How far is Waurika, OK from Ringling, OK?
The driving distance from Waurika, OK to Ringling, OK is about 24.5 miles (39.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 23.2 miles (37.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 15m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Town in Oklahoma, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Rain Showers Likely then Mostly Sunny
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waurika and Ringling.
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Start on East B Avenue
23 m · 5 sec · East B Avenue
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Turn right onto Elm Street
753 ft · 39 sec · Elm Street
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Turn left onto East D Avenue
1.4 km · 2 min · East D Avenue
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Turn right onto Medal of Honor Recipient Command Sergeant Major Bennie G. Adkins Highway
2350 ft · 32 sec · Medal of Honor Recipient Command Sergeant Major Bennie G. Adkins Highway
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Turn left
22.6 mi · 34 min
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Turn left onto 5th Street
2687 ft · 54 sec · 5th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North 5th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Waurika and Ringling.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
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22.6 mi · 00h 34m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Rain Showers Likely then Mostly Sunny leaving Waurika and Mostly Sunny near Ringling.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Waurika to Ringling?
The road trip is about 24.5 miles (39.5 km) and usually takes 00h 37m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Cornish is a useful midpoint, sitting about 12.2 miles from Waurika and 12.3 miles from Ringling.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 23.2 miles (37.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.3 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:14 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.29 one way or $6.59 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely then Mostly Sunny around Waurika and Mostly Sunny near Ringling.
Stop Ideas Near Cornish
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Waurika and Ringling. Straight-line distance: 23.16 mi (37.28 km).
#1 Waurika
Town in Oklahoma
| Population | 1,865 |
| Coordinates | 34.1670400, -97.9975400 |
| Altitude | 273 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Ringling
City in Jefferson County, Oklahoma, United States of America
| Population | 945 |
| Coordinates | 34.1784300, -97.5925300 |
| Altitude | 278 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ringling (-97.59253, 34.17843)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 39 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 18m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $3.29 | $6.59 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $3.71 | $7.41 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $4.02 | $8.05 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $4.71 | $9.42 |
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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