Origin
Bixby, OK
Afternoon in Bixby on Sunday
Local time
2:44 PM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bixby, OK to Ada, OK
Drive Time
2h 25m
Distance
121.5 mi
196 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
Bixby, OK
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Ada, OK
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Trip Overview
Spanning 121.5 miles through the heart of the Great Plains, this drive from Bixby to Ada is an efficient trek that takes approximately 2 hours and 25 minutes. Since the entire trip is easily manageable in a single day, you won't need to worry about booking overnight accommodations along the way. You should budget roughly $18 for fuel to cover the distance, making this a budget-friendly excursion within Oklahoma. Your path will primarily utilize the Veterans Memorial Highway, the Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike, and West 151st Street South. Because the route is straightforward with zero scheduled stops, it is best suited for drivers who prefer a direct, no-fuss journey. Whether you are traveling for business or a quick visit, this route offers a practical connection between these two plains-region towns.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
60.8 miles from Bixby, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 13m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention as you navigate the transition between various road types. While only 26% of your journey takes place on high-speed highways, you will encounter a significant 58.2-mile stretch on the Veterans Memorial Highway, which serves as the longest uninterrupted portion of your trip. The road personality shifts from highway cruising to more technical local stretches, keeping the experience varied behind the wheel. Because of the winding nature of the local roads, you should prepare for a drive that feels more engaging and less monotonous than a standard interstate commute. Stay alert as you transition between the turnpike and local segments to ensure a smooth arrival in Ada.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Veterans Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 58.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near West 151st Street South.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 121.5 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (West 151st Street South): Lane positioning matters here; at 19.5 miles (OK 33): Lane positioning matters here; at 19.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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West 151st Street South
Turn left onto West 151st Street South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
19.5 mi into trip
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~29m in
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OK 33
Turn right onto OK 33
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
19.8 mi into trip
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~30m in
Turn left toward I 44 West: Oklahoma City
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 44 West: Oklahoma City
8
51.1 mi into trip
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~1h 1m in
Take the exit toward US 377, OK 99: Stroud, Drumright
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 179
Toward US 377, OK 99: Stroud, Drumright
7
119.2 mi into trip
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~2h 20m in
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US 377; OK 99 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Take the exit onto US 377; OK 99 / Veterans Memorial Highway toward Ada, McAlester, Tishomingo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Ada, McAlester, Tishomingo
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Bixby, OK to Ada, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Drumright along the way.
Drumright
51.1 mi in
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~1h 1m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 58.2 mi | 1h 7m |
| Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike | 31.1 mi | 30m |
| West 151st Street South | 8.2 mi | 11m |
| North A Street | 4.6 mi | 7m |
| South 8th Avenue | 3.3 mi | 3m |
| North Jim Thorpe Boulevard | 3.3 mi | 3m |
| North Milt Phillips Avenue | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| US Historic 66 | 2.9 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 58.2 mi, about 1h 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bixby, OK and Ada, OK.
1
Start on North Armstrong Street
0.2 mi
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47 sec
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North Armstrong Street
2
Turn left onto West 151st Street South
8.2 mi
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11 min
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West 151st Street South
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Continue on OK 67
1.9 mi
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3 min
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Indiana Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Turn right onto US 75 Alternate
4.6 mi
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7 min
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North A Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Turn left onto OK 66; OK 117
1.2 mi
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2 min
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West Taft Avenue
Use the left lane.
6
Continue on OK 66; OK 117
0.5 mi
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53 sec
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OK 66; OK 117
Use the straight lane.
7
Turn left onto US Historic 66; OK 33; OK 66
2.9 mi
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3 min
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US Historic 66; OK 33; OK 66
Use the straight / left lanes.
8
Turn right onto OK 33
0.3 mi
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29 sec
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OK 33
Use the right lane.
9
Turn left
0.3 mi
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34 sec
Toward I 44 West: Oklahoma City
Use the left lane.
10
Merge onto I 44
31 mi
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30 min
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Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 179
Toward US 377, OK 99: Stroud, Drumright
Use the right lane.
12
Turn right onto OK 99; US 377
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
North 8th Avenue
Use the right lane.
13
Keep slight right at fork onto OK 99; US 377
3.3 mi
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3 min
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South 8th Avenue
Use the straight lane.
14
Continue on OK 99; US 377
13 mi
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14 min
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Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Continue on OK 99; US 377
3.3 mi
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3 min
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North Jim Thorpe Boulevard
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
16
Continue on OK 99; US 377
14 mi
·
16 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
17
Continue on OK 99; US 377
2.9 mi
·
3 min
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North Milt Phillips Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Continue on US 377; OK 3E; OK 99
19 mi
·
22 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Take the exit onto US 377; OK 3E; OK 99
10 mi
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12 min
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Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
20
Take the exit onto US 377; OK 99
1.3 mi
·
2 min
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Veterans Memorial Highway
Toward Ada, McAlester, Tishomingo
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Turn right onto North Broadway Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
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North Broadway Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
22
Turn left onto East Main Street
96 ft
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1 sec
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East Main Street
23
Arrive at destination
East Main Street
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour and 25-minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though leaving early can help you avoid any mid-day traffic fluctuations. Since there are no designated stops on this route, make sure your fuel tank is ready for the full 121.5-mile haul before you head out from Bixby. Take advantage of the fact that this is a short trip by keeping your vehicle organized and your music or podcasts queued up, as you won't be pulling over for breaks. If you find the turn-heavy sections tiring, remember that the longest stretch of 58.2 miles on the Veterans Memorial Highway is your best opportunity to settle into a consistent pace. Planning your departure to avoid peak local traffic hours will make the transition onto the turnpike much more seamless.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 60.8 miles from Bixby, OK, or about 1h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 58.2 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles or 1h 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 60.8 miles or 1h 13m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 58m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Ada, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bixby, OK so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bixby, OK
This is one driving day of about 121.5 miles and 2h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bixby, OK.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Veterans Memorial Highway for about 58.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 60.8 mi from Bixby, OK · 1h 13m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
61 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 60.8 miles from Bixby, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Ada, OK
The final approach into Ada, OK usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Ada, OK.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.45 one way
$36.91 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
43 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $20.34 | $40.69 |
| premium | $4.80 | $22.94 | $45.87 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $26.99 | $53.99 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.55
Turner Turnpike
(31.1 mi)
$1.55
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 36.4 | 0 | $12.76 | $5.83 |
| Efficient EV | 30.4 | 0 | $10.63 | $4.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 48.6 | 0 | $17.01 | $7.78 |
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
14 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Ada, OK
Afternoon in Ada on Sunday
Local time
2:44 PM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
29 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 25m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Bixby, OK to Ada, OK covers 121.5 miles and takes about 2h 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Veterans Memorial Highway, Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike, West 151st Street South. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 60.8 miles from Bixby, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.45 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 121.5 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (West 151st Street South): Lane positioning matters here; at 19.5 miles (OK 33): Lane positioning matters here; at 19.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Bixby, OK to Ada, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Drumright along the way.
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