How far is Norman, OK from Altus, OK?

The driving distance from Norman, OK to Altus, OK is about 132.9 miles (213.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 31m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 114.6 miles (184.5 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 03m 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
132.94 mi
02h 31m
Flight
114.66 mi
184.53 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
114.66 mi
Kilometers
184.53 km
Flight Time
00h 13m

Driving Distance

Road route
132.94 mi
Kilometers
213.94 km
Drive Time
02h 31m

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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 31m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Altus
Sun, Apr 12, 1:36 PM CDT
Return by in Norman
Sun, Apr 12, 4:07 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Norman
2026-04-12T11:04
Arrive Altus
Sun, Apr 12, 1:36 PM CDT
Route Timing
02h 31m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:32 AM to 12:32 PM CDT

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

Leave by
1:26 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Norman
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
Elgin
OK

City in Comanche County, Oklahoma, United States

From Norman
66.4 mi
01h 15m
To Altus
66.5 mi
01h 15m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
79°F
Sunday

Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Sun, Apr 12 1:00 AM CDT
Wind
16 to 20 mph S
Destination
84°F
Sunday

Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Sun, Apr 12 1:00 AM CDT
Wind
14 to 20 mph S

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Norman and Altus.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Norman and Altus.

  1. 1

    Start on East Main Street

    32 m · 11 sec · East Main Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto North Porter Avenue

    119 m · 15 sec · North Porter Avenue

  3. 3

    Turn left onto East Gray Street

    1.3 km · 3 min · East Gray Street

  4. 4

    Turn left onto North Flood Avenue

    96 m · 15 sec · North Flood Avenue

  5. 5

    Turn right onto West Main Street

    1.8 mi · 4 min · West Main Street

  6. 6

    Take the ramp slight left

    1393 ft · 34 sec

  7. 7

    Merge slight left onto Doctor James E. and Representative Mina M. Hibdon Memorial Highway

    2407 ft · 32 sec · Doctor James E. and Representative Mina M. Hibdon Memorial Highway

  8. 8

    Continue on World War I Veterans Memorial Highway

    1.5 km · 1 min · World War I Veterans Memorial Highway

  9. 9

    Merge slight right onto McCall Bridge

    1.2 km · 52 sec · McCall Bridge

  10. 10

    Continue on World War I Veterans Memorial Highway

    1085 ft · 14 sec · World War I Veterans Memorial Highway

  11. 11

    Take the exit slight right toward OK 9 West: Chickasha

    589 ft · 14 sec

  12. 12

    Keep slight right

    709 ft · 17 sec

  13. 13

    Keep slight right

    98 m · 8 sec

  14. 14

    Continue on Southeast 44th Street

    5.5 mi · 7 min · Southeast 44th Street

  15. 15

    Continue on Harry E. Bailey Turnpike Spur

    8.3 mi · 8 min · Harry E. Bailey Turnpike Spur

  16. 16

    Take the exit slight right toward I 44 West: Lawton

    1128 ft · 28 sec

  17. 17

    Merge slight left onto Harry E. Bailey Turnpike

    52.6 mi · 54 min · Harry E. Bailey Turnpike

  18. 18

    Continue on Pioneer Expressway

    5 mi · 5 min · Pioneer Expressway

  19. 19

    Continue on Bill W. Burgess, Junior Highway

    1.2 mi · 1 min · Bill W. Burgess, Junior Highway

  20. 20

    Take the exit slight right

    1773 ft · 43 sec

  21. 21

    Merge slight left onto Northwest Rogers Lane

    51.8 mi · 58 min · Northwest Rogers Lane

  22. 22

    Continue on East Broadway Street

    2.3 mi · 5 min · East Broadway Street

  23. 23

    Turn right onto North Main Street

    30 m · 3 sec · North Main Street

  24. 24

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Norman and Altus.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Interchange-aware route

The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.

Directions
24 steps
7 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
8
4 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
18.1 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
52.6 mi · 40%
Northwest Rogers Lane
51.8 mi · 39%
Harry E. Bailey Turnpike Spur
8.25 mi · 6%
Southeast 44th Street
5.52 mi · 4%
Pioneer Expressway
4.98 mi · 4%
East Broadway Street
2.33 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

Harry E. Bailey Turnpike

Merge slight left onto Harry E. Bailey Turnpike

52.6 mi · 00h 54m

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
02h 31m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
05h 04m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+18.3 mi
114.6 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Elgin
01h 15m from Norman
Leave By
1:26 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Norman and Showers And Thunderstorms near Altus.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Norman to Altus?

The road trip is about 132.9 miles (213.9 km) and usually takes 02h 31m 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?

Elgin is a useful midpoint, sitting about 66.4 miles from Norman and 66.5 miles from Altus.

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

The direct path is about 114.6 miles (184.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.3 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 1:26 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.76 one way or $35.52 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 41.7 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Norman and Showers And Thunderstorms near Altus.

Stop Ideas Near Elgin

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Elgin and the surrounding midpoint area.
Carnegie Hall Library
Scenic stop 12.5 mi away

Carnegie Hall Library

Lawton , OK
5th & B Ave, Lawton, OK 73501
Rating 5.0/5 1 reviews Historical landmark
Lawton City Hall
Meeting point 12.6 mi away

Lawton City Hall

Lawton , OK
212 SW 9th St, Lawton, OK 73501
Rating 3.6/5 9 reviews City government office
Stop photo coming soon
Nearby stop 12.6 mi away

Lawton Water Department

Lawton , OK
212 SW 9th St, Lawton, OK 73501
Rating 1.7/5 54 reviews Water utility company

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Elgin.

RAIL

Purcell

89 mi away
East Main St and North Santa Fe Ave.
RAIL

Norman

92 mi away
200 South Jones Avenue
RAIL

Pauls Valley

98 mi away
East Paul Ave. and South Santa Fe St.
RAIL

Santa Fe Depot

104 mi away
100 South E.K. Gaylord Blvd.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Norman and Altus. Straight-line distance: 114.66 mi (184.53 km).

Norman

#1 Norman

The second most populous city in Oklahoma.

Population125,762
Coordinates35.2225700, -97.4394800
Altitude357
CountryUnited States
Altus

#2 Altus

City in Oklahoma

Population18,162
Coordinates34.6381300, -99.3339800
Altitude426
CountryUnited States
Start: Norman (-97.43948, 35.22257)
End: Altus (-99.33398, 34.63813)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 214 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 25m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 19m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 39m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 12m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 53m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 39m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
4.69 gal
17.76 L · about $17.76
Round trip
$35.52
9.38 gal · 35.52 L
Estimated CO2
41.7 kg one way
Round trip: 83.4 kg / 184 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $17.76 $35.52
Mid-grade $4.26 $19.97 $39.95
Premium $4.63 $21.69 $43.38
Diesel $5.42 $25.40 $50.79

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 12, 2026

There is no time difference between Norman and Altus. The current time is 11:04:14.

Distance to Other Cities

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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.