Origin
Oklahoma City, OK
Late night in Oklahoma City on Sunday
Local time
2:36 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Oklahoma City, OK to Norman, OK
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
29m
Distance
20.1 mi
32 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 27m
★
6 AM
0h 29m
8 AM
0h 34m
10 AM
0h 31m
12 PM
0h 30m
3 PM
0h 31m
5 PM
0h 34m
8 PM
0h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Oklahoma City, OK
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Norman, OK
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Trip Overview
Traveling the 20.1 miles from Oklahoma City to Norman is a quick, straightforward journey that typically takes about 29 minutes. Because both cities are firmly within the Great Plains, you will experience a consistent landscape throughout the entire trip. This drive is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, requiring no overnight stays or complex logistics. With an estimated fuel cost of just $3, it is an incredibly budget-friendly commute. Whether you are heading south for business or a change of scenery, the simplicity of this route makes it a stress-free transition between these two Oklahoma hubs.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Helen Cole Memorial Highway | 6.8 mi | 7m |
| World War I Veterans Memorial Highway | 5.2 mi | 6m |
| US 77 | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| Centennial Expressway | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| West Robinson Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| North Porter Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Doctor James E. and Representative Mina M. Hibdon Memorial Highway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| North Robinson Avenue | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Helen Cole Memorial Highway
— 6.8 mi, about 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oklahoma City, OK and Norman, OK.
1
Start on North Robinson Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Robinson Avenue
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
2
Turn right onto Northwest 5th Street
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
Northwest 5th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Keep slight left at fork onto Northeast 5th Street
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Northeast 5th Street
Use the straight lane.
4
Take the ramp
66 ft
·
1 sec
Toward I 235
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward I 235 South, US 77 South
Use the straight lane.
6
Merge onto I 235; US 77
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Centennial Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 35; US 62; US 77
5.2 mi
·
6 min
·
World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on I 35; US 77
6.8 mi
·
7 min
·
Helen Cole Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on I 35; US 77
0.5 mi
·
35 sec
·
Doctor James E. and Representative Mina M. Hibdon Memorial Highway
10
Take the exit onto US 77
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
US 77
Exit 113
Toward US 77 South
Use the slight left lane.
11
Enter roundabout onto North Flood Avenue
76 ft
·
1 sec
·
North Flood Avenue
12
Continue on North Flood Avenue
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
North Flood Avenue
13
Turn left onto West Robinson Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Robinson Street
Use the left lane.
14
Turn right onto North Porter Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North Porter Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Turn right onto East Gray Street
464 ft
·
21 sec
·
East Gray Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Turn left onto North Crawford Avenue
403 ft
·
21 sec
·
North Crawford Avenue
17
Turn left onto East Main Street
355 ft
·
12 sec
·
East Main Street
18
Arrive at destination
East Main Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 135 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 14.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Northwest 5th Street
Turn right onto Northwest 5th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
0.6 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Northeast 5th Street
Keep slight left at fork onto Northeast 5th Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
0.8 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 235
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 235
9
0.8 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 235 South, US 77 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 235 South, US 77 South
7
14.6 mi into trip
|
~19m in
|
US 77
Take the exit onto US 77 toward US 77 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 113
Toward US 77 South
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.14 one way
$6.28 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $3.45 | $6.90 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.87 | $7.74 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.44 | $8.88 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6 | 0 | $2.11 | $0.96 |
| Efficient EV | 5 | 0 | $1.76 | $0.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8 | 0 | $2.81 | $1.29 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Norman, OK
Late night in Norman on Sunday
Local time
2:36 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°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
12 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
29m 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 local drive that demands your attention more than a typical interstate slog. You will spend roughly 25% of your time on highways, utilizing a combination of the Helen Cole Memorial Highway, the World War I Veterans Memorial Highway, and US 77. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 6.8-mile segment on the Helen Cole Memorial Highway. Because the route relies heavily on local roads, the pace is varied and requires navigating multiple turns rather than cruising in a straight line. Keep your eyes on the road, as the character of the drive shifts periodically as you transition between these key thoroughfares.
Only 25% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 6.8 mi on Helen Cole Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
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 0.4 miles in near Northwest 5th Street.
Driving Effort
9/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 20.1 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 29m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (Northwest 5th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.6 miles (Northeast 5th Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 0.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting 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.
Arriving 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 29m. Total distance: 20.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
29m 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 6.8 miles on Helen Cole 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 Norman, 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 0.4 miles (Northwest 5th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.6 miles (Northeast 5th Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 0.8 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 Norman, 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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