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 Owasso, OK
Drive Time
35m
Distance
24.5 mi
39 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
Bixby, OK
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Owasso, OK
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Trip Overview
Traveling between Bixby and Owasso covers a straightforward 24.5-mile stretch across the Great Plains of Oklahoma. You can expect the drive to take approximately 35 minutes under normal conditions, making it an ideal quick day trip that requires no overnight stay. Your route utilizes a combination of the Pearl Harbor Memorial Expressway, South Memorial Drive East, and the Representative Sue Tibbs Memorial Highway. With a fuel budget of about $4, this is an economical commute that doesn't demand much in the way of logistical planning. Since the entire trip takes place within the same region, you won't encounter major environmental shifts, keeping the journey predictable and easy to manage.
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
12.3 miles from Bixby, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 18m into the drive .
Drive Character
This 24.5-mile trek offers a mixed driving experience, balancing urban corridors with faster highway segments. You will spend roughly 54% of your time on highways, with your longest uninterrupted stint spanning 12.3 miles along the Pearl Harbor Memorial Expressway. As you transition between the various memorial highways and local arteries, the feel of the road shifts from regional expressway speeds to more localized traffic flow. It is a functional, efficient drive that prioritizes directness over winding, scenic detours. Expect a consistent pace behind the wheel that gets you from point A to point B without any necessary stops along the way.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Pearl Harbor Memorial Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 12.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. 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 US 64 / South Memorial Drive East.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 8 significant decision points across 24.5 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 (US 64 / South Memorial Drive East): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.9 miles (US 64): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.3 miles (US 64; US 169; OK 364 / Creek Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 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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US 64 / South Memorial Drive East
At end of road, turn right onto US 64 / South Memorial Drive East
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
5.9 mi into trip
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~10m in
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US 64
Take the ramp onto US 64 toward US 64 West, US 169 North, OK 364 East: Tulsa
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 64 West, US 169 North, OK 364 East: T...
7
6.3 mi into trip
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~11m in
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US 64; US 169; OK 364 / Creek Turnpike
Merge onto US 64; US 169; OK 364 / Creek Turnpike toward US 64 West, US 169 North, OK 364 East: Broken Arrow, Tulsa, Owasso, Sand Springs, Joplin
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward US 64 West, US 169 North, OK 364 East: B...
8
6.9 mi into trip
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~12m in
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US 64; US 169 / Pearl Harbor Memorial Expressway
Keep slight left at fork onto US 64; US 169 / Pearl Harbor Memorial Expressway toward US 64 West, US 169 North: Tulsa
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward US 64 West, US 169 North: Tulsa
7
23.5 mi into trip
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~32m in
Take the exit toward 66th Street North, 76th Street North
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 66th Street North, 76th Street North
Towns Along This Route
Between Bixby, OK and Owasso, OK, road signs point toward Tulsa, Sand Springs and Joplin.
Tulsa
6.3 mi in
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~11m
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via US 64; US 169; OK 364
Sand Springs
6.3 mi in
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~11m
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via US 64; US 169; OK 364
Joplin
6.3 mi in
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~11m
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via US 64; US 169; OK 364
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pearl Harbor Memorial Expressway | 12.3 mi | 14m |
| South Memorial Drive East | 5.7 mi | 9m |
| Representative Sue Tibbs Memorial Highway | 3.4 mi | 4m |
| Sergeant Jeffrey Lee Drake Memorial Highway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Creek Turnpike | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| East 76th Street North | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| US 64 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| South Main Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Pearl Harbor Memorial Expressway
— 12.3 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bixby, OK and Owasso, OK.
1
Start on North Armstrong Street
121 ft
·
10 sec
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North Armstrong Street
2
Turn left onto West Dawes Avenue
0.2 mi
·
46 sec
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West Dawes Avenue
3
At end of road, turn right onto US 64
5.7 mi
·
9 min
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South Memorial Drive East
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Take the ramp onto US 64
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
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US 64
Toward US 64 West, US 169 North, OK 364 East: Tulsa
Use the slight right lane.
5
Merge onto US 64; US 169; OK 364
0.6 mi
·
41 sec
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Creek Turnpike
Toward US 64 West, US 169 North, OK 364 East: Broken Arrow, Tulsa, Owasso, Sand Springs, Joplin
Use the straight lane.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto US 64; US 169
4.9 mi
·
5 min
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Pearl Harbor Memorial Expressway
Toward US 64 West, US 169 North: Tulsa
Use the slight left lane.
7
Continue on US 64; US 169
3.4 mi
·
4 min
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Representative Sue Tibbs Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on US 169
4.5 mi
·
5 min
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Pearl Harbor Memorial Expressway
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on US 169
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Sergeant Jeffrey Lee Drake Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on US 169
2.8 mi
·
3 min
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Pearl Harbor Memorial Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward 66th Street North, 76th Street North
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn left onto East 76th Street North
0.4 mi
·
1 min
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East 76th Street North
Use the left / straight lanes.
13
Turn right onto South Main Street
0.4 mi
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1 min
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South Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Arrive at destination
North Main Street
Trip Plan
Because this is a short, 35-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You won't need to worry about planning for rest breaks since the route is direct and requires zero stops. To keep your transit smooth, keep an eye on traffic patterns when transitioning between the Pearl Harbor Memorial Expressway and the Representative Sue Tibbs Memorial Highway. Since the total fuel cost is estimated at just $4, you can easily budget for this trip without stress. Use this efficiency to your advantage by planning your arrival in Owasso for the exact time you need to be there, rather than building in extra buffer hours for long-distance fatigue.
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 12.3 miles from Bixby, OK, or about 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 12.3 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 24.5 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 12.3 miles or 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Owasso, 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 24.5 miles and 35m.
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 Pearl Harbor Memorial Expressway for about 12.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 12.3 mi from Bixby, OK · 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
12 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 24.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 12.3 miles from Bixby, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Owasso, OK
The final approach into Owasso, 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 Owasso, 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
$3.72 one way
$7.44 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $4.10 | $8.20 |
| premium | $4.80 | $4.63 | $9.25 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $5.44 | $10.89 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.04
Creek Turnpike
(0.6 mi)
$0.04
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
$4
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.4 | 0 | $2.57 | $1.18 |
| Efficient EV | 6.1 | 0 | $2.14 | $0.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.43 | $1.57 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
Owasso, OK
Afternoon in Owasso on Sunday
Local time
2:44 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°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
1 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
35m 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 Owasso, OK covers 24.5 miles and takes about 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pearl Harbor Memorial Expressway, South Memorial Drive East, Representative Sue Tibbs Memorial Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 12.3 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 $3.72 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 8 significant decision points across 24.5 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 (US 64 / South Memorial Drive East): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.9 miles (US 64): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.3 miles (US 64; US 169; OK 364 / Creek Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Bixby, OK and Owasso, OK, road signs point toward Tulsa, Sand Springs and Joplin.
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