Origin
Norman, OK
Night in Norman on Saturday
Local time
9:46 PM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Norman, OK to Alva, 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 39m
Distance
170.3 mi
274 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$27
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 27m
★
6 AM
3h 40m
8 AM
4h 5m
10 AM
3h 49m
12 PM
3h 46m
3 PM
3h 50m
5 PM
4h 4m
8 PM
3h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Norman, OK
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Alva, OK
Israel Torres
Trip Overview
This 170.3-mile journey from Norman to Alva, Oklahoma, is a straightforward drive that can easily be completed in a single day, taking approximately 3 hours and 39 minutes. You'll primarily navigate local roads, with North Porter Avenue, East Robinson Street, and North Flood Avenue forming the backbone of your route. Given its relatively short duration and the estimated fuel cost of $26, it's an accessible trip for most travelers. The drive stays within the Great Plains region, offering a consistent landscape throughout. With only one recommended stop, you can expect a focused and efficient travel experience.
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
85.1 miles from Norman, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 38m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway | 38 mi | 39m |
| OK 51A | 22.5 mi | 26m |
| OK 8 | 19 mi | 24m |
| CR N2560 | 15.1 mi | 25m |
| North Broadway Avenue | 13.5 mi | 14m |
| US 64 | 12 mi | 17m |
| OK 58 | 9.2 mi | 15m |
| Helen Cole Memorial Highway | 6.6 mi | 7m |
Longest stretch:
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
— 38 mi, about 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Norman, OK and Alva, OK.
1
Start on East Main Street
106 ft
·
10 sec
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East Main Street
2
Turn left onto North Porter Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North Porter Avenue
Use the left lane.
3
Turn left onto East Robinson Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Robinson Street
Use the left lane.
4
Turn right onto North Flood Avenue
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
North Flood Avenue
5
Enter roundabout onto North Flood Avenue
104 ft
·
2 sec
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North Flood Avenue
6
Continue on North Flood Avenue
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
North Flood Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Take the ramp onto US 77
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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US 77
Use the straight lane.
8
Merge onto I 35; US 77
0.5 mi
·
35 sec
·
Doctor James E. and Representative Mina M. Hibdon Memorial Highway
9
Continue on I 35; US 77
6.6 mi
·
7 min
·
Helen Cole Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on I 35; US 77
0.3 mi
·
18 sec
·
World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
Toward I 240 East, OK 3 East: Fort Smith
12
Continue on US 62
420 ft
·
10 sec
·
US 62
13
Turn slight right
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
Toward I 240 West, US 62 West, OK 3: Lawton
Use the right lane.
14
Merge onto I 240; OK 3
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Southeast Expressway
15
Continue on I 240; US 62; OK 3
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Southwest Expressway
Use the straight lane.
16
Merge onto I 44; I 240; OK 3
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Will Rogers Expressway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 120A
Toward I 40 West: Amarillo
Use the slight left lane.
18
Merge onto I 40; US 270
38 mi
·
39 min
·
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 108
Toward US 281 Spur North: Geary, Watonga
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Turn right onto US 281 Spur
483 ft
·
11 sec
·
US 281 Spur
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
21
Continue on US 281 Spur
4.1 mi
·
4 min
·
US 281 Spur
Use the straight / right lanes.
22
Continue on OK 8; US 281
4.6 mi
·
5 min
·
OK 8; US 281
Use the straight lane.
23
Continue on OK 8; US 270; US 281
14 mi
·
14 min
·
North Broadway Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
24
Continue on OK 8; US 270; US 281
0.9 mi
·
54 sec
·
OK 8; US 270; US 281
Use the straight / right lanes.
