Origin
Oklahoma, KY
Night in Oklahoma on Saturday
Local time
11:17 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 33m
Distance
71.5 mi
115 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Oklahoma, KY
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Morganfield, KY
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This 71.5-mile drive from Oklahoma, KY to Morganfield, KY is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 33 minutes. The route primarily utilizes the Audubon Parkway, with portions on South Green Street and Main Street. With an estimated fuel cost of $11, this is an economical option for a short excursion. Since both the origin and destination are in the Southeast region of Kentucky, you'll experience a consistent regional feel throughout your journey. This drive offers a straightforward way to connect these two communities without significant time commitment.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
35.8 miles from Oklahoma, KY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 50m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Audubon Parkway | 24 mi | 26m |
| South Green Street | 18.4 mi | 21m |
| Main Street | 8 mi | 14m |
| Wendell Ford Expressway | 7.7 mi | 8m |
| Henderson Bypass | 4.7 mi | 6m |
| KY 54 | 4.7 mi | 9m |
| KY 764 | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| US 41 | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Oklahoma, KY and Morganfield, KY.
Start on KY 764
Turn left onto KY 54; KY 764
Continue on KY 54; KY 142
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 60; US 231
Take the exit
Continue on Audubon Parkway
Continue on Audubon Parkway
Merge onto I 69; US 41
Take the exit onto US 41
Continue on KY 425
Turn left onto US 60
Turn left onto KY 56
Arrive at destination
Given the short duration of just over an hour and a half, you have a lot of flexibility with this trip. Consider departing in the morning to enjoy a full day in Morganfield, or leave later for a relaxed afternoon excursion. With no planned stops, you can make this journey non-stop or add brief pauses as needed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $11; it's always wise to top off before heading out, especially since the longest uninterrupted stretch is 24 miles on the Audubon Parkway.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
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 16 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 35.8 miles or 50m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Morganfield, KY than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Oklahoma, KY so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Oklahoma, KY
This is one driving day of about 71.5 miles and 1h 33m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 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.
A short stop after about 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 35.8 miles from Oklahoma, KY, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.5 and 71.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto KY 54; KY 764 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
Take the exit toward Audubon Parkway West: Henderson
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Take the exit onto US 41 toward US 41 South: Morganfield
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Turn left onto KY 56 / East Main Street
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$11.18 one way
$22.36 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $12.27 | $24.55 |
| premium | $4.89 | $13.76 | $27.52 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.79 | $31.57 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.5 | 0 | $7.51 | $3.43 |
| Efficient EV | 17.9 | 0 | $6.26 | $2.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.6 | 0 | $10.01 | $4.58 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Oklahoma on Saturday
Local time
11:17 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Destination
Night in Morganfield on Saturday
Local time
11:17 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
75°F
Henderson, KY
36 mi in
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
The character of this drive is a mixed bag, with 55% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter a 24-mile stretch on the Audubon Parkway, providing a good opportunity for consistent speed. Beyond the parkway, the route transitions to local roads like South Green Street and Main Street, which will likely offer a different driving pace. This blend means you'll experience both efficient highway travel and more localized navigation as you approach Morganfield.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.5 miles in near KY 54; KY 764 / Main Street.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 33m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.5 miles (KY 54; KY 764 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 14.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 22.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Oklahoma, KY to Morganfield, KY, road signs begin pointing toward Audubon Parkway West: Henderson along the way.
Audubon Parkway West: Henderson
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 33m. Total distance: 71.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 33m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (55%). Straightforward navigation.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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