How far is Ponca City, OK from Shawnee, OK?
The driving distance from Ponca City, OK to Shawnee, OK is about 103.3 miles (166.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 95.8 miles (154.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 57m 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 58m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Oklahoma, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ponca City and Shawnee.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ponca City and Shawnee.
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Start on West Broadway Avenue
2825 ft · 2 min · West Broadway Avenue
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Turn right onto North 7th Street
1145 ft · 46 sec · North 7th Street
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Turn left onto East Grand Avenue
2581 ft · 1 min · East Grand Avenue
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Turn right onto South 14th Street
1.6 mi · 3 min · South 14th Street
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Continue straight
35.1 mi · 41 min
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Turn left onto West Richmond Road
3269 ft · 56 sec · West Richmond Road
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Continue on East Richmond Road
1925 ft · 33 sec · East Richmond Road
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Take the exit right
44 m · 6 sec
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Merge slight left onto North Perkins Road
13 mi · 19 min · North Perkins Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto East 116th Street
1.5 km · 1 min · East 116th Street
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Turn slight right
92 m · 6 sec
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Turn straight onto North Main Street
1.2 mi · 3 min · North Main Street
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Continue on South Jardot Road
46.9 mi · 55 min · South Jardot Road
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Take the exit slight right
1376 ft · 34 sec
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Continue on West Farrall Street
1.3 km · 2 min · West Farrall Street
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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 Ponca City 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.
South Jardot Road
Continue on South Jardot Road
46.9 mi · 00h 55m
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.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Ponca City and Mostly Cloudy near Shawnee.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ponca City to Shawnee?
The road trip is about 103.3 miles (166.2 km) and usually takes 01h 58m 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?
Perkins is a useful midpoint, sitting about 51.4 miles from Ponca City and 51.8 miles from Shawnee.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 95.8 miles (154.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.5 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 2:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.78 one way or $27.57 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 32.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Ponca City and Mostly Cloudy near Shawnee.
Stop Ideas Near Perkins
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ponca City and Shawnee. Straight-line distance: 95.75 mi (154.09 km).
#1 Ponca City
City in Oklahoma, United States
| Population | 23,660 |
| Coordinates | 36.7069800, -97.0855900 |
| Altitude | 308 |
| 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: 166 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 17m |
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 | $13.78 | $27.57 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $15.50 | $31.01 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $16.84 | $33.67 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $19.71 | $39.42 |
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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