Origin
Rush Springs, OK
Late night in Rush Springs on Sunday
Local time
2:43 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rush Springs, OK to Moore, OK
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 2m
Distance
54.5 mi
88 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 57m
★
6 AM
1h 2m
8 AM
1h 12m
10 AM
1h 6m
12 PM
1h 5m
3 PM
1h 6m
5 PM
1h 12m
8 PM
0h 59m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rush Springs, OK
Petr Ganaj
Moore, OK
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Trip Overview
This 54.5-mile drive from Rush Springs to Moore, Oklahoma, is a straightforward trip that typically takes just over an hour. Designed for a single day, it's an easy excursion with no need to break it up. You'll spend most of your time on the Harry E. Bailey Turnpike and US 81, making it a predominantly highway-focused experience. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $9. As you travel through the Great Plains region of Oklahoma, expect a consistent landscape. This route is ideal for a quick trip when you want to cover ground efficiently without extensive planning.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Harry E. Bailey Turnpike | 26.5 mi | 24m |
| US 81 | 17.3 mi | 20m |
| Southwest 134th Street | 4.5 mi | 7m |
| Will Rogers Expressway | 3.3 mi | 3m |
| Southwest 4th Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Blakeley Avenue | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| South Broadway Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| OK 37 | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
— 26.5 mi, about 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rush Springs, OK and Moore, OK.
1
Start on OK 17
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
Blakeley Avenue
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
2
Turn right onto US 81
3.9 mi
·
4 min
·
US 81
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
3
Continue on US 81
13 mi
·
16 min
·
US 81
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
Toward I 44 East: Oklahoma City
Use the right lane.
5
Merge onto I 44
26 mi
·
24 min
·
Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on I 44; US 62
3.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Will Rogers Expressway
Use the straight / sharp right lanes.
7
Take the exit onto OK 37
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
OK 37
Exit 110
Toward OK 37 East: Southwest 134th Street, Moore
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Turn right onto OK 37
4.5 mi
·
7 min
·
Southwest 134th Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
9
Continue on OK 37
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Southwest 4th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
At end of road, turn left onto South Broadway Street
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
South Broadway Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Arrive at destination
North Broadway Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.2 miles from Rush Springs, 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 75 decision points cluster between mile 17.8 and 54.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
17.8 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Take the exit toward I 44 East: Oklahoma City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 44 East: Oklahoma City
5
18.2 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
I 44 / Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
Merge onto I 44 / Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
48 mi into trip
|
~50m in
|
OK 37
Take the exit onto OK 37 toward OK 37 East: Southwest 134th Street, Moore
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 110
Toward OK 37 East: Southwest 134th Street, Moor...
5
48.2 mi into trip
|
~51m in
|
OK 37 / Southwest 134th Street
Turn right onto OK 37 / Southwest 134th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
7
54.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
|
South Broadway Street
At end of road, turn left onto South Broadway Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.52 one way
$17.04 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $9.36 | $18.71 |
| premium | $4.89 | $10.49 | $20.98 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.03 | $24.07 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.85
Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
(26.5 mi)
$1.85
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Tolls
$2
Total
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.3 | 0 | $5.72 | $2.62 |
| Efficient EV | 13.6 | 0 | $4.77 | $2.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.8 | 0 | $7.63 | $3.49 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Moore, OK
Late night in Moore on Sunday
Local time
2:43 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
3 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
1h 2m 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?
Prepare for a highway-centric experience on this 54.5-mile route, with 87% of your journey on major roads like the Harry E. Bailey Turnpike and US 81. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 26.5 miles on the turnpike, offering a chance to settle into a steady pace. Southwest 134th Street marks the final segment, transitioning you towards your destination. This drive is characterized by its efficiency, prioritizing forward momentum over varied scenery. You'll find yourself on well-maintained roads designed for smooth travel.
87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 26.5 mi on Harry E. Bailey Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Harry E. Bailey Turnpike and US 81. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 17.8 miles in.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 2m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 17.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 18.2 miles (I 44 / Harry E. Bailey Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 48 miles (OK 37): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
About the Cities
Arriving in Moore, OK
Full guide →Moore is in the Frontier Country region of Oklahoma and a suburb of Oklahoma City.
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 1h 2m. Total distance: 54.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 26.5 miles on Harry E. Bailey Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.85 in tolls one way, starting with Harry E. Bailey 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.
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 17.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 18.2 miles (I 44 / Harry E. Bailey Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 48 miles (OK 37): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Moore, 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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