Wister, OK to Enid, OK is 250.5 miles and takes about 4h 35m via Cimarron Turnpike and Muskogee Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $40 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route stays within the Great Plains region, offering a consistent landscape. Given its moderate length and mostly highway profile, it's a straightforward drive suitable for a single day. You'll want to factor in the fuel cost and the time it takes to navigate the turnpikes. It's a practical choice if you need to get from southeastern Oklahoma to the northwestern part of the state efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
125.3 miles from Wister, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 21m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Cimarron Turnpike
58.9 mi
56m
Muskogee Turnpike
55.7 mi
54m
Norma A. Lamb Highway
24.5 mi
26m
US 59
21.6 mi
28m
Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway
21.1 mi
21m
Sand Springs Expressway
14.5 mi
16m
Broken Arrow Expressway
11.7 mi
14m
Keystone Expressway
8.7 mi
9m
Longest stretch:
Cimarron Turnpike
— 58.9 mi, about 56m
Traffic on I-244
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 12 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~3,356 veh/hr typical
Quietest
2 AM
~169 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
19.9×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 58 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wister, OK and Enid, OK.
1
Start on Highland Avenue
272 ft·7 sec·Highland Avenue
2
Turn right onto US 270
0.3 mi·30 sec·Magnolia Avenue
3
Turn right onto US 271
4.4 mi·6 min·US 271
4
Turn right onto Rider Road
0.4 mi·41 sec·Rider Road
5
Turn left onto County Road 133
1.4 mi·2 min·County Road 133
6
Turn slight left onto US 59
4.5 mi·6 min·US 59
Use the straight lane.
7
Turn slight right onto US 59; US 271
0.2 mi·40 sec·US 59; US 271
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Turn left onto US 59; US 271
8.6 mi·12 min·North Broadway Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Continue on US 59; US 271
2.2 mi·3 min·US 59; US 271
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Continue on US 59; US 271
319 ft·7 sec·US 59; US 271
Use the straight lane.
11
Turn left onto OK 9; US 59
5.4 mi·6 min·Broadway
Use the straight / left lanes.
12
Continue on US 59
15 mi·17 min·US 59
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Take the exit onto I 40 Business
0.3 mi·35 sec·I 40 Business
Toward I 40 West: Oklahoma CityUse the left lane.
14
Merge onto I 40
21 mi·21 min·Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
400 ft·5 sec
Exit 286Toward OK 351: Muskogee, TulsaUse the slight right lane.
16
Continue on this road
0.3 mi·24 sec·this road
17
Continue on OK 351
14 mi·14 min·Muskogee Turnpike
18
Keep slight right at fork onto OK 351
41 mi·39 min·Muskogee Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
19
Continue on OK 51
3.4 mi·3 min·Disabled American Veterans Highway
Use the straight lane.
20
Continue on OK 51
380 ft·5 sec·Representative David Brumbaugh Memorial Bridge
21
Continue on OK 51
12 mi·14 min·Broken Arrow Expressway
Use the straight lane.
22
Keep slight right at fork onto US 64; OK 51
0.3 mi·27 sec·Inner Dispersal Loop
Toward OK 51 West, US 64 West, I 244 East: Sand Springs, JoplinUse the straight lane.
23
Merge onto I 244; US 64; OK 51
0.5 mi·41 sec·Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway
24
Take the exit onto US 64; OK 51
0.3 mi·43 sec·42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway
Exit 5BToward US 64 West, US 412 West, OK 51 West: Sand SpringsUse the left lane.
25
Merge onto US 64; US 412; OK 51
14 mi·16 min·Sand Springs Expressway
Use the straight lane.
26
Continue on US 64; US 412
3.6 mi·3 min·Keystone Expressway
Use the straight lane.
27
Continue on US 64; US 412
1.2 mi·1 min·Jerald Warden Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
28
Continue on US 64; US 412
5.1 mi·5 min·Keystone Expressway
Use the straight lane.
