McAlester to Oklahoma City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

105.3 miles 169.5 km · straight line
129.8 miles actual route 208.9 km · driving distance
2h 17min estimated drive time
$12 - $15 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
291° WNW bearing direction

How far is McAlester from Oklahoma City?

The distance from McAlester to Oklahoma City is 105.3 miles (169.5 km) as the crow flies. Oklahoma City is located WNW of McAlester. By car, the driving distance is approximately 129.8 miles, taking about 2h 17min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. Both are located in United States.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for McAlester and Oklahoma City. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from McAlester to Oklahoma City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 17min $12 - $15 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 44min $10–$19* Budget
Train ~2h 10min $16–$45* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between McAlester & Oklahoma City

Quick Facts

McAlester
34.93°N, 95.77°W
America/Chicago
224m elevation
Oklahoma City
35.47°N, 97.52°W
America/Chicago
366m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 35 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 236.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM