Origin
Owasso, OK
Night in Owasso on Saturday
Local time
9:46 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°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
2h 52m
Distance
162.2 mi
261 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$25
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Owasso, OK
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Chickasha, OK
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This 162.2-mile drive from Owasso, OK to Chickasha, OK will take approximately 2 hours and 52 minutes. Primarily a highway-focused journey, 88% of this route is on major highways, including stretches of the Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike and Harry E. Bailey Turnpike. With a fuel cost estimated at $25 and a longest uninterrupted stretch of 86.6 miles, this trip is easily manageable as a single-day adventure. You'll be traveling within the Great Plains region of Oklahoma for the entire duration, making for a consistent driving experience. This route offers a straightforward way to get from point A to point B efficiently.
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
81.1 miles from Owasso, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 26m into the drive .
| 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 |
| 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 | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| Sergeant Jeffrey Lee Drake Memorial Highway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Owasso, OK and Chickasha, OK.
Start on North Main Street
Turn left onto East 76th Street North
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 169
Continue on US 169
Continue on US 169
Take the exit
Merge onto I 44; OK 66
Keep slight left at fork onto I 44; OK 66
Continue on I 44
Take the exit onto I 44
Merge onto I 35; I 44; OK 66
Keep slight right at fork onto I 44; OK 66
Keep slight right at fork onto I 44
Continue on I 44
Take the exit
Turn right onto OK 9; US 62; US 277
Continue on OK 9; US 62; US 277
Arrive at destination
Given the 2-hour 52-minute duration and 162.2-mile distance, departing in the morning is ideal to maximize your time in Chickasha. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost of around $25, planning is straightforward. The longest stretch on the Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike is substantial, so ensure you have fuel before embarking on that segment. Due to the predominantly highway nature of this route, you'll find plenty of opportunities for quick rest stops if needed, but the drive is short enough that you can push through if you prefer. Keep an eye out for mileage markers to gauge your progress on the longer turnpike sections.
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 36 miles or 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 81.1 miles or 1h 26m 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 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Chickasha, OK than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Owasso, OK so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 162.2 miles and 2h 52m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
81 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 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 81.1 miles from Owasso, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 86.6 miles.
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 9.2 and 160.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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
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
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
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
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
Regular Gas
$25.36 one way
$50.72 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $27.84 | $55.68 |
| premium | $4.89 | $31.21 | $62.43 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $35.81 | $71.62 |
Estimated Tolls: $6.02
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
$25
Tolls
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 56.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 48.7 | 0 | $17.03 | $7.79 |
| Efficient EV | 40.6 | 0 | $14.19 | $6.49 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 64.9 | 0 | $22.71 | $10.38 |
Gas CO2
57 kg
EV CO2
19 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Owasso on Saturday
Local time
9:46 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Destination
Night in Chickasha on Saturday
Local time
9:46 PM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
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.
Expect a highway-focused drive for the most part on this trip, with 88% of the 162.2 miles utilizing major roadways like the Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike and the Harry E. Bailey Turnpike. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 86.6 miles on the Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike, meaning you can settle in for a good period of steady driving. This profile suggests a consistent pace with limited interruptions from local traffic or slower roads. The character of the drive is largely about covering distance efficiently on well-maintained highways.
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.
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 15 significant decision points across 162.2 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.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Owasso, OK and Chickasha, OK, road signs point toward Lawton and Amarillo.
Lawton
Amarillo
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 52m. Total distance: 162.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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