Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jun 3, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
28m
Distance
20.9 mi
34 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Verdigris, OK
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Hisle, OK
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This short, 20.9-mile drive from Verdigris to Hisle, Oklahoma, is easily manageable in about 28 minutes, making it perfect for a quick leg of your journey or a day trip. You'll primarily be on Clem McSpadden Highway, OK 66, and Admiral Joe "Jocko" Clark Trailways, with about 42% of the drive on highways. With a modest estimated fuel cost of just $3, this route offers an economical way to travel within the Great Plains region of Oklahoma. Since there are no recommended stops, you can enjoy a continuous drive, arriving at your destination with plenty of time for other activities.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Clem McSpadden Highway | 10.6 mi | 12m |
| OK 66 | 8.7 mi | 14m |
| Admiral Joe "Jocko" Clark Trailways | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| CR S4110 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| CR E540 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Verdigris, OK and Hisle, OK.
Start on CR E540
Turn right onto CR S4110
Turn left onto OK 66; US Historic 66
Continue on OK 66; US Historic 66
Continue on OK 66; US Historic 66
Arrive at destination
2 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 0.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto CR S4110
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto OK 66; US Historic 66
Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$3.47 one way
$6.95 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $3.79 | $7.57 |
| premium | $5.18 | $4.26 | $8.53 |
| diesel | $5.35 | $4.40 | $8.80 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.3 | 0 | $2.19 | $1.00 |
| Efficient EV | 5.2 | 0 | $1.83 | $0.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.4 | 0 | $2.93 | $1.34 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Afternoon in Verdigris on Wednesday
Local time
3:54 PM
CDT
Current temp
84°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Afternoon in Hisle on Wednesday
Local time
3:54 PM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Mostly Sunny
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
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.
Expect a mixed drive on this route, offering a change of pace from monotonous stretches. While 42% of the journey is on highways, you'll also navigate local roads, providing a more varied driving experience. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 10.6 miles on Clem McSpadden Highway, allowing for a good period of consistent travel. The road's personality shifts as you progress, blending faster sections with more local thoroughfares, keeping your attention without being overly demanding.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CR S4110.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Verdigris, OK to Hisle, OK is easy. At 28m with 42% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CR S4110): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.1 miles (OK 66; US Historic 66): Lane positioning matters here.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
188 ft
Total Descent
53 ft
Highest Point
767 ft
~19.4 mi in
Elevation Range
158 ft
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 28m. Total distance: 20.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (42%). Straightforward navigation.
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 USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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