Because of Oklahoma City's central location, it has become a principal distribution center both within the state and the Southwest region as well. Interstate 35 and Interstate 40 intersect adjacent to the Central Business District. As a result of these two interstates and other interstates and highways located in Oklahoma City, it is quite easy to get to any part of the city in 20 minutes or less. This is remarkable considering that there are 608 square miles in Oklahoma City. Highways Oklahoma City is at the hub of the federal interstate and state highway systems.
Residents are very dependent on the automobile in Oklahoma City.
One person per automobile is the most common form of private transportation. Converging in the center of the area are nine highways carrying federal designations with 14 outlets. 277 - Southwest Truck Transportation Oklahoma City serves as the hub of the transcontinental highway network. More than 12,000 miles of state highways, excellent turnpikes, and the interstate system provide a vital link for state communities to all major U.S. markets. The Economic Development Division of the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce will provide a list containing the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of motor freight carriers located in the Oklahoma City area upon request.