If you are planning to travel from Owasso to Anadarko, expect a straightforward journey spanning 180.4 miles across the Oklahoma Great Plains. You should budget approximately 3 hours and 17 minutes of drive time, making this an ideal candidate for a single-day trip. With an estimated fuel cost of $27, the route is economically efficient for those looking to traverse the state quickly. You will spend the vast majority of your time on major turnpikes and expressways, ensuring a consistent pace throughout the journey. Because the entire trip stays within the Great Plains region, the landscape remains relatively familiar from start to finish. Whether you are traveling for business or a quick getaway, this highway-focused route is designed for practicality rather than sightseeing.
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
90.2 miles from Owasso, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 35m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike
86.6 mi
1h 25m
Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
24.2 mi
22m
Will Rogers Expressway
23.5 mi
28m
OK 9
16.5 mi
22m
Skelly Bypass
11.9 mi
14m
Pearl Harbor Memorial Expressway
7.3 mi
8m
World War II Veterans Memorial Highway
4.2 mi
4m
East Choctaw Avenue
3 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike
— 86.6 mi, about 1h 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Owasso, OK and Anadarko, OK.
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Start on North Main Street
0.4 mi·1 min·North Main Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
2
Turn left onto East 76th Street North
0.3 mi·1 min·East 76th Street North
Use the left lane.
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·30 sec
Use the right lane.
4
Merge onto US 169
2.8 mi·3 min·Pearl Harbor Memorial Expressway
Use the straight lane.
5
Continue on US 169
0.9 mi·1 min·Sergeant Jeffrey Lee Drake Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on US 169
4.5 mi·5 min·Pearl Harbor Memorial Expressway
Use the straight lane.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi·30 sec
Toward I 44 West, OK 66 West: Oklahoma CityUse the slight right lane.
8
Merge onto I 44; OK 66
11 mi·13 min·Skelly Bypass
Use the straight lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 44; OK 66
1.1 mi·1 min·Skelly Bypass
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on I 44
87 mi·1 hr 25 min·Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike
Toward I 44 West: Oklahoma CityUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit onto I 44
0.5 mi·58 sec·I 44
Toward I 35 South, I 44 West, OK 66 West: Dallas, LawtonUse the straight / slight left lanes.
12
Merge onto I 35; I 44; OK 66
4.2 mi·4 min·World War II Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
13
Keep slight right at fork onto I 44; OK 66
16 mi·19 min·Will Rogers Expressway
Exit 133Toward I 44 West, OK 66 West: Lawton, AmarilloUse the slight right lane.
14
Keep slight right at fork onto I 44
7.9 mi·8 min·Will Rogers Expressway
Toward I 44 West, US 62 West: LawtonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Continue on I 44
24 mi·22 min·Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
Toward I 44 West: Chickasha, LawtonUse the straight lane.
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi·38 sec
Exit 83Toward US 62: Chickasha, AnadarkoUse the slight right lane.
17
Turn right onto OK 9; US 62; US 277
0.1 mi·9 sec·Carpenter Drive
Toward Chickasha, AnadarkoUse the straight / right lanes.
18
Continue on OK 9; US 62; US 277
3.0 mi·3 min·East Choctaw Avenue
Use the straight / left lanes.
19
Continue on OK 9; US 62; US 81
7.4 mi·11 min·OK 9; US 62; US 81
Use the straight / right lanes.
20
Continue on OK 9; US 62
0.2 mi·16 sec·OK 9; US 62
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
21
Continue on OK 9; US 62
367 ft·6 sec·OK 9; US 62
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
22
Continue on OK 9; US 62
8.9 mi·10 min·OK 9; US 62
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
23
Turn left onto OK 8; US 281
26 ft·0 sec·South 1st Street
Use the left lane.
24
Arrive at destination
OK 8; US 281
Trip Plan
Planning your departure is simple since the 3-hour and 17-minute duration offers plenty of flexibility for a one-day excursion. You should budget for at least one stop to stretch your legs and refresh, which will help break up the monotony of the long highway stretches. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before entering the longer turnpike sections, as service intervals can vary. Since you are covering significant ground on the Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike, try to avoid peak commuting hours to ensure the smoothest transit possible. By keeping your pace steady and utilizing the planned stop, you can easily manage the 180.4-mile distance without feeling fatigued upon arrival in Anadarko.
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 90.2 miles from Owasso, OK, or about 1h 35m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 86.6 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 40 miles or 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 90.2 miles or 1h 35m 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 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Anadarko, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Owasso, 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 Owasso, OK
This is one driving day of about 180.4 miles and 3h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 40 miles from Owasso, 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 Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike for about 86.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 17
5 decision points cluster between mile 9.2 and 160.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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9.2 mi into trip|~12m in
Take the exit toward I 44 West, OK 66 West: Oklahoma City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 44 West, OK 66 West: Oklahoma City
9
112.8 mi into trip|~1h 59m in|I 44; OK 66 / Will Rogers Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 44; OK 66 / Will Rogers Expressway toward I 44 West, OK 66 West: Lawton, Amarillo
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 133
Toward I 44 West, OK 66 West: Lawton, Amarillo
8
128.4 mi into trip|~2h 18m in|I 44 / Will Rogers Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 44 / Will Rogers Expressway toward I 44 West, US 62 West: Lawton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 44 West, US 62 West: Lawton
8
160.5 mi into trip|~2h 50m in
Take the exit toward US 62: Chickasha, Anadarko
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 83
Toward US 62: Chickasha, Anadarko
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160.7 mi into trip|~2h 50m in|OK 9; US 62; US 277 / Carpenter Drive
Turn right onto OK 9; US 62; US 277 / Carpenter Drive toward Chickasha, Anadarko
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward Chickasha, Anadarko
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$28.20 one way
$56.41 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg63 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$30.97
$61.93
premium
$4.89
$34.72
$69.43
diesel
$5.61
$39.83
$79.66
Estimated Tolls: $6.02
Turner Turnpike
(86.6 mi)$4.33
Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
(24.2 mi)$1.69
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Tolls
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 63.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
54.1
0
$18.94
$8.66
Efficient EV
45.1
0
$15.79
$7.22
EV Truck/SUV
72.2
0
$25.26
$11.55
Gas CO2
63 kg
EV CO2
21 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Owasso, OK
Night
in Owasso on Saturday
Local time
9:48 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Anadarko, OK
Night
in Anadarko on Saturday
Local time
9:48 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°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
2 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
3h 17m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is defined by its efficiency, with 88% of the route consisting of highway travel. You will navigate a series of major thoroughfares, including the Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike, the Harry E. Bailey Turnpike, and the Will Rogers Expressway. Be prepared for a long, steady stretch behind the wheel, as the longest uninterrupted segment spans 86.6 miles on the Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike. The personality of this road is distinctly fast-paced and functional, prioritizing speed and connectivity over winding backroads. While you shouldn't expect technical driving challenges, the reliance on high-speed turnpikes means you will spend most of your time maintaining a consistent cruising speed as you head toward Anadarko.
88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 86.6 mi on Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike and Harry E. Bailey Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 9.2 miles in.
Driving Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 180.4 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 9.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 112.8 miles (I 44; OK 66 / Will Rogers Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 128.4 miles (I 44 / Will Rogers Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
Between Owasso, OK and Anadarko, OK, road signs point toward Lawton, Amarillo and Chickasha.
Lawton
108.2 mi in|~1h 53m|via I 44
Amarillo
112.8 mi in|~1h 59m|via I 44; OK 66
Chickasha
160.7 mi in|~2h 50m|via OK 9; US 62; US 277
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 17m. Total distance: 180.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 86.6 miles on Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $6.02 in tolls one way, starting with Turner Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
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 Anadarko, 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 9.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 112.8 miles (I 44; OK 66 / Will Rogers Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 128.4 miles (I 44 / Will Rogers Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 3.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Anadarko, OK, but most travelers stay overnight.
