How far is Cushing, OK from Shawnee, OK?
The driving distance from Cushing, OK to Shawnee, OK is about 53.4 miles (85.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 05m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 46.3 miles (74.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 11m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 05m.
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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Town in Oklahoma, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cushing and Shawnee.
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Start on East Main Street
1.8 mi · 3 min · East Main Street
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Continue on East 116th Street
4.2 mi · 5 min · East 116th Street
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Turn left
8.1 mi · 10 min
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Turn right
8 mi · 10 min
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Turn left
39.6 mi · 47 min
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Take the exit slight right
1376 ft · 34 sec
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Continue on West Farrall Street
1.3 km · 2 min · West Farrall Street
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Turn left onto South Kickapoo Street
2276 ft · 1 min · South Kickapoo Street
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Turn sharp right onto West Main Street
1417 ft · 39 sec · West Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Cushing and Shawnee.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
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39.6 mi · 00h 47m
Route Summary
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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.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Cushing and Mostly Cloudy near Shawnee.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cushing to Shawnee?
The road trip is about 53.4 miles (85.9 km) and usually takes 01h 05m 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?
Warwick is a useful midpoint, sitting about 31.8 miles from Cushing and 21.6 miles from Shawnee.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 46.3 miles (74.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.1 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 4:18 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.12 one way or $14.24 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Cushing and Mostly Cloudy near Shawnee.
Stop Ideas Near Warwick
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Warwick.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cushing and Shawnee. Straight-line distance: 46.31 mi (74.53 km).
#1 Cushing
Town in Oklahoma
| Population | 7,582 |
| Coordinates | 35.9850600, -96.7669700 |
| Altitude | 285 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Shawnee
City in Oklahoma, United States
| Population | 31,555 |
| Coordinates | 35.3272900, -96.9253000 |
| Altitude | 323 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Main Street (-96.925301, 35.32739)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 86 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 39m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.79 | $7.12 | $14.24 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $8.01 | $16.01 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $8.70 | $17.39 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $10.18 | $20.36 |
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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