How far is Lawton, OK from Thomas, OK?
The driving distance from Lawton, OK to Thomas, OK is about 123 miles (198 km), with a travel time of about 02h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 81 miles (130.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 05m 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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lawton and Thomas.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lawton and Thomas.
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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
28.8 mi · 32 min · Northwest Rogers Lane
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Turn right
1.7 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
1.3 mi · 2 min
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Turn right onto E Street
34.5 mi · 40 min · E Street
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Continue straight
39.4 mi · 49 min
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Turn right
4.4 mi · 7 min
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Turn straight
8.7 mi · 13 min
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Continue straight
1.4 km · 1 min
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Turn left onto North Main Street
30 m · 4 sec · North Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lawton and Thomas.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
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39.4 mi · 00h 49m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lawton to Thomas?
The road trip is about 123 miles (198 km) and usually takes 02h 32m 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?
Hobart is a useful midpoint, sitting about 61.5 miles from Lawton and 61.5 miles from Thomas.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 81 miles (130.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 42 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 1:24 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.44 one way or $32.87 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 38.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Lawton and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Thomas.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lawton and Thomas. Straight-line distance: 81.01 mi (130.37 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 Thomas
City in Oklahoma, United States
| Population | 1,178 |
| Coordinates | 35.7442200, -98.7475800 |
| Altitude | 532 |
| Country | United States |
End: Thomas (-98.74758, 35.74422)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 198 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 05m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 32m |
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 | $16.44 | $32.87 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $18.48 | $36.97 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $20.07 | $40.14 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $23.50 | $47.00 |
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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