How far is Shawnee, OK from Lawton, OK?
Fastest route
The route from Shawnee, Oklahoma, USA to Lawton, Oklahoma, USA takes approximately 1 hour and 48 minutes, covering a distance of 118 miles via I-44. This route has tolls.
Directions
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Get on I-40 W/OK-3 W from OK-3W W/US-177 N/US-270 W.
- Starting point: Shawnee, Oklahoma, USA
- Head east on W Main St toward N Beard Ave.
- Turn right at the 1st cross street onto S Beard St.
- Turn right onto W Farrall St.
- Turn right to merge onto OK-3W W/US-177 N/US-270 W.
- Slight right to merge onto I-40 W/OK-3 W toward Okla. City.
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Take I-240 W and I-44 to US-281 BUS S/NW 2nd St in Lawton. Take exit 39A from I-44.
- Merge onto I-240 W.
- Follow signs for Lawton/Dallas.
- Take exit 1A for I-44 W/US-62 W toward Lawton.
- Continue to follow I-44 (Toll road).
- Keep left at the fork to stay on I-44 (Toll road).
- Keep left at the fork to stay on I-44 (Toll road).
- Take exit 39A for US-281 BUS toward Lawton.
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Continue on US-281 BUS S/NW 2nd St to your destination.
- Continue onto US-281 BUS S/NW 2nd St.
- Follow the road until you reach your destination in Lawton, Oklahoma, USA.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Make sure to have sufficient fuel for the journey.
- 💰 Keep some cash or a card handy for toll payments.
- 🚦 Check traffic conditions and plan accordingly for any potential delays.
- 🗺️ Use a navigation app or GPS device for accurate directions.
- 🛣️ Stay alert and follow road signs and speed limits.
- 🚧 Be aware of any ongoing road construction or detours.
- ☕ Take breaks during the journey to stretch and stay refreshed.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 44m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Grady County, Oklahoma, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Shawnee and Lawton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Shawnee and Lawton.
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Start on West Main Street
43 m · 8 sec · West Main Street
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Turn right onto South Beard Street
2053 ft · 1 min · South Beard Street
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Turn right onto West Farrall Street
1.3 km · 2 min · West Farrall Street
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4
Take the ramp slight right
2130 ft · 52 sec
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5
Merge slight left
5 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward OK 3E East, OK 3 West, I 40, US 270: Oklahoma City, Fort Smith
1467 ft · 36 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on OK 3 West, I 40 West, US 270 West: Oklahoma City
1.1 km · 1 min
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8
Merge slight left onto Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway
15.9 mi · 17 min · Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway
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9
Keep slight right to continue on Southeast Expressway
13.2 mi · 15 min · Southeast Expressway
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10
Continue on Southwest Expressway
3.7 mi · 5 min · Southwest Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 44 West, US 62 West: Lawton
2904 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight right onto Will Rogers Expressway
7.6 mi · 8 min · Will Rogers Expressway
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13
Continue on Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
60.9 mi · 1 hr 2 min · Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
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14
Continue on Pioneer Expressway
5 mi · 5 min · Pioneer Expressway
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Continue on Bill W. Burgess, Junior Highway
2.5 mi · 3 min · Bill W. Burgess, Junior Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 281 Business South: Lawton
1.5 km · 2 min
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Turn left onto Southwest Gore Boulevard
12 m · 1 sec · Southwest Gore Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Southwest Gore Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Shawnee and Lawton.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
Continue on Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
60.9 mi · 01h 02m
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.
Sunny leaving Shawnee and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Lawton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Shawnee to Lawton?
The road trip is about 117.9 miles (189.8 km) and usually takes 01h 44m 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?
Bridge Creek is a useful midpoint, sitting about 58.9 miles from Shawnee and 59 miles from Lawton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 96.7 miles (155.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.2 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 3:02 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.75 one way or $31.51 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Shawnee and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Lawton.
Stop Ideas Near Bridge Creek
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 Bridge Creek.
Norman
Santa Fe Depot
Purcell
Pauls Valley
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Shawnee and Lawton. Straight-line distance: 96.67 mi (155.58 km).
#1 Shawnee
City in Oklahoma, United States
| Population | 31,555 |
| Coordinates | 35.3272900, -96.9253000 |
| Altitude | 323 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lawton
The most populous city in Comanche County, Oklahoma.
| Population | 93,164 |
| Coordinates | 34.6086900, -98.3903300 |
| Altitude | 339 |
| Country | United States |
End: Southwest Gore Boulevard (-98.39033, 34.608665)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 190 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 56m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 28m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $15.75 | $31.51 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $17.72 | $35.43 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $19.24 | $38.48 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $22.53 | $45.05 |
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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