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Trip from Wynnewood, OK to Oklahoma 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

1h 15m

Distance

65.8 mi

106 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$10

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 18 min
4 AM
1h 9m ★
6 AM
1h 15m
8 AM
1h 27m
10 AM
1h 20m
12 PM
1h 18m
3 PM
1h 20m
5 PM
1h 27m
8 PM
1h 12m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown Wynnewood, OK, OK

Wynnewood, OK

Vladislav Nahorny

city and state capital of Oklahoma, United States

Oklahoma City, OK

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Trip Overview

Wynnewood, OK to Oklahoma City, OK is 65.8 miles and takes about 1h 15m via World War I Veterans Memorial Highway, with a fuel budget near $10 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Great Plains region, connecting two points in Oklahoma. Expect a local drive feel rather than a high-speed interstate journey. Given the modest distance and duration, this route is well-suited for a single-day excursion, allowing for a relaxed pace.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
World War I Veterans Memorial Highway 39.4 mi 42m
Director Steven Stokes Memorial Highway 8.4 mi 8m
Helen Cole Memorial Highway 6.6 mi 7m
Doctor James E. and Representative Mina M. Hibdon Memorial Highway 5.7 mi 6m
West Robert S Kerr Boulevard 2 mi 3m
OK 29 1.1 mi 1m
Oklahoma City Boulevard 0.5 mi 1m
East Kerr Boulevard 0.4 mi <1m
Longest stretch: World War I Veterans Memorial Highway — 39.4 mi, about 42m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Wynnewood, OK and Oklahoma City, OK.

1

Start on OK 29

129 ft · 10 sec · East Kerr Boulevard
2

Continue on OK 29

0.4 mi · 40 sec · East Kerr Boulevard
3

Turn slight right onto US 77; OK 29

2.0 mi · 3 min · West Robert S Kerr Boulevard
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
4

Turn left onto OK 29

1.1 mi · 1 min · OK 29
5

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 38 sec
6

Merge onto I 35

8.4 mi · 8 min · Director Steven Stokes Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
7

Continue on I 35

34 mi · 35 min · World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Continue on I 35

5.7 mi · 6 min · Doctor James E. and Representative Mina M. Hibdon Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
9

Continue on I 35; US 77

6.6 mi · 7 min · Helen Cole Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
10

Continue on I 35; US 77

5.3 mi · 6 min · World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Keep slight left at fork onto I 235; US 77

295 ft · 4 sec · Centennial Expressway
Exit 126 Toward I 235 North, US 77 North: Oklahoma Health Center, State Capitol, Edmond Use the straight lane.
12

Take the exit

0.8 mi · 1 min
Exit 125C Toward Oklahoma City Boulevard Use the straight / slight left lanes.
13

Turn straight onto Oklahoma City Boulevard

0.5 mi · 1 min · Oklahoma City Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
14

Turn right onto South Edward King Gaylord Boulevard

0.3 mi · 41 sec · South Edward King Gaylord Boulevard
Use the right lane.
15

Turn left onto West Sheridan Avenue

0.2 mi · 26 sec · West Sheridan Avenue
Use the left lane.
16

Turn right onto North Robinson Avenue

416 ft · 14 sec · North Robinson Avenue
Use the straight lane.
17

Arrive at destination

North Robinson Avenue

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Purcell, OK, OK

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Purcell, OK

33 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.

Popular next leg

Purcell, OK to Oklahoma City, OK

35.8 mi · 44m

Pacing Suggestions

Pauls Valley, OK

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Purcell, OK

Meal break

The midpoint is around 32.9 miles from Wynnewood, 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 10

5 decision points cluster between mile 63.8 and 65.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

9
63.8 mi into trip | ~1h 11m in | I 235; US 77 / Centennial Expressway

Keep slight left at fork onto I 235; US 77 / Centennial Expressway toward I 235 North, US 77 North: Oklahoma Health Center, State Capitol, Edmond

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight lane. Exit 126 Toward I 235 North, US 77 North: Oklahoma Healt...
7
63.9 mi into trip | ~1h 11m in

Take the exit toward Oklahoma City Boulevard

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight left lanes. Exit 125C Toward Oklahoma City Boulevard
6
65.2 mi into trip | ~1h 14m in | South Edward King Gaylord Boulevard

Turn right onto South Edward King Gaylord Boulevard

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
7
65.5 mi into trip | ~1h 14m in | West Sheridan Avenue

Turn left onto West Sheridan Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
7
65.7 mi into trip | ~1h 15m in | North Robinson Avenue

Turn right onto North Robinson Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$10.29 one way

$20.57 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 23 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $11.29 $22.59
premium $4.89 $12.66 $25.33
diesel $5.61 $14.53 $29.06

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$10

Estimated CO2 emission: 23 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 19.7 0 $6.91 $3.16
Efficient EV 16.5 0 $5.76 $2.63
EV Truck/SUV 26.3 0 $9.21 $4.21

Gas CO2

23 kg

EV CO2

8 kg (65% 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

Wynnewood, OK

Morning in Wynnewood on Sunday

Local time

9:41 AM

CDT

Current temp

72°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Oklahoma City, OK

Morning in Oklahoma City on Sunday

Local time

9:41 AM

CDT

Current temp

59°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

13 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

1h 15m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

This route offers a turn-heavy local drive, meaning you'll navigate more intersections and potentially varying speed limits compared to a pure interstate experience. With only a 50% highway share, the drive will feel more grounded. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 39.4 miles on the World War I Veterans Memorial Highway, offering a brief period of consistent travel before encountering more localized segments. The drive progresses through a mix of road types as you approach Oklahoma City.

Only 2% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 39.4 mi on World War I Veterans Memorial Highway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

6/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 63.8 miles in near I 235; US 77 / Centennial Expressway.

Driving Effort 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 65.8 miles you will encounter 10 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 63.8 miles (I 235; US 77 / Centennial Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 63.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 65.2 miles (South Edward King Gaylord Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.

About the Cities

Arriving in Oklahoma City, OK

Full guide →

Oklahoma City is the capital and principal city of the state of Oklahoma in the central Frontier Country region of the state. The sprawling city and its suburbs offer multiple sports venues, museums, regional food, and a mix of Native American and cowboy culture.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 15m. Total distance: 65.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 39.4 miles on World War I Veterans Memorial Highway. 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 Oklahoma 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 63.8 miles (I 235; US 77 / Centennial Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 63.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 65.2 miles (South Edward King Gaylord Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.

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 Oklahoma 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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