Spanning 104.3 miles across the Oklahoma Great Plains, this drive from Stillwater to Ada is an efficient trek you can easily complete in a single day. You should budget approximately 2 hours and 7 minutes of total travel time, making it a manageable journey for those looking to reach their destination without an overnight stay. With fuel costs estimated at around $16, the trip remains an affordable option for travelers. Since both cities are located within the same region, you will experience a consistent landscape throughout the trek. This route is best suited for drivers who prefer a direct, local transit over major highway corridors. It serves as a straightforward connection between two central Oklahoma hubs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
52.2 miles from Stillwater, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 4m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
South Jardot Road
73.1 mi
1h 26m
OK 3W
19.7 mi
24m
South Perkins Road
9 mi
11m
North Main Street
1.2 mi
2m
East 116th Street
0.9 mi
1m
East 6th Avenue
0.4 mi
1m
East Main Street
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Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
South Jardot Road
— 73.1 mi, about 1h 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stillwater, OK and Ada, OK.
1
Start on OK 51
0.4 mi·1 min·East 6th Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
Turn right onto US 177
9.0 mi·11 min·South Perkins Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
At end of road, turn left onto OK 33; CR EW71; US 177
0.9 mi·1 min·East 116th Street
Use the left lane.
4
Turn slight right
302 ft·5 sec
5
Turn straight onto US 177
1.2 mi·2 min·North Main Street
6
Continue on US 177
73 mi·1 hr 26 min·South Jardot Road
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
7
Continue on OK 3W
8.8 mi·9 min·OK 3W
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Continue on OK 3W
3.9 mi·4 min·OK 3W
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Continue on OK 3W
7.0 mi·9 min·OK 3W
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Arrive at destination
East Main Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time based on your personal schedule. With no mandatory stops built into the 2-hour and 7-minute duration, you can push through the entire 104.3 miles in one go if you prefer. Keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of the route means you should stay alert at every intersection and junction. Given that you will be navigating local roads, ensure your vehicle is fueled up before you leave Stillwater, as you will be relying on local infrastructure for the duration of the trip. Checking your navigation tools ahead of time is wise, as you will be shifting between South Jardot Road, OK 3W, and South Perkins Road throughout the drive.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 52.2 miles from Stillwater, OK, or about 1h 4m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 73.1 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 23 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 52.2 miles or 1h 4m 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 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Ada, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Stillwater, 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 Stillwater, OK
This is one driving day of about 104.3 miles and 2h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Stillwater, OK.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on South Jardot Road for about 73.1 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
3 of 3
3 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 9.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|OK 51 / East 6th Avenue
Depart onto OK 51 / East 6th Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
0.4 mi into trip|~1m in|US 177 / South Perkins Road
Turn right onto US 177 / South Perkins Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
9.4 mi into trip|~12m in|OK 33; CR EW71; US 177 / East 116th Street
At end of road, turn left onto OK 33; CR EW71; US 177 / East 116th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.31 one way
$32.61 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg37 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$17.90
$35.81
premium
$4.89
$20.07
$40.14
diesel
$5.61
$23.03
$46.06
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
31.3
0
$10.95
$5.01
Efficient EV
26.1
0
$9.13
$4.17
EV Truck/SUV
41.7
0
$14.60
$6.68
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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 13, 2026
Origin
Stillwater, OK
Late night
in Stillwater on Sunday
Local time
2:33 AM
CDT
Current temp
86°F
Mostly Sunny
SSW 14 to 20 mph13% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Ada, OK
Late night
in Ada on Sunday
Local time
2:33 AM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
64°F
Meeker, OK
52 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
29 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
2h 7m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Chickasaw National Recreation Area
National Recreation Area
Springs, streams, lakes - whatever its form, water is the attraction at Chickasaw National Recreation Area.
28 mi from route
~70 min detour
Free
near mile 100.7
The outdoor symbolic memorial is a place of quiet reflection, honoring victims, survivors, rescuers, and all who were changed forever on April 19, 1995. It encompasses the now sacred soil where the Al...
29 mi from route
~73 min detour
$18
near mile 46.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that prioritizes backroads over high-speed interstate travel. Because this route has a highway share of 0%, your focus will remain on navigating local infrastructure rather than maintaining cruising speeds on a freeway. You will spend the bulk of your time on South Jardot Road, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 73.1 miles. Transitioning between South Jardot Road, OK 3W, and South Perkins Road requires active attention, as the path relies entirely on these secondary thoroughfares. This setup provides a distinct, hands-on driving experience that differs significantly from the typical monotonous interstate grind.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 73.1 mi on South Jardot Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near OK 51 / East 6th Avenue.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Stillwater, OK to Ada, OK is easy. At 2h 7m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (OK 51 / East 6th Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.4 miles (US 177 / South Perkins Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.4 miles (OK 33; CR EW71; US 177 / East 116th Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,111 ft896 ft
Total Climb
520 ft
Total Descent
404 ft
Highest Point
1,111 ft
~52.2 mi in
Elevation Range
215 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 7m. Total distance: 104.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 73.1 miles on South Jardot Road. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (OK 51 / East 6th Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.4 miles (US 177 / South Perkins Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.4 miles (OK 33; CR EW71; US 177 / East 116th Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Chickasaw National Recreation Area and 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 Ada, OK before heading back.
