This 85.1-mile drive from Waukomis, OK to Midwest City, OK will take approximately 1 hour and 46 minutes, making it a perfect single-day trip. You'll navigate a mix of local roads and highways, with about 27% of your journey on higher-speed roads. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $13. Both your origin and destination are within the Great Plains region, so expect a consistent landscape. This route is best suited for a single day's travel without the need for an overnight stop.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
42.6 miles from Waukomis, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 51m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
John Deere Road
24.2 mi
30m
42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway
12 mi
14m
US 81
11.5 mi
13m
North Portland Avenue
9.2 mi
10m
Broadway Extension
5 mi
5m
Angie Debo Memorial Highway
5 mi
5m
Centennial Expressway
4.5 mi
5m
John Kilpatrick Turnpike
4 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
John Deere Road
— 24.2 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waukomis, OK and Midwest City, OK.
1
Start on East Euclid Avenue
0.5 mi·47 sec·East Euclid Avenue
2
Turn right onto US 81
11 mi·13 min·US 81
Use the straight lane.
3
Turn left onto OK 51
0.5 mi·1 min·East Jack Choate Avenue
Use the left lane.
4
Continue on OK 51
12 mi·14 min·42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Continue on OK 51; CR 62
5.0 mi·5 min·Angie Debo Memorial Highway
6
Turn right
135 ft·4 sec
7
Turn straight onto OK 74
9.0 mi·10 min·North Portland Avenue
8
Continue on OK 74
24 mi·30 min·John Deere Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Continue on OK 74
1.6 mi·2 min·Lake Hefner Parkway
Use the straight lane.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi·29 sec
Toward Kilpatrick Turnpike, Memorial RoadUse the slight right lane.
11
Turn straight onto North Portland Avenue
0.2 mi·34 sec·North Portland Avenue
Use the straight lane.
12
Turn left onto West Memorial Road
0.2 mi·26 sec·West Memorial Road
Use the left lane.
13
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·35 sec
Toward I 344 EastUse the slight left lane.
14
Merge onto I 344
4.0 mi·4 min·John Kilpatrick Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi·28 sec
Toward US 77 South: Oklahoma CityUse the slight right lane.
16
Merge onto US 77
5.0 mi·5 min·Broadway Extension
Use the straight lane.
17
Continue on I 235; US 77
4.5 mi·5 min·Centennial Expressway
Use the straight lane.
18
Take the exit
0.3 mi·32 sec
Exit 1AToward I 35 North, I 40 East, US 62 East: Wichita, Fort SmithUse the left lane.
19
Merge onto I 40; US 270
1.3 mi·1 min·Crosstown Expressway
Use the straight lane.
20
Keep slight left at fork onto I 40; US 270
2.5 mi·3 min·Tinker Diagonal
Exit 128Toward I 240 East, US 270 East: Fort SmithUse the slight left lane.
21
Take the exit
0.1 mi·19 sec
Exit 155BToward Del City, Midwest CityUse the slight right lane.
22
Turn slight left onto Southeast 15th Street
0.5 mi·58 sec·Southeast 15th Street
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
23
Continue on Southeast 15th Street
1.5 mi·2 min·Southeast 15th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
24
Turn right onto Felix Place
115 ft·7 sec·Felix Place
Use the straight / right lanes.
25
Turn right
34 ft·4 sec
26
Turn right
34 ft·2 sec
27
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of under two hours, this drive offers flexibility. You can depart at your convenience, perhaps after a leisurely breakfast in Waukomis. With no designated stops, plan for a brief fuel and stretch break as needed; the $13 fuel cost suggests you won't need to worry about frequent refueling. Keep an eye on your navigation, as the 'Turn-heavy local drive' profile indicates a need for vigilance, especially when transitioning from John Deere Road to other main roads. A good time to leave would be mid-morning to avoid early rush hour and arrive in Midwest City with plenty of daylight.
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 42.6 miles from Waukomis, OK, or about 51m 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 19 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 42.6 miles or 51m 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 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Midwest City, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Waukomis, OK so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Waukomis, OK
This is one driving day of about 85.1 miles and 1h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Waukomis, OK.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on John Deere Road 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 18
5 decision points cluster between mile 64.2 and 82.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
64.2 mi into trip|~1h 18m in
Take the exit toward Kilpatrick Turnpike, Memorial Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Kilpatrick Turnpike, Memorial Road
7
64.6 mi into trip|~1h 19m in|West Memorial Road
Turn left onto West Memorial Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
79 mi into trip|~1h 36m in
Take the exit toward I 35 North, I 40 East, US 62 East: Wichita, Fort Smith
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Exit 1A
Toward I 35 North, I 40 East, US 62 East: Wichi...
9
80.5 mi into trip|~1h 39m in|I 40; US 270 / Tinker Diagonal
Keep slight left at fork onto I 40; US 270 / Tinker Diagonal toward I 240 East, US 270 East: Fort Smith
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 128
Toward I 240 East, US 270 East: Fort Smith
8
82.9 mi into trip|~1h 42m in
Take the exit toward Del City, Midwest City
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 155B
Toward Del City, Midwest City
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.30 one way
$26.61 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg30 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$14.61
$29.22
premium
$4.89
$16.38
$32.75
diesel
$5.61
$18.79
$37.58
Estimated Tolls: $0.20
Kilpatrick Turnpike
(4 mi)$0.20
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
$13
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
25.5
0
$8.94
$4.08
Efficient EV
21.3
0
$7.45
$3.40
EV Truck/SUV
34
0
$11.91
$5.45
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 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 15, 2026
Origin
Waukomis, OK
Morning
in Waukomis on Sunday
Local time
9:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Midwest City, OK
Morning
in Midwest City on Sunday
Local time
9:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
58°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
3 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
1h 46m 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...
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 for much of this 85.1-mile journey. While 27% of the route utilizes highways, including US 81 and the 42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway, you'll also spend significant time on local roads like John Deere Road. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 24.2 miles on John Deere Road. This profile suggests a drive that requires your attention, with frequent changes in speed and direction rather than a steady interstate cruise.
Only 27% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 24.2 mi on John Deere Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 64.2 miles in.
Driving Effort9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 85.1 miles you will encounter 18 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 64.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 64.6 miles (West Memorial Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 79 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.
Between Waukomis, OK and Midwest City, OK, road signs point toward Kilpatrick Turnpike and Fort Smith.
Midwest City is in the Frontier Country region of Oklahoma, a city that grew up around Tinker Air Force Base and the General Motors and Douglas Aircraft Company plants, though in some ways feels like OKC suburbia.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 46m. Total distance: 85.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 24.2 miles on John Deere Road. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.20 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 Midwest City, 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 64.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 64.6 miles (West Memorial Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 79 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 Midwest City, OK before heading back.
