How far is Enid, OK from Medicine Lodge, KS?
The driving distance from Enid, OK to Medicine Lodge, KS is about 103.2 miles (166.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 72.5 miles (116.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 53m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 26m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Enid and Medicine Lodge.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Enid and Medicine Lodge.
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Start on South Grand Avenue
1.3 km · 2 min · South Grand Avenue
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Turn right onto East Ash Avenue
1731 ft · 60 sec · East Ash Avenue
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Turn left onto North 4th Street
17.8 mi · 23 min · North 4th Street
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Turn left
8.2 mi · 10 min
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Continue straight
1.3 km · 59 sec
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Turn right
2 mi · 3 min
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Turn left onto Ellis Road
2626 ft · 52 sec · Ellis Road
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Turn right
94 m · 8 sec
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Turn straight
8.4 mi · 10 min
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Turn left
17.9 mi · 21 min
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Continue straight
3 mi · 5 min
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Turn right
1.8 mi · 3 min
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Continue on N2580 Road
8.2 mi · 14 min · N2580 Road
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Turn left onto E0050 Road
1080 ft · 21 sec · E0050 Road
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Turn slight right
695 ft · 13 sec
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Continue on N2580 Road
1.9 mi · 3 min · N2580 Road
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Turn left onto E0030 Road
4 mi · 7 min · E0030 Road
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Turn right
1.9 mi · 3 min
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Continue straight
1.3 mi · 2 min
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Turn left onto Main Street
4.5 mi · 8 min · Main Street
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At the end of the road, turn right
18 mi · 27 min
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Continue straight
1 mi · 2 min
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Turn left onto South Main Street
1758 ft · 54 sec · South Main Street
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Turn left onto West Kansas Avenue
131 m · 21 sec · West Kansas Avenue
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Turn right onto North Cherry Street
64 m · 12 sec · North Cherry Street
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Turn right
47 m · 11 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Enid and Medicine Lodge.
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
At the end of the road, turn right
18 mi · 00h 27m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Enid and Mostly Sunny near Medicine Lodge.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Enid to Medicine Lodge?
The road trip is about 103.2 miles (166.1 km) and usually takes 02h 26m 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?
Cherokee is a useful midpoint, sitting about 51.6 miles from Enid and 51.6 miles from Medicine Lodge.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 72.5 miles (116.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 30.7 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 1:36 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.77 one way or $29.54 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 32.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Enid and Mostly Sunny near Medicine Lodge.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Enid and Medicine Lodge. Straight-line distance: 72.46 mi (116.61 km).
#1 Enid
The most populous city in Garfield County, Oklahoma.
| Population | 49,542 |
| Coordinates | 36.3955900, -97.8783900 |
| Altitude | 378 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Medicine Lodge
City in Barber County, Kansas, United States
| Population | 1,804 |
| Coordinates | 37.2811300, -98.5803600 |
| Altitude | 456 |
| Country | United States |
End: Medicine Lodge (-98.58036, 37.28113)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 166 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 17m |
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 | $4.06 | $14.77 | $29.54 |
| Mid-grade | $4.51 | $16.41 | $32.83 |
| Premium | $4.80 | $17.49 | $34.97 |
| Diesel | $6.03 | $21.95 | $43.89 |
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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