Origin
Nichols Hills, OK
Morning in Nichols Hills on Sunday
Local time
7:06 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Nichols Hills, OK to Oklahoma City, OK
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
13m
Distance
8.4 mi
13 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Fair
3 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 13m
★
6 AM
0h 14m
8 AM
0h 16m
10 AM
0h 15m
12 PM
0h 14m
3 PM
0h 15m
5 PM
0h 16m
8 PM
0h 13m
★
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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Oklahoma City, OK
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick commute or a simple transition within the Great Plains, the 8.4-mile journey from Nichols Hills to Oklahoma City is an effortless endeavor. You can expect to spend about 13 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal day trip that requires no overnight planning. With fuel costs estimated at just $1, it is an incredibly budget-friendly route for any local traveler. You will navigate a mix of local streets and expressways to reach your destination quickly. Because the entire trip stays within Oklahoma, you will experience a seamless connection between these two points without needing to worry about significant regional shifts. It is a straightforward, practical drive that prioritizes efficiency over long-distance exploration.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Centennial Expressway | 3.4 mi | 4m |
| West Wilshire Boulevard | 1.9 mi | 4m |
| Broadway Extension | 1.8 mi | 1m |
| North Walnut Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| East Sheridan Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West Sheridan Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North Robinson Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Centennial Expressway
— 3.4 mi, about 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Nichols Hills, OK and Oklahoma City, OK.
1
Start on West Wilshire Boulevard
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
West Wilshire Boulevard
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
2
Turn right onto Broadway Extension
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
Broadway Extension
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Take the ramp
257 ft
·
6 sec
Toward US 77 South
4
Merge onto US 77
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Broadway Extension
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Continue on I 235; US 77
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Centennial Expressway
Use the straight lane.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 1F
Toward North 6th Street, Walnut Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
7
Continue on North Walnut Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Walnut Avenue
Use the straight lane.
8
Turn right onto East Sheridan Avenue
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
·
East Sheridan Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Continue on West Sheridan Avenue
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
West Sheridan Avenue
Use the straight / left lanes.
10
Turn right onto North Robinson Avenue
416 ft
·
14 sec
·
North Robinson Avenue
Use the straight lane.
11
Arrive at destination
North Robinson Avenue
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 1.9 and 8.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.9 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
Broadway Extension
Turn right onto Broadway Extension
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
2.2 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 / slight right lanes.
8
7.2 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the exit toward North 6th Street, Walnut Avenue
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 1F
Toward North 6th Street, Walnut Avenue
6
7.9 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
East Sheridan Avenue
Turn right onto East Sheridan Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
8.3 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
North Robinson Avenue
Turn right onto North Robinson Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.31 one way
$2.63 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $1.44 | $2.88 |
| premium | $4.89 | $1.62 | $3.23 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.85 | $3.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.9 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 | 2.5 | 0 | $0.88 | $0.40 |
| Efficient EV | 2.1 | 0 | $0.74 | $0.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.4 | 0 | $1.18 | $0.54 |
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
Oklahoma City, OK
Morning in Oklahoma City on Sunday
Local time
7:06 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°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
17 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
13m 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?
This short route offers a mixed driving experience, balancing local neighborhood streets with faster transit corridors. You will spend about 41% of your time on highways, utilizing a combination of West Wilshire Boulevard and the Broadway Extension to navigate the area. The longest uninterrupted section you will encounter is a 3.4-mile stretch along the Centennial Expressway, which provides the most consistent pace of the trip. As you transition from the residential feel of Nichols Hills toward the city center, the road character shifts from slower, local thoroughfares to more structured expressway driving. Expect a functional, no-frills experience that gets you from point A to point B with minimal complexity.
41% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 3.4 mi on Centennial Expressway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.9 miles in near Broadway Extension.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 8.4 miles you will encounter 8 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 1.9 miles (Broadway Extension): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.2 miles (US 77 / Broadway Extension): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.2 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 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.
Arriving in Oklahoma City, OK
Full guide →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.
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 13m. Total distance: 8.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (41%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 3.4 miles on Centennial Expressway. 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 1.9 miles (Broadway Extension): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.2 miles (US 77 / Broadway Extension): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.2 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 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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