Getting around Guthrie, Oklahoma is simplest by car, on foot in the city centre, or with local transit arranged ahead. From Interstate Motel rooms, the city centre is about four minutes by car or 32 minutes on foot.
- Guthrie city centre: about four minutes by car from the motel
- Walking to the city centre: about 32 minutes from the motel
- First Capital Trolley offers scheduled-route and demand-response transportation
- Uber trips can be requested through its app; pickup waits may be longer than in larger cities
The basic layout of Guthrie
Guthrie’s historic district occupies the area between the railroad tracks and four named streets. The American Planning Association describes its boundaries as Oklahoma Avenue to the north, Broad Street to the east, Harrison Avenue to the south and the railroad tracks to the west.
Downtown is the main visitor area referenced in this guide. Eight bike racks are placed in downtown parking spaces. For ideas on what to see as you explore the centre on foot, read what to see in Guthrie’s historic downtown.
How do you get from the motel to downtown?
Driving takes about four minutes from Interstate Motel to Guthrie city centre; walking takes about 32 minutes from the motel. Those are the available travel-time options for reaching the centre, so choose between them based on how you plan to get around once there.
If you are planning several downtown stops, you can pair the trip with a one-day Guthrie itinerary for history and downtown stops. The itinerary can help you think through which destinations to group together, while the city-centre travel time gives you a starting point for the journey.
Walking in and around the city centre
Walking is an option for reaching the city centre from Interstate Motel, with a travel time of about 32 minutes. Once downtown, the historic district’s boundaries provide a clear outline for orienting yourself: the railroad tracks mark the west side, while Oklahoma Avenue, Broad Street and Harrison Avenue mark the north, east and south sides.
Guthrie’s municipal code has a chapter titled “Streets, Sidewalks and Other Public Areas,” with articles covering curb locations and sidewalk construction. The City of Guthrie Street Division handles public streets, alleys and rights-of-way, including street cleaning, striping, signage, construction projects, and snow and ice removal from streets.
Parking and local transport checks
Check First Capital Trolley’s official site before you go for current schedules, fares and service details.
First Capital Trolley provides scheduled-route and demand-response transportation for Guthrie. Its Logan County on-demand service runs Monday through Saturday from 6 AM to 10 PM, offers same-day service and requires you to call to schedule a ride.
Within Guthrie’s on-demand route boundaries, the fare is $3 for the first person and $0.50 for each additional person. The service is open to the public, and its vehicles are wheelchair friendly.
For service across Logan, Lincoln and Payne Counties, First Capital Trolley runs Monday through Friday from 6 AM to 6 PM. Saturday service is limited and subject to availability, so schedule it one week ahead.
The service does not operate on 89er Day, July 4, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day or New Year’s Day. You can call 405-282-6000 or 888-876-5591 to schedule; its physical address is 311 Airport Road, Guthrie, OK 73044.
Uber lets you request a trip in Guthrie through its app, but pickup times may be longer than in larger cities. Allow for that possibility when planning a trip that depends on a quick pickup.
Choosing the right option for your visit
Choose driving for the quickest stated trip from Interstate Motel to the city centre, walking if you are comfortable with the 32-minute journey, or First Capital Trolley if its schedule and booking arrangements suit your plans. Uber is another app-based option, though pickup times may be longer than in larger cities.
For a visit focused on downtown, use the historic district’s street boundaries to frame your route and group nearby stops. If you need a ride, arrange First Capital Trolley service by phone and check its current operating details before setting out.
FAQs
Does First Capital Trolley serve areas beyond Guthrie?
Yes. First Capital Trolley serves Logan, Lincoln and Payne Counties, as well as providing transportation in Guthrie. The service has operated since 1988.
Can you use First Capital Trolley on Saturdays?
Its Logan County on-demand service operates Monday through Saturday. Saturday service across Logan, Lincoln and Payne Counties is limited, depends on availability and should be scheduled one week ahead.
Are there bike racks downtown?
Yes. Eight bike racks are placed in downtown parking spaces.