, OK to Edmond, OK
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
16m
Distance
9.7 mi
16 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Good
6 stations
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 18m
5 PM
0h 19m
8 PM
0h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Nichols Hills, OK
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Edmond, OK
Alan Garzón
Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel between Nichols Hills and Edmond, you are in for a quick, 9.7-mile journey that typically takes about 16 minutes to complete. This trip stays entirely within the Great Plains region of Oklahoma, making it an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. With a minimal fuel cost of just $1, it is an incredibly budget-friendly commute. Since there are no planned stops along the way, you can easily handle this drive in a single, straightforward session. Whether you are running errands or heading to a meeting, this route offers a practical and efficient connection between these two Oklahoma communities.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Broadway Extension | 4.8 mi | 6m |
| South Broadway | 2.6 mi | 5m |
| West Wilshire Boulevard | 2 mi | 4m |
| East 2nd Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Broadway Extension
— 4.8 mi, about 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Nichols Hills, OK and Edmond, OK.
1
Start on West Wilshire Boulevard
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
West Wilshire Boulevard
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
2
Turn left onto Broadway Extension
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
Broadway Extension
Use the left lane.
3
Take the ramp
275 ft
·
6 sec
Use the slight left lane.
4
Merge onto US 77
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Broadway Extension
Use the straight lane.
5
Continue on US Historic 66; US 77
2.6 mi
·
5 min
·
South Broadway
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Turn right onto US Historic 66; US 77
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
East 2nd Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Arrive at destination
US Historic 66; US 77
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 55 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 9.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
West Wilshire Boulevard
Depart onto West Wilshire Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
6
2 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
Broadway Extension
Turn left onto Broadway Extension
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
2.3 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the ramp
Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
5
2.3 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
US 77 / Broadway Extension
Merge onto US 77 / Broadway Extension
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
9.5 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
US Historic 66; US 77 / East 2nd Street
Turn right onto US Historic 66; US 77 / East 2nd Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.52 one way
$3.03 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $1.67 | $3.33 |
| premium | $4.89 | $1.87 | $3.73 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.14 | $4.28 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.9 | 0 | $1.02 | $0.47 |
| Efficient EV | 2.4 | 0 | $0.85 | $0.39 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.9 | 0 | $1.36 | $0.62 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Edmond, OK
Morning in Edmond on Sunday
Local time
9:38 AM
CDT
Current temp
86°F
Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
SSW 20 mph
61% chance
Live forecast
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 14 at 6:30AM CDT until April 14 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Amarillo TX
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued April 14 at 6:28AM CDT until April 14 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Amarillo TX
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
10 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
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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive as you navigate your way through the area. You will rely on a mix of Broadway Extension, South Broadway, and West Wilshire Boulevard to reach your destination. Because this route features a 0% highway share, you will remain on local roads for the entirety of the trip rather than dealing with interstate traffic. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 4.8-mile segment on the Broadway Extension. This profile creates a more hands-on driving experience, requiring you to stay alert through the various turns and transitions along the way.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
7 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 4.8 mi on Broadway Extension.
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 5 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West Wilshire Boulevard.
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 9.7 miles you will encounter 5 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 (West Wilshire Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 2 miles (Broadway Extension): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting in Nichols Hills, OK
Full guide →Nichols Hills is an upscale older suburb in Oklahoma City. You will find some of the largest homes and most affluent living in this area. It is surrounded by Oklahoma City and The Village to the north.
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: 9.7 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.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). 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 4.8 miles on Broadway Extension. 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 (West Wilshire Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 2 miles (Broadway Extension): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.3 miles: 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 Edmond, 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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