How far is Sentinel, OK from Cowden Junction, OK?

The driving distance from Sentinel, OK to Cowden Junction, OK is about 32.7 miles (52.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 51m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 27.8 miles (44.7 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 42m 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
32.71 mi
00h 51m
Flight
27.75 mi
44.66 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
27.75 mi
Kilometers
44.66 km
Flight Time
00h 03m

Driving Distance

Road route
32.71 mi
Kilometers
52.64 km
Drive Time
00h 51m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 51m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Cowden Junction
Thu, Apr 16, 11:03 PM CDT
Return by in Sentinel
Thu, Apr 16, 11:55 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Sentinel
2026-04-16T22:12
Arrive Cowden Junction
Thu, Apr 16, 11:03 PM CDT
Route Timing
00h 51m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:51 AM to 10:51 AM CDT

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

Leave by
4:48 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Sentinel
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
Cordell
OK

City in Oklahoma

From Sentinel
16.3 mi
00h 25m
To Cowden Junction
16.3 mi
00h 25m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
89°F
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 16 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
6 to 20 mph SSW
Destination
86°F
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 16 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
7 to 17 mph SSW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Sentinel and Cowden Junction.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Sentinel and Cowden Junction.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    39 m · 11 sec

  2. 2

    Turn right onto 3rd Street

    962 ft · 23 sec · 3rd Street

  3. 3

    Turn right onto North Boundary Street

    6.5 mi · 12 min · North Boundary Street

  4. 4

    Turn left

    10.4 mi · 12 min

  5. 5

    Turn right onto East Main Street

    1.3 mi · 2 min · East Main Street

  6. 6

    Continue straight

    8 mi · 14 min

  7. 7

    Continue straight

    6.3 mi · 11 min

  8. 8

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Sentinel and Cowden Junction.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
8 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
0
0 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
24.5 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
East Main Street
15.6 mi · 48%
North Boundary Street
6.52 mi · 20%
3rd Street
0.18 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

Longest stretch

Turn left

10.4 mi · 00h 12m

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
00h 51m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 42m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+4.9 mi
27.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Cordell
00h 25m from Sentinel
Leave By
4:48 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Sentinel and Sunny near Cowden Junction.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Sentinel to Cowden Junction?

The road trip is about 32.7 miles (52.6 km) and usually takes 00h 51m 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?

Cordell is a useful midpoint, sitting about 16.3 miles from Sentinel and 16.3 miles from Cowden Junction.

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

The direct path is about 27.8 miles (44.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.9 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 4:48 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.36 one way or $8.71 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Sentinel and Sunny near Cowden Junction.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Sentinel and Cowden Junction. Straight-line distance: 27.75 mi (44.66 km).

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#1 Sentinel

Human settlement in Washita County, Oklahoma, United States of America

Population839
Coordinates35.1578300, -99.1753600
Altitude500
CountryUnited States
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#2 Cowden Junction

Cowden Junction is a place in Oklahoma, United States.

Population0
Coordinates35.2908900, -98.7114600
Altitude485
CountryUnited States
Start: Sentinel (-99.17536, 35.15783)
End: Cowden Junction (-98.71146, 35.29089)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 53 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 05m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 49m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 39m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 32m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 28m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 24m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.15 gal
4.37 L · about $4.36
Round trip
$8.71
2.3 gal · 8.74 L
Estimated CO2
10.2 kg one way
Round trip: 20.4 kg / 45 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $4.36 $8.71
Mid-grade $4.26 $4.90 $9.80
Premium $4.63 $5.32 $10.64
Diesel $5.42 $6.23 $12.45

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 17, 2026

There is no time difference between Sentinel and Cowden Junction. The current time is 22:12:17.

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.