How far is Burns Flat, OK from Cowden Junction, OK?

The driving distance from Burns Flat, OK to Cowden Junction, OK is about 30 miles (48.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 52m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 26.2 miles (42.1 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 45m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
29.94 mi
00h 52m
Flight
26.18 mi
42.13 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
26.18 mi
Kilometers
42.13 km
Flight Time
00h 03m

Driving Distance

Road route
29.94 mi
Kilometers
48.19 km
Drive Time
00h 52m

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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 52m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Cowden Junction
Thu, Apr 16, 6:59 PM CDT
Return by in Burns Flat
Thu, Apr 16, 7:51 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Burns Flat
2026-04-16T18:06
Arrive Cowden Junction
Thu, Apr 16, 6:59 PM CDT
Route Timing
00h 52m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:53 AM to 10:53 AM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:44 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Burns Flat
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Cordell
OK

City in Oklahoma

From Burns Flat
15 mi
00h 26m
To Cowden Junction
15 mi
00h 26m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
88°F
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 16 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
8 to 18 mph SSW
Destination
86°F
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 16 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
7 to 17 mph SSW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Burns Flat and Cowden Junction.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Burns Flat and Cowden Junction.

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    Start on the route

    4 mi · 7 min

  2. 2

    Turn left

    2 mi · 3 min

  3. 3

    Continue straight

    7.7 mi · 14 min

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    Continue straight

    2 mi · 4 min

  5. 5

    Continue straight

    8 mi · 14 min

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    Continue straight

    6.3 mi · 11 min

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    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Burns Flat and Cowden Junction.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
7 steps
1 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
0
0 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
23.4 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Longest Stretch

Longest stretch

Continue straight

7.95 mi · 00h 14m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
00h 52m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 46m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+3.8 mi
26.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Cordell
00h 26m from Burns Flat
Leave By
4:44 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Burns Flat and Sunny near Cowden Junction.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Burns Flat to Cowden Junction?

The road trip is about 30 miles (48.2 km) and usually takes 00h 52m 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?

Cordell is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15 miles from Burns Flat and 15 miles from Cowden Junction.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 26.2 miles (42.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.8 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 4:44 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.01 one way or $8.03 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Burns Flat and Sunny near Cowden Junction.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Burns Flat and Cowden Junction. Straight-line distance: 26.18 mi (42.13 km).

Burns Flat

#1 Burns Flat

City in Washita County, Oklahoma, United States of America

Population1,881
Coordinates35.3489400, -99.1703600
Altitude578
CountryUnited States
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#2 Cowden Junction

Cowden Junction is a place in Oklahoma, United States.

Population0
Coordinates35.2908900, -98.7114600
Altitude485
CountryUnited States
Start: Burns Flat (-99.17036, 35.34894)
End: Cowden Junction (-98.71146, 35.29089)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 48 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)00h 59m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 44m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 35m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 29m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 25m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 22m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.06 gal
4 L · about $4.01
Round trip
$8.03
2.12 gal · 8 L
Estimated CO2
9.4 kg one way
Round trip: 18.8 kg / 41 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $4.01 $8.03
Mid-grade $4.26 $4.51 $9.03
Premium $4.63 $4.90 $9.81
Diesel $5.42 $5.74 $11.48

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Oklahoma · Apr 16, 2026

There is no time difference between Burns Flat and Cowden Junction. The current time is 18:06:26.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.