How far is Lawton, OK from Elk City, OK?
The driving distance from Lawton, OK to Elk City, OK is about 112.3 miles (180.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 79.8 miles (128.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 34m 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 02h 17m.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lawton and Elk City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lawton and Elk City.
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Start on Southwest Gore Boulevard
136 m · 13 sec · Southwest Gore Boulevard
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Turn left onto Northwest 1st Street
56 m · 13 sec · Northwest 1st Street
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Turn left onto Southwest Gore Boulevard
1.5 km · 1 min · Southwest Gore Boulevard
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Northwest Fort Sill Boulevard
2.1 mi · 3 min · Northwest Fort Sill Boulevard
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Turn left
1420 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left onto Northwest Rogers Lane
50.8 mi · 57 min · Northwest Rogers Lane
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Continue on East Broadway Street
1694 ft · 39 sec · East Broadway Street
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Turn right onto North Veterans Drive
1.3 mi · 2 min · North Veterans Drive
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Turn straight onto Veterans Drive
1.3 km · 1 min · Veterans Drive
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Continue on East Tamarack Road
1.7 mi · 3 min · East Tamarack Road
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Turn right onto North Main Street
5.8 mi · 7 min · North Main Street
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Continue on Zinn Avenue
46.6 mi · 56 min · Zinn Avenue
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Continue on South Main Street
1.5 mi · 3 min · South Main Street
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Turn right onto East 3rd Street
61 m · 10 sec · East 3rd Street
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Turn left
30 m · 7 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 Lawton and Elk City.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Northwest Rogers Lane
Merge slight left onto Northwest Rogers Lane
50.8 mi · 00h 57m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Lawton and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Elk City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lawton to Elk City?
The road trip is about 112.3 miles (180.8 km) and usually takes 02h 17m 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?
Altus is a useful midpoint, sitting about 56.2 miles from Lawton and 56.2 miles from Elk City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 79.8 miles (128.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 32.5 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 1:56 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.00 one way or $29.99 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 35.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Lawton and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Elk City.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lawton and Elk City. Straight-line distance: 79.83 mi (128.47 km).
#1 Lawton
The most populous city in Comanche County, Oklahoma.
| Population | 93,164 |
| Coordinates | 34.6086900, -98.3903300 |
| Altitude | 339 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Elk City
City in Beckham County, Oklahoma, United States
| Population | 11,577 |
| Coordinates | 35.4119900, -99.4042600 |
| Altitude | 585 |
| Country | United States |
End: Elk City (-99.40426, 35.41199)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 181 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 24m |
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 | $15.00 | $29.99 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $16.87 | $33.73 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $18.32 | $36.63 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $21.44 | $42.89 |
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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