How far is Norman, OK from Central High, OK?
The driving distance from Norman, OK to Central High, OK is about 78.2 miles (125.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 40m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 55.4 miles (89.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 20m 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 01h 40m.
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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Norman and Central High.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Norman and Central High.
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Start on East Main Street
32 m · 11 sec · East Main Street
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Turn left onto North Porter Avenue
119 m · 15 sec · North Porter Avenue
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Turn left onto East Gray Street
1.3 km · 3 min · East Gray Street
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Turn left onto North Flood Avenue
96 m · 15 sec · North Flood Avenue
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Turn right onto West Main Street
1.8 mi · 4 min · West Main Street
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Take the ramp slight left
1393 ft · 34 sec
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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
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Continue on World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
1.5 km · 1 min · World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
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Merge slight right onto McCall Bridge
1.2 km · 52 sec · McCall Bridge
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Continue on World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
1085 ft · 14 sec · World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward OK 9 West: Chickasha
589 ft · 14 sec
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Keep slight right
709 ft · 17 sec
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Keep slight right
98 m · 8 sec
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Continue on Southeast 44th Street
5.5 mi · 7 min · Southeast 44th Street
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Continue on Harry E. Bailey Turnpike Spur
8.3 mi · 8 min · Harry E. Bailey Turnpike Spur
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Take the exit slight right toward I 44 West: Lawton
1128 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left onto Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
18.3 mi · 17 min · Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward US 81, US 277: Duncan, Chickasha
1658 ft · 49 sec
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Turn left onto US 81 South, US 277 South: Duncan
11.8 mi · 15 min
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Continue straight
19 mi · 25 min
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Turn right
1.3 km · 1 min
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Continue straight
6.2 mi · 7 min
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Turn right onto Central High Road
2 mi · 8 min · Central High Road
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Turn left onto Blackburn Road
43 m · 6 sec · Blackburn Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Blackburn Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Norman and Central High.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US 81 South
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19 mi · 00h 25m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Norman and Showers And Thunderstorms near Central High.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Norman to Central High?
The road trip is about 78.2 miles (125.9 km) and usually takes 01h 40m 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?
Chickasha is a useful midpoint, sitting about 39.1 miles from Norman and 39.1 miles from Central High.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 55.4 miles (89.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.8 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 3:10 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.45 one way or $20.90 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Norman and Showers And Thunderstorms near Central High.
Stop Ideas Near Chickasha
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 Chickasha.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Norman and Central High. Straight-line distance: 55.43 mi (89.21 km).
#1 Norman
The second most populous city in Oklahoma.
| Population | 125,762 |
| Coordinates | 35.2225700, -97.4394800 |
| Altitude | 357 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Central High
City in Stephens County, Oklahoma, United States of America
| Population | 1,171 |
| Coordinates | 34.6231300, -98.0897600 |
| Altitude | 360 |
| Country | United States |
End: Central High (-98.08976, 34.62313)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 126 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 58m |
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 | $10.45 | $20.90 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $11.75 | $23.51 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $12.76 | $25.53 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $14.95 | $29.89 |
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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