Origin
Sperry, OK
Late night in Sperry on Sunday
Local time
2:30 AM
CDT
Current temp
75°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
3h 39m
Distance
202.5 mi
326 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$32
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sperry, OK
Rizky Sabriansyah
Lawton, OK
Wikimedia Commons
This 202.5-mile drive from Sperry, Oklahoma, to Lawton, Oklahoma, is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in a single day, taking approximately 3 hours and 39 minutes. Primarily utilizing the Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike and Harry E. Bailey Turnpike, with a portion on Will Rogers Expressway, this route is almost entirely highway driving at 95%. With an estimated fuel cost of $32, it’s an economical trip. You'll be traversing the Great Plains region throughout, so expect expansive, open landscapes. This route is ideal for a day trip, offering a direct path between the two Oklahoma cities without the need for an overnight stop.
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
101.2 miles from Sperry, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 49m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike | 86.6 mi | 1h 25m |
| Harry E. Bailey Turnpike | 60.9 mi | 1h 1m |
| Will Rogers Expressway | 23.5 mi | 28m |
| OK 11 | 5.8 mi | 9m |
| Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway | 5.7 mi | 6m |
| Pioneer Expressway | 5 mi | 5m |
| World War II Veterans Memorial Highway | 4.2 mi | 4m |
| L. L. Tisdale Parkway | 3.4 mi | 4m |
Step-by-step road directions between Sperry, OK and Lawton, OK.
Start on West Main Street
Turn left onto North Cincinnati Avenue
Turn left onto East Main Street
Turn straight onto OK 11
Continue on OK 11
Turn right onto East 46th Street North
Turn left onto North Martin Luther King, Junior Boulevard East
Turn right onto East 36th Street North
Turn left onto CR LL
Keep slight left at fork onto CR LL
Merge onto I 244
Keep slight right at fork onto I 244
Merge 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
Continue on I 44; US 62; US 277; US 281
Continue on I 44; US 62; US 277; US 281
Take the exit onto US 281 Business
Turn left onto Southwest Gore Boulevard
Arrive at destination
Given the manageable 3-hour and 39-minute duration for this 202.5-mile trip, you have plenty of flexibility. Consider an early morning departure from Sperry to maximize your daylight hours and arrive in Lawton with time to spare. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost estimated at $32, planning is minimal. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longest stretch of 86.6 miles on the Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike, as services can be spaced out on turnpike routes. This direct, highway-focused drive makes it easy to adjust your schedule on the fly.
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.
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 45 miles or 53m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 101.2 miles or 1h 49m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lawton, OK than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Sperry, 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 Sperry, OK
This is one driving day of about 202.5 miles and 3h 39m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
101 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 45 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 101.2 miles from Sperry, 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 11.8 and 125.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Keep slight left at fork onto CR LL / L. L. Tisdale Parkway toward I 244 West, US 64 East, OK 51 East: Broken Arrow, Oklahoma City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork onto I 244 / Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway toward I 244 West: Oklahoma City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit onto I 44 toward I 35 South, I 44 West, OK 66 West: Dallas, Lawton
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
Regular Gas
$31.66 one way
$63.32 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $34.76 | $69.52 |
| premium | $4.89 | $38.97 | $77.94 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $44.71 | $89.42 |
Estimated Tolls: $8.60
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
$32
Tolls
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$65–$90
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 70.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 60.8 | 0 | $21.26 | $9.72 |
| Efficient EV | 50.6 | 0 | $17.72 | $8.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 81 | 1 | $28.35 | $12.96 |
Gas CO2
71 kg
EV CO2
24 kg (66% 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
Late night in Sperry on Sunday
Local time
2:30 AM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Destination
Late night in Lawton on Sunday
Local time
2:30 AM
CDT
Current temp
56°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 experience for the vast majority of this 202.5-mile trip, with 95% of the drive on major turnpikes and expressways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 86.6 miles on the Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike, allowing for extended periods of steady driving. This profile suggests a route designed for efficient travel, characterized by consistent speed limits and minimal traffic disruptions. The journey is largely about covering ground smoothly and directly, rather than winding through local roads or experiencing frequent changes in scenery.
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 11.8 miles in near CR LL / L. L. Tisdale Parkway.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 202.5 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 11.8 miles (CR LL / L. L. Tisdale Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 15.1 miles (I 244 / Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 105 miles (I 44): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 Sperry, OK and Lawton, OK, road signs point toward Oklahoma City and Amarillo.
Oklahoma City
Amarillo
Lawton is in the Great Plains Country region of southwest Oklahoma.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 39m. Total distance: 202.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 39m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). 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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