25
Continue on US 270; US 281; OK 8
5.7 mi
·
8 min
·
South Clarence Nash Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
26
Turn left onto OK 51A
23 mi
·
26 min
·
OK 51A
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
27
At end of road, turn right onto OK 58
9.2 mi
·
15 min
·
OK 58
28
Continue on US 60; OK 8
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
US 60; OK 8
29
Take the ramp onto US 60; OK 8
384 ft
·
10 sec
·
US 60; OK 8
30
Merge onto OK 8; US 60; US 412
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
·
OK 8; US 60; US 412
31
Continue on US 60; US 412; OK 8
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
US 60; US 412; OK 8
32
Turn left onto OK 8
13 mi
·
18 min
·
OK 8
33
Turn left onto OK 45
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
OK 45
34
Turn right onto CR N2560
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
CR N2560
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
35
Turn left onto CR E0290
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
CR E0290
36
Turn right onto CR N2560
14 mi
·
23 min
·
CR N2560
37
Turn left onto US 64
12 mi
·
17 min
·
US 64
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
38
Turn right onto College Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
College Avenue
39
Turn left onto West Flynn Street
113 ft
·
3 sec
·
West Flynn Street
40
Arrive at destination
West Flynn Street
Trip Plan
This 170.3-mile route from Norman to Alva is well-suited for a single-day excursion, allowing for a flexible departure time. With a total driving time of under four hours and a fuel cost around $26, you won't need to worry about extensive overnight planning. Consider leaving in the morning to maximize your time at your destination. Since there's only one recommended stop, plan your breaks strategically to stay refreshed. A practical tip for this turn-heavy local drive is to ensure your GPS is fully charged and updated, as navigating numerous local streets requires precise directions.
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 85.1 miles from Norman, OK, or about 1h 38m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 38 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 37 miles or 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 85.1 miles or 1h 38m 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 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Alva, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Norman, 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 Norman, OK
This is one driving day of about 170.3 miles and 3h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 37 miles from Norman, 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 Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway for about 38 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
85 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 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 85.1 miles from Norman, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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 255 decision points cluster between mile 0.7 and 60.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.7 mi into trip
|
~1m in
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East Robinson Street
Turn left onto East Robinson Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
12.7 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Take the exit toward I 240 East, OK 3 East: Fort Smith
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 240 East, OK 3 East: Fort Smith
6
13 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Turn slight right toward I 240 West, US 62 West, OK 3: Lawton
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward I 240 West, US 62 West, OK 3: Lawton
7
22.1 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Take the exit toward I 40 West: Amarillo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 120A
Toward I 40 West: Amarillo
8
60.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m in
Take the exit toward US 281 Spur North: Geary, Watonga
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 108
Toward US 281 Spur North: Geary, Watonga
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$26.62 one way
$53.25 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
60 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $29.23 | $58.47 |
| premium | $4.89 | $32.77 | $65.55 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $37.60 | $75.20 |
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: 59.6 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 | 51.1 | 0 | $17.88 | $8.17 |
| Efficient EV | 42.6 | 0 | $14.90 | $6.81 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 68.1 | 0 | $23.84 | $10.90 |
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
Alva, OK
Night in Alva on Saturday
Local time
9:46 PM
CDT
Current temp
79°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
8 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
3h 39m 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
~11 min detour
$18
near mile 23.5
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 170.3-mile trip, with no highway driving contributing to the 3-hour, 39-minute duration. The absence of highway mileage means you'll be on surface streets for the entirety of your journey. This type of route often involves more frequent turns and variable speed limits as you pass through towns and rural areas. Without a designated longest uninterrupted stretch, be prepared for a dynamic driving experience that requires constant attention to navigation and road conditions. It's a route that keeps you engaged with the local scenery and infrastructure.
36% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
40 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 38 mi on Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near East Robinson Street.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 25 significant decision points across 170.3 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (East Robinson Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 12.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Norman, OK to Alva, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Watonga along the way.
Watonga
60.6 mi in
|
~1h 10m
About the Cities
Starting in Norman, OK
Full guide →Norman is a city in the Frontier Country region of Oklahoma and in Cleveland County. With a population of 128,000 (2020), it is the third largest city in the state and is home to the University of Oklahoma (popularly known as OU), the state's largest and flagship 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 3h 39m. Total distance: 170.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 39m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 38 miles on Korean War Veterans 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.
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 Alva, OK before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (East Robinson Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 12.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13 miles: 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.
Possible but tiring. At 3.7 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Alva, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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