Spanning 118.4 miles across the Oklahoma Great Plains, this drive from Verdigris to Edmond is a straightforward trip that typically takes about 1 hour and 51 minutes. You will primarily navigate via the Skelly Bypass, the Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike, and I-35 North. Because the journey is relatively short, it functions perfectly as a simple day trip that requires no overnight stops. Budgeting approximately $18 for fuel should comfortably cover the distance between these two points. Whether you are heading to the Edmond area for business or leisure, the route offers a reliable transit path without the need for complex multi-day planning.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
59.2 miles from Verdigris, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 6m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike
86.5 mi
1h 25m
Skelly Bypass
15 mi
18m
OK 66
13.4 mi
20m
Shannon Miller Parkway
2.7 mi
3m
World War II Veterans Memorial Highway
0.4 mi
<1m
CR S4110
<0.1 mi
<1m
CR E540
<0.1 mi
<1m
East 2nd Street
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Longest stretch:
Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike
— 86.5 mi, about 1h 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Verdigris, OK and Edmond, OK.
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Start on CR E540
112 ft·6 sec·CR E540
2
Turn right onto CR S4110
324 ft·11 sec·CR S4110
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
3
Turn right onto OK 66; US Historic 66
5.2 mi·7 min·OK 66; US Historic 66
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
4
Continue on OK 66
0.6 mi·1 min·OK 66
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Continue on OK 66
4.3 mi·5 min·OK 66
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 44; OK 66
14 mi·17 min·Skelly Bypass
Toward I 44 West, OK 66 West: Sapulpa, Oklahoma CityUse the slight left lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 44; OK 66
1.1 mi·1 min·Skelly Bypass
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on I 44
87 mi·1 hr 25 min·Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike
Toward I 44 West: Oklahoma CityUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi·22 sec
Toward I 35 North, OK 66 East: Wichita, Sooner RoadUse the right lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·20 sec
Toward I 35 North, OK 66 East: WichitaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto I 35; OK 66
0.4 mi·25 sec·World War II Veterans Memorial Highway
12
Continue on I 35; OK 66
2.7 mi·3 min·Shannon Miller Parkway
Use the straight lane.
13
Take the exit onto OK 66
3.4 mi·6 min·OK 66
Exit 141Toward OK 66 East, US 77 South: Southeast 2nd StreetUse the slight right lane.
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Arrive at destination
US Historic 66; US 77
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick trip under two hours, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Aim to avoid peak commute hours near Edmond to ensure the smoothest arrival. With no mandatory stops required for a drive of this length, you can easily complete the journey in a single push. However, keep your $18 fuel budget in mind before you leave Verdigris to avoid unnecessary refueling stops along the turnpike. A smart tip for this specific route is to keep your toll pass or payment method ready, as the Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike requires active navigation and toll management.
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 59.2 miles from Verdigris, OK, or about 1h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 86.5 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 26 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 59.2 miles or 1h 6m 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 43m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Edmond, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Verdigris, 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 Verdigris, OK
This is one driving day of about 118.4 miles and 2h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Verdigris, OK.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike for about 86.5 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 9
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 115 — 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|CR S4110
Turn right onto CR S4110
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
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10.1 mi into trip|~13m in|I 44; OK 66 / Skelly Bypass
Keep slight left at fork onto I 44; OK 66 / Skelly Bypass toward I 44 West, OK 66 West: Sapulpa, Oklahoma City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 44 West, OK 66 West: Sapulpa, Oklahoma...
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111.6 mi into trip|~1h 58m in
Take the exit toward I 35 North, OK 66 East: Wichita, Sooner Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward I 35 North, OK 66 East: Wichita, Sooner...
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111.8 mi into trip|~1h 58m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 35 North, OK 66 East: Wichita
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 35 North, OK 66 East: Wichita
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115 mi into trip|~2h 2m in|OK 66
Take the exit onto OK 66 toward OK 66 East, US 77 South: Southeast 2nd Street
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 141
Toward OK 66 East, US 77 South: Southeast 2nd S...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.51 one way
$37.02 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg41 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$20.32
$40.65
premium
$4.89
$22.79
$45.57
diesel
$5.61
$26.14
$52.28
Estimated Tolls: $4.33
Turner Turnpike
(86.5 mi)$4.33
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
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 41.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
35.5
0
$12.43
$5.68
Efficient EV
29.6
0
$10.36
$4.74
EV Truck/SUV
47.4
0
$16.58
$7.58
Gas CO2
41 kg
EV CO2
14 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Verdigris, OK
Night
in Verdigris on Saturday
Local time
11:17 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Edmond, OK
Night
in Edmond on Saturday
Local time
11:17 PM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°F
Bristow, OK
59 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
15 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 9m 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.
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...
11 mi from route
~28 min detour
$18
near mile 110.3
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 as you transition between these regional hubs. Unlike a monotonous interstate grind, this route requires your attention as you maneuver through various interchanges and transition from the Skelly Bypass onto the turnpike system. You will find that the road surface and traffic density shift as you move toward the I-35 corridor. While the drive is compact, the technical nature of these local roads keeps the experience engaging for the driver. You won't find long, uninterrupted stretches of highway here, so plan to stay alert through the various road segments.
87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 86.5 mi on Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike and Skelly Bypass. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CR S4110.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 118.4 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: near the start (CR S4110): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.1 miles (I 44; OK 66 / Skelly Bypass): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 111.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Verdigris, OK to Edmond, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Oklahoma City along the way.
Oklahoma City
10.1 mi in|~13m|via I 44; OK 66
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 9m. Total distance: 118.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 86.5 miles on Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $4.33 in tolls one way, starting with Turner 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.
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: near the start (CR S4110): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.1 miles (I 44; OK 66 / Skelly Bypass): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 111.6 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.
