How far is Pauls Valley, OK from Shawnee, OK?
The driving distance from Pauls Valley, OK to Shawnee, OK is about 55 miles (88.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 00m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 43.9 miles (70.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 00m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 00m.
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Halfway Point
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Town in Pottawatomie County, Oklahoma, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Pauls Valley and Shawnee.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pauls Valley and Shawnee.
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Start on West Grant Avenue
16.2 mi · 21 min · West Grant Avenue
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Turn left onto North Forrest Avenue
11.1 mi · 13 min · North Forrest Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left
3.2 mi · 4 min
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Continue straight
17 mi · 20 min
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Continue straight
1.9 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
3.9 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right
1351 ft · 33 sec
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Keep slight right
1.1 km · 1 min
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Turn left onto South Kickapoo Street
2276 ft · 1 min · South Kickapoo Street
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Turn sharp right onto West Main Street
1417 ft · 39 sec · West Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Pauls Valley and Shawnee.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
North Forrest Avenue
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17 mi · 00h 20m
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 Pauls Valley and Showers And Thunderstorms near Shawnee.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pauls Valley to Shawnee?
The road trip is about 55 miles (88.5 km) and usually takes 01h 00m 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?
Asher is a useful midpoint, sitting about 27.5 miles from Pauls Valley and 27.5 miles from Shawnee.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 43.9 miles (70.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.1 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 4:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.78 one way or $15.55 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Pauls Valley and Showers And Thunderstorms near Shawnee.
Stop Ideas Near Asher
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 Asher.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pauls Valley and Shawnee. Straight-line distance: 43.91 mi (70.67 km).
#1 Pauls Valley
City in Oklahoma
| Population | 6,100 |
| Coordinates | 34.7400800, -97.2222500 |
| Altitude | 266 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Shawnee
City in Oklahoma, United States
| Population | 31,555 |
| Coordinates | 35.3272900, -96.9253000 |
| Altitude | 323 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Main Street (-96.925301, 35.32739)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 89 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 41m |
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 | $4.01 | $7.78 | $15.55 |
| Mid-grade | $4.47 | $8.66 | $17.33 |
| Premium | $4.76 | $9.23 | $18.46 |
| Diesel | $5.88 | $11.41 | $22.83 |
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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