Origin
Union City, OK
Afternoon in Union City on Sunday
Local time
3:23 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Union City, OK to Edmond, OK
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
54m
Distance
45.2 mi
73 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 50m
★
6 AM
0h 55m
8 AM
1h 4m
10 AM
0h 58m
12 PM
0h 57m
3 PM
0h 59m
5 PM
1h 3m
8 PM
0h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Union City, OK
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Edmond, OK
Alan Garzón
Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Union City to Edmond, you are facing a straightforward 45.2-mile journey across the Oklahoma Great Plains. Expect to spend about 54 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal candidate for a simple day trip that requires no overnight stay. You will navigate a mix of local roads and major thoroughfares, including the Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway and the John Kilpatrick Turnpike. With a fuel budget of approximately $7, the trip is highly economical for most vehicles. This route offers a practical connection between these two Oklahoma communities without the need for complex planning.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| John Kilpatrick Turnpike | 19.1 mi | 20m |
| Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway | 10.9 mi | 10m |
| Main Street | 7.3 mi | 8m |
| South Broadway | 2.6 mi | 5m |
| Northwest 10th Street | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Broadway Extension | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Division Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North Czech Hall Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
John Kilpatrick Turnpike
— 19.1 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Union City, OK and Edmond, OK.
1
Start on Division Street
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
Division Street
2
Turn left onto US 81
7.3 mi
·
8 min
·
Main Street
3
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
Toward I 40 East, US 270 East: Oklahoma City
4
Merge onto I 40; US 270
11 mi
·
10 min
·
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 137
Toward Cornwell Drive, Czech Hall Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork
117 ft
·
9 sec
7
Turn left onto North Czech Hall Road
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
North Czech Hall Road
8
Turn right onto Northwest 10th Street
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Northwest 10th Street
9
Continue on Northwest 10th Street
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Northwest 10th Street
10
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Toward I 344 East
11
Merge onto I 344
19 mi
·
20 min
·
John Kilpatrick Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward US 77 North: Edmond
Use the sharp right lane.
13
Merge onto US 77
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Broadway Extension
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on US Historic 66; US 77
2.6 mi
·
5 min
·
South Broadway
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Turn right onto US Historic 66; US 77
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
East 2nd Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Arrive at destination
US Historic 66; US 77
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.6 miles from Union City, 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 125 decision points cluster between mile 7.5 and 45 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
7.5 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Take the exit toward I 40 East, US 270 East: Oklahoma City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 40 East, US 270 East: Oklahoma City
5
8 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
I 40; US 270 / Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 40; US 270 / Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
18.8 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Take the exit toward Cornwell Drive, Czech Hall Road
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 137
Toward Cornwell Drive, Czech Hall Road
6
40.7 mi into trip
|
~46m in
Take the exit toward US 77 North: Edmond
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the sharp right lane.
Toward US 77 North: Edmond
6
45 mi into trip
|
~54m in
|
US Historic 66; US 77 / East 2nd Street
Turn right onto US Historic 66; US 77 / East 2nd Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.07 one way
$14.13 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $7.76 | $15.52 |
| premium | $4.89 | $8.70 | $17.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.98 | $19.96 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.95
Kilpatrick Turnpike
(19.1 mi)
$0.95
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Tolls
$1
Total
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.6 | 0 | $4.75 | $2.17 |
| Efficient EV | 11.3 | 0 | $3.96 | $1.81 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.1 | 0 | $6.33 | $2.89 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Edmond, OK
Afternoon in Edmond on Sunday
Local time
3:23 PM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
58°F
Bethany, OK
23 mi in
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
4 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
54m 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?
This drive presents a mixed profile, transitioning from local streets like Main Street onto faster, multi-lane highways. About 42% of your time will be spent on highways, providing a balanced experience between suburban navigation and open-road cruising. You will encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch along the John Kilpatrick Turnpike, which accounts for 19.1 miles of the trip. The road personality shifts as you move between these thoroughfares, offering a varied pace that keeps the drive engaging. Expect a steady, efficient flow as you transition from the smaller roads of Union City toward the busier corridors surrounding Edmond.
42% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 19.1 mi on John Kilpatrick Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 7.5 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 12 decision points packed into just 45.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 54m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 7.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8 miles (I 40; US 270 / Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 18.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 54m. Total distance: 45.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (42%). 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 19.1 miles on John Kilpatrick Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.95 in tolls one way, starting with Kilpatrick 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 Edmond, OK before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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 7.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8 miles (I 40; US 270 / Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 18.8 miles: 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 Edmond, 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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