If you are planning a trip from Stillwater to Anadarko, you are looking at a manageable 123.3-mile journey across the Great Plains. You can expect to spend about 2 hours and 22 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. Budgeting approximately $19 for fuel should cover your needs for the one-way transit. The route relies on a combination of the Harry E. Bailey Turnpike, the Will Rogers Expressway, and the World War II Veterans Memorial Highway. Because the drive is straightforward and relatively short, there is no need to worry about booking an overnight stay unless you have extra time to explore the destination.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
61.6 miles from Stillwater, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 11m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
24.2 mi
22m
Will Rogers Expressway
23.5 mi
28m
World War II Veterans Memorial Highway
19.5 mi
20m
OK 9
16.5 mi
22m
Sammy Davis, Junior Drive
11.6 mi
13m
Jennifer Lea Briggs and Heather Wilson Memorial Highway
10.3 mi
11m
South Perkins Road
8.9 mi
11m
Shannon Miller Parkway
4.1 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
— 24.2 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stillwater, OK and Anadarko, 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
8.9 mi·11 min·South Perkins Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Turn right
0.1 mi·16 sec
4
Turn right onto OK 33; CR EW71
10 mi·11 min·Jennifer Lea Briggs and Heather Wilson Memorial Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Continue on OK 33
0.3 mi·23 sec·Newt Sexton Memorial Bridge
6
Continue on OK 33
12 mi·13 min·Sammy Davis, Junior Drive
Use the straight / left lanes.
7
Turn left
0.5 mi·1 min
Use the left lane.
8
Merge onto I 35
15 mi·14 min·World War II Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on I 35; US 77
4.1 mi·4 min·Shannon Miller Parkway
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on I 35; OK 66
5.0 mi·5 min·World War II Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
11
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.
12
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.
13
Continue on I 44
24 mi·22 min·Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
Toward I 44 West: Chickasha, LawtonUse the straight lane.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi·38 sec
Exit 83Toward US 62: Chickasha, AnadarkoUse the slight right lane.
15
Turn right onto OK 9; US 62; US 277
0.1 mi·9 sec·Carpenter Drive
Toward Chickasha, AnadarkoUse the straight / right lanes.
16
Continue on OK 9; US 62; US 277
3.0 mi·3 min·East Choctaw Avenue
Use the straight / left lanes.
17
Continue on OK 9; US 62; US 81
7.4 mi·11 min·OK 9; US 62; US 81
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Continue on OK 9; US 62
0.2 mi·16 sec·OK 9; US 62
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
19
Continue on OK 9; US 62
367 ft·6 sec·OK 9; US 62
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
20
Continue on OK 9; US 62
8.9 mi·10 min·OK 9; US 62
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
21
Turn left onto OK 8; US 281
26 ft·0 sec·South 1st Street
Use the left lane.
22
Arrive at destination
OK 8; US 281
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour and 22-minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time around traffic or personal preference. Since there are no mandatory stops listed, you can easily tackle the entire 123.3 miles in one go without needing to plan an extended break. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before leaving Stillwater, as having your $19 budget ready for a quick fill-up will ensure you reach Anadarko without any unnecessary stress. Because you are navigating multiple major routes, ensure your navigation app is updated to handle the transitions between the turnpike and the various memorial highways. Taking this trip in one day allows you to maximize your time once you arrive at your destination.
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 61.6 miles from Stillwater, OK, or about 1h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 24.2 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 27 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 61.6 miles or 1h 11m 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 53m
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 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 123.3 miles and 2h 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Stillwater, OK.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Harry E. Bailey Turnpike for about 24.2 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 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 103.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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.
9
55.7 mi into trip|~1h 4m 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
71.3 mi into trip|~1h 23m 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
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103.4 mi into trip|~1h 55m 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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103.6 mi into trip|~1h 56m 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
$19.28 one way
$38.55 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg43 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$21.16
$42.33
premium
$4.89
$23.73
$47.46
diesel
$5.61
$27.22
$54.45
Estimated Tolls: $1.69
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
$19
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 43.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
37
0
$12.95
$5.92
Efficient EV
30.8
0
$10.79
$4.93
EV Truck/SUV
49.3
0
$17.26
$7.89
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
14 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 Tuesday
Local time
3:09 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Partly Cloudy
S 15 mph5% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Anadarko, OK
Late night
in Anadarko on Tuesday
Local time
3:09 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°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
13 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 22m 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.
Oklahoma City National Memorial
National Memorial
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip offers a mixed driving profile, balancing major thoroughfares with stretches of local roadway. Highway travel accounts for 55% of the total distance, providing a steady pace for a good portion of your time on the road. You will encounter varying road conditions, with the longest uninterrupted segment being a 24.2-mile stretch on the Harry E. Bailey Turnpike. As you move between the segments of the Will Rogers Expressway and the World War II Veterans Memorial Highway, the rhythm of the drive shifts from high-speed transit to more standard highway cruising. It is a functional drive that requires your attention as the road personality changes from turnpike to regional highway.
55% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 24.2 mi on Harry E. Bailey Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near US 177 / South Perkins Road.
Driving Effort6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 123.3 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (US 177 / South Perkins Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 55.7 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 71.3 miles (I 44 / Will Rogers Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,287 ft896 ft
Total Climb
391 ft
Total Descent
0 ft
Highest Point
1,287 ft
~88 mi in
Elevation Range
391 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Stillwater, OK and Anadarko, OK, road signs point toward Amarillo, Lawton and Chickasha.
Stillwater, in the Frontier Country region of Oklahoma, is home to Oklahoma State University (OSU). It has a distinct small town feel combined with a uniquely welcoming mid-west atmosphere, and OSU brings a young diverse population further enriching the city's culture. The population of 50,000 (2019) varies depending on the time of year from a peak during OSU's homecoming football weekend to the less crowded summer when most students are on break. Stillwater has several districts each with their own unique atmosphere and places to enjoy. Whether you are looking to shop in Downtown Stillwater's boutique shops, enjoy outdoor recreation on the edge of town, or wanting to live it up at a famous bar on The Strip, Stillwater has a place for everyone.
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 22m. Total distance: 123.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (55%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 24.2 miles on Harry E. Bailey Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.69 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.
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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (US 177 / South Perkins Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 55.7 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 71.3 miles (I 44 / Will Rogers Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Anadarko, OK before heading back.
