How far is Altus, OK from Lawton, OK?
The driving distance from Altus, OK to Lawton, OK is about 56.4 miles (90.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 53.7 miles (86.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 55m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 57m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Comanche County, Oklahoma, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Altus and Lawton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Altus and Lawton.
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Start on North Main Street
30 m · 10 sec · North Main Street
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Turn left onto East Broadway Street
2.3 mi · 5 min · East Broadway Street
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Continue on Colonel Aaron C. "Burley" Burleson Memorial Highway
45 mi · 50 min · Colonel Aaron C. "Burley" Burleson Memorial Highway
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Keep slight right to continue on Rogers Lane
6 mi · 7 min
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Take the exit slight right
740 ft · 22 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Northwest Fort Sill Boulevard
2 mi · 3 min · Northwest Fort Sill Boulevard
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Turn left onto Southwest Gore Boulevard
1.3 km · 1 min · Southwest Gore Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Southwest Gore Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Altus and Lawton.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Colonel Aaron C. "Burley" Burleson Memorial High
Continue on Colonel Aaron C. "Burley" Burleson Memorial Highway
45 mi · 00h 50m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Partly Sunny leaving Altus and Mostly Cloudy near Lawton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Altus to Lawton?
The road trip is about 56.4 miles (90.7 km) and usually takes 00h 57m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Indiahoma is a useful midpoint, sitting about 28.1 miles from Altus and 28.3 miles from Lawton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 53.7 miles (86.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.7 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:34 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.54 one way or $15.07 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Altus and Mostly Cloudy near Lawton.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Altus and Lawton. Straight-line distance: 53.69 mi (86.41 km).
#1 Altus
City in Oklahoma
| Population | 18,162 |
| Coordinates | 34.6381300, -99.3339800 |
| Altitude | 426 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lawton
The most populous city in Comanche County, Oklahoma.
| Population | 93,164 |
| Coordinates | 34.6086900, -98.3903300 |
| Altitude | 339 |
| Country | United States |
End: Southwest Gore Boulevard (-98.39033, 34.608665)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 91 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 42m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $7.54 | $15.07 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $8.48 | $16.95 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $9.20 | $18.41 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $10.78 | $21.55 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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