Origin
Wilson, OK
Late night in Wilson on Sunday
Local time
5:37 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wilson, OK to Midwest City, OK
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 25m
Distance
119.3 mi
192 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 16m
★
6 AM
2h 25m
8 AM
2h 45m
10 AM
2h 32m
12 PM
2h 30m
3 PM
2h 33m
5 PM
2h 44m
8 PM
2h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wilson, OK
Mateusz Dach
Midwest City, OK
John Hill
Trip Overview
Wilson, OK to Midwest City, OK is 119.3 miles and takes about 2h 25m via OK 3W and OK 3, with a fuel budget near $19 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Oklahoma's Great Plains region, offering a straightforward drive. It's a relatively short journey, making it perfect for a single day of travel. You'll experience a mixed drive profile, so expect some variety in road types. This route is ideal if you're looking for a quick and efficient connection between these two Oklahoma locations without a significant time commitment.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
59.7 miles from Wilson, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 14m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| OK 3W | 36.5 mi | 43m |
| OK 3 | 21.2 mi | 24m |
| Private First Class Lonnie D. Loyd, Junior Memorial Highway | 16.8 mi | 20m |
| Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway | 15.9 mi | 17m |
| US 177 | 14.5 mi | 17m |
| Tinker Diagonal | 5.2 mi | 5m |
| OK 7 | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| Wilson Lane | 1.8 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
OK 3W
— 36.5 mi, about 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wilson, OK and Midwest City, OK.
1
Start on Artesian Road
116 ft
·
4 sec
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Artesian Road
2
Turn right onto Wilson Lane
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Wilson Lane
3
At end of road, turn left onto OK 7
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
OK 7
4
Turn right onto OK 48
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
North Choctaw Avenue
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
5
Continue on OK 48
17 mi
·
20 min
·
Private First Class Lonnie D. Loyd, Junior Memorial Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Turn left onto OK 3
21 mi
·
24 min
·
OK 3
Use the straight / left lanes.
7
Take the exit onto OK 3W
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
OK 3W
Toward OK 3W West, OK 19 West: Shawnee, Pauls Valley
Use the right lane.
8
Continue on OK 3W
15 mi
·
17 min
·
OK 3W
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
9
Continue on US 177; OK 59
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
US 177; OK 59
Use the straight / left lanes.
10
Continue on OK 3W; OK 59; US 177
17 mi
·
19 min
·
OK 3W; OK 59; US 177
11
Continue on US 177; OK 3W
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
US 177; OK 3W
12
Continue on US 177; US 270; OK 3W
9.4 mi
·
11 min
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US 177; US 270; OK 3W
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit onto OK 3W; US 270
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
OK 3W; US 270
Toward OK 3E East, OK 3 West, I 40, US 270: Oklahoma City, Fort Smith
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto OK 3W; US 270
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
OK 3W; US 270
Toward OK 3 West, I 40 West, US 270 West: Oklahoma City
Use the slight left lane.
15
Merge onto I 40; US 270; OK 3
16 mi
·
17 min
·
Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork onto I 40; US 270
5.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Tinker Diagonal
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 159B
18
Keep slight right at fork
375 ft
·
9 sec
19
Turn straight onto South Douglas Boulevard
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
South Douglas Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
20
Turn left onto Southeast 15th Street
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Southeast 15th Street
Use the left lane.
21
Turn left onto Felix Place
115 ft
·
7 sec
·
Felix Place
Use the left lane.
22
Turn right
34 ft
·
4 sec
23
Turn right
34 ft
·
2 sec
24
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the manageable 2h 25m duration, this is a perfect same-day trip, allowing for a flexible departure time. Consider starting your drive in the morning to maximize daylight and potential flexibility for any brief stops. With a fuel cost estimated at $19, planning your refueling stops is straightforward, but it's always wise to top off before leaving Wilson to ensure you have plenty of gas. The longest stretch is 36.5 miles, so keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you navigate OK 3W.
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 59.7 miles from Wilson, OK, or about 1h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 36.5 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 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 59.7 miles or 1h 14m 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 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Midwest City, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Wilson, OK so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Wilson, OK
This is one driving day of about 119.3 miles and 2h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Wilson, OK.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on OK 3W for about 36.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
60 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 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 59.7 miles from Wilson, 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 165 decision points cluster between mile 23.1 and 111.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
23.1 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
OK 3
Turn left onto OK 3
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
7
44.3 mi into trip
|
~56m in
|
OK 3W
Take the exit onto OK 3W toward OK 3W West, OK 19 West: Shawnee, Pauls Valley
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward OK 3W West, OK 19 West: Shawnee, Pauls V...
7
94.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 54m in
|
OK 3W; US 270
Take the exit onto OK 3W; US 270 toward OK 3E East, OK 3 West, I 40, US 270: Oklahoma City, Fort Smith
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.
Toward OK 3E East, OK 3 West, I 40, US 270: Okl...
8
94.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 55m in
|
OK 3W; US 270
Keep slight left at fork onto OK 3W; US 270 toward OK 3 West, I 40 West, US 270 West: Oklahoma City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward OK 3 West, I 40 West, US 270 West: Oklah...
6
111.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 14m in
|
I 40; US 270 / Tinker Diagonal
Keep slight left at fork onto I 40; US 270 / Tinker Diagonal
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.65 one way
$37.30 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
42 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $20.48 | $40.96 |
| premium | $4.89 | $22.96 | $45.92 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $26.34 | $52.68 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 41.7 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 | 35.8 | 0 | $12.53 | $5.73 |
| Efficient EV | 29.8 | 0 | $10.44 | $4.77 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 47.7 | 0 | $16.70 | $7.64 |
Gas CO2
42 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.
Destination
Midwest City, OK
Late night in Midwest City on Sunday
Local time
5:37 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
1 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 25m 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...
7 mi from route
~17 min detour
$18
near mile 119.3
View on nps.gov
Chickasaw National Recreation Area
National Recreation Area
Springs, streams, lakes - whatever its form, water is the attraction at Chickasaw National Recreation Area.
28 mi from route
~69 min detour
Free
near mile 45.3
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive features a 33% highway share, indicating a blend of faster-paced roads and potentially more local or scenic stretches. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 36.5 miles on OK 3W. As you transition from OK 3W to OK 3 and then to Private First Class Lonnie D. Loyd, Junior Memorial Highway, the road character will likely shift. Expect a mixed drive profile, meaning it won't be a monotonous interstate experience but rather a varied journey through Oklahoma's landscape.
33% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 36.5 mi on OK 3W.
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 23.1 miles in near OK 3.
Driving Effort
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 119.3 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: at 23.1 miles (OK 3): Lane positioning matters here; at 44.3 miles (OK 3W): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 94.4 miles (OK 3W; US 270): 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Wilson, OK and Midwest City, OK, road signs point toward Pauls Valley and Fort Smith.
Pauls Valley
44.3 mi in
|
~56m
|
via OK 3W
Fort Smith
94.4 mi in
|
~1h 54m
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via OK 3W; US 270
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 25m. Total distance: 119.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (33%). 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 36.5 miles on OK 3W. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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.
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 23.1 miles (OK 3): Lane positioning matters here; at 44.3 miles (OK 3W): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 94.4 miles (OK 3W; US 270): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Oklahoma City National Memorial and Chickasaw National Recreation Area. 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.
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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