Travel I-44 to I-35 with toll by 2027

The Newcastle Pacer By Mark Codner

May 8, 2025

I-44 to I-35 with toll by 2027

Oklahoma Turnpike Authority spokespersons Terri Angiers, David Streb and Lisa Salim met with the Newcastle Pacer on Tuesday afternoon to discuss the projected timeline of the opening of the East-to-West Connector Turnpike from U.S. Interstate 44 in Newcastle to U.S. Interstate 35 in Norman.

By the end of 2027, the new bridge across the South Canadian River will be open and Newcastle residents will be able to drive from I-44 to I-35.

That doesn’t mean all the lanes and interchanges will be open, and probably not all of the build out will be complete, but travelers will be able to pay a toll and drive that section of the proposed East-to-West Connector.

Angiers said, “As with many projects there is usually a big need before we get there.”

She noted the large amount of traffic which is already going through Newcastle and traveling either to Norman, Moore or the Oklahoma City metro areas. She also said Norman is the third largest city in the state, the Tri-City area is growing exponentially, and there is a lot of need for transportation.

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