29
Continue on US 412
31 mi·29 min·Cimarron Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
30
Keep slight left at fork onto US 412
28 mi·27 min·Cimarron Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
31
Continue on US 64; US 412
24 mi·26 min·Norma A. Lamb Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
32
Continue on US 64; US 412
6.4 mi·9 min·East Owen K. Garriott Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
33
Turn right onto South Grand Avenue
0.3 mi·1 min·South Grand Avenue
34
Arrive at destination
South Grand Avenue
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 4h 35m drive, consider departing in the morning to allow ample time for potential traffic or unexpected delays. With only one stop recommended for the 250.5 miles, you have flexibility in when and where you choose to rest. Keep an eye on your fuel, especially as you approach the 58.9-mile stretch on the Cimarron Turnpike, as services can be spaced out. The estimated fuel cost of $40 is a good baseline, but it's always wise to have a little extra budgeted. This trip is easily doable in one day, so you can focus on enjoying the drive without feeling rushed.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 125.3 miles from Wister, OK, or about 2h 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 58.9 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 55 miles or 1h 10m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 125.3 miles or 2h 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Enid, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Wister, 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 Wister, OK
This is one driving day of about 250.5 miles and 4h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 55 miles from Wister, OK.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Cimarron Turnpike for about 58.9 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 42.1 and 135.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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42.1 mi into trip|~57m in|I 40 Business
Take the exit onto I 40 Business toward I 40 West: Oklahoma City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 40 West: Oklahoma City
8
63.5 mi into trip|~1h 19m in
Take the exit toward OK 351: Muskogee, Tulsa
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 286
Toward OK 351: Muskogee, Tulsa
6
78.3 mi into trip|~1h 34m in|OK 351 / Muskogee Turnpike
Keep slight right at fork onto OK 351 / Muskogee Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
134.8 mi into trip|~2h 33m in|US 64; OK 51 / Inner Dispersal Loop
Keep slight right at fork onto US 64; OK 51 / Inner Dispersal Loop toward OK 51 West, US 64 West, I 244 East: Sand Springs, Joplin
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward OK 51 West, US 64 West, I 244 East: Sand...
8
135.7 mi into trip|~2h 34m in|US 64; OK 51 / 42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway
Take the exit onto US 64; OK 51 / 42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway toward US 64 West, US 412 West, OK 51 West: Sand Springs
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Exit 5B
Toward US 64 West, US 412 West, OK 51 West: San...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$41.79 one way
$83.57 round trip
$4.24/gal25.4 MPG avg88 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.62
$45.59
$91.19
premium
$5.25
$51.81
$103.61
diesel
$6.28
$61.90
$123.79
Estimated Tolls: $6.85
Muskogee Turnpike
(55.7 mi)$3.90
Cimarron Turnpike
(58.9 mi)$2.95
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
$42
Tolls
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$74–$99
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 87.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-19.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
75.2
0
$26.30
$12.02
Efficient EV
62.6
0
$21.92
$10.02
EV Truck/SUV
100.2
1
$35.07
$16.03
Gas CO2
88 kg
EV CO2
29 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 Oct 22, 2026
Origin
Wister, OK
Morning
in Wister on Friday
Local time
6:07 AM
CDT
Current temp
49°F
Clear
0 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Enid, OK
Morning
in Enid on Friday
Local time
6:07 AM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Mostly Clear
SSE 3 mph0% chanceLive 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
7 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
4h 35m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is primarily on highways, with 70% of the 250.5 miles utilizing high-speed roads. You'll experience a significant stretch of 58.9 miles on the Cimarron Turnpike without needing to exit. After the highway segments, expect to transition to surface roads for the remainder of your trip. The extensive highway use means you'll encounter a steady flow of traffic and fewer intersections for a large portion of the drive.
70% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
34 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 58.9 mi on Cimarron Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Cimarron Turnpike and Muskogee Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 42.1 miles in near I 40 Business.
Driving Effort9/10
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 18 significant decision points across 250.5 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 42.1 miles (I 40 Business): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 63.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 78.3 miles (OK 351 / Muskogee Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,240 ft465 ft
Total Climb
859 ft
Total Descent
102 ft
Highest Point
1,240 ft
~250.5 mi in
Elevation Range
775 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Wister, OK and Enid, OK, road signs point toward Tulsa and Joplin.
Enid is the county seat of Garfield County, Oklahoma. The population was 47,045 at the 2000 census. It is in the Red Carpet Country region of Oklahoma. Enid was founded during the opening of the Cherokee Outlet by land run in 1893 and was originally a stop along the Chisolm Trail. It has also been the home of Vance Air Force Base since 1941.
Top landmarks
•Broadway Tower — building in Enid, Oklahoma, USA
•Enid Cemetery — cemetery in Enid, Oklahoma
•Enid Downtown Historic District — historic district in Oklahoma, United States
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 35m. Total distance: 250.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (70%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 58.9 miles on Cimarron Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $6.85 in tolls one way, starting with Muskogee 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.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 Enid, 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. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 42.1 miles (I 40 Business): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 63.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 78.3 miles (OK 351 / Muskogee Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 4.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.2 hours — manageable with a long break at Enid, OK, but most travelers stay overnight.
