Origin
Broken Arrow, OK
Afternoon in Broken Arrow on Sunday
Local time
4:00 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Broken Arrow, OK to Barnsdall, OK
Drive Time
1h 10m
Distance
52.4 mi
84 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 5m
★
6 AM
1h 11m
8 AM
1h 22m
10 AM
1h 14m
12 PM
1h 13m
3 PM
1h 15m
5 PM
1h 21m
8 PM
1h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Broken Arrow, OK
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Barnsdall, OK
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion from Broken Arrow to Barnsdall, you are looking at a manageable 52.4-mile journey across the Oklahoma Great Plains. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 10 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect day trip that does not require an overnight stay. You will navigate a combination of routes, primarily utilizing OK 11, the Cherokee Expressway, and North Cincinnati Avenue. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $8, this drive is as easy on your wallet as it is on your schedule. Whether you are heading out for business or a change of scenery, the simplicity of this trip allows for a stress-free travel experience within the state.
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
26.2 miles from Broken Arrow, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 34m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip offers a mixed driving profile, transitioning between faster highway segments and local road travel. You will spend roughly 53% of your time on highways, providing a balanced experience that keeps you moving while avoiding the monotony of a long-haul interstate trek. Keep in mind that the longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 14-mile segment on OK 11. As you navigate the transition from Broken Arrow toward Barnsdall, the road conditions shift, requiring you to stay attentive as you move between the expressway and local thoroughfares. It is a straightforward drive that blends efficient transit with the practical realities of regional Oklahoma infrastructure.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
OK 11 is the longest continuous segment at about 14 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 0.4 miles in near North Elm Place.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 52.4 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 0.4 miles (North Elm Place): Lane positioning matters here; at 10 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0.4 mi into trip
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~1m in
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North Elm Place
At end of road, turn right onto North Elm Place
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
10 mi into trip
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~13m in
Take the exit toward I 244, US 412: Joplin, Oklahoma City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 244, US 412: Joplin, Oklahoma City
8
10.1 mi into trip
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~14m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 244 West, US 412 West: Oklahoma City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 244 West, US 412 West: Oklahoma City
7
11.2 mi into trip
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~15m in
Take the exit toward OK 11 West: Tulsa International Airport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 12B
Toward OK 11 West: Tulsa International Airport
7
16.4 mi into trip
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~21m in
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OK 11
Take the exit onto OK 11 toward US 75 North, OK 11 West: Bartlesville
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 US 75 North, OK 11 West: Bartlesville
Towns Along This Route
Between Broken Arrow, OK and Barnsdall, OK, road signs point toward Oklahoma City and Skiatook.
Oklahoma City
10 mi in
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~13m
Skiatook
28.2 mi in
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~36m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| OK 11 | 14 mi | 19m |
| Cherokee Expressway | 9.2 mi | 11m |
| North Cincinnati Avenue | 6.3 mi | 8m |
| Private First Class Albert E. Schwab, Medal of Honor Memorial Highway | 4.6 mi | 5m |
| East 146th Street North | 4.1 mi | 5m |
| Representative Sue Tibbs Memorial Highway | 2.8 mi | 3m |
| Broken Arrow Expressway | 2.6 mi | 2m |
| Chapelle Family Memorial Highway | 2.2 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
OK 11
— 14 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Broken Arrow, OK and Barnsdall, OK.
1
Start on North Main Street
63 ft
·
6 sec
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North Main Street
2
Turn right onto West Broadway Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
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West Broadway Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
At end of road, turn right onto North Elm Place
1.3 mi
·
2 min
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North Elm Place
Use the right lane.
4
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward OK 51 West
Use the left lane.
5
Merge onto OK 51
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Disabled American Veterans Highway
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on OK 51
380 ft
·
5 sec
·
Representative David Brumbaugh Memorial Bridge
7
Continue on OK 51
2.6 mi
·
2 min
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Broken Arrow Expressway
Use the straight lane.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
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33 sec
Toward US 169 North: Owasso
Use the slight right lane.
9
Merge onto US 169
2.8 mi
·
3 min
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Representative Sue Tibbs Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on US 169
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Pearl Harbor Memorial Expressway
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
7 sec
Toward I 244, US 412: Joplin, Oklahoma City
Use the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
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37 sec
Toward I 244 West, US 412 West: Oklahoma City
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto I 244; US 412
0.6 mi
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42 sec
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Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway
14
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
44 sec
Exit 12B
Toward OK 11 West: Tulsa International Airport
Use the slight right lane.
15
Continue on OK 11
4.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Private First Class Albert E. Schwab, Medal of Honor Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit onto OK 11
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
OK 11
Toward US 75 North, OK 11 West: Bartlesville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Merge onto OK 11; US 75
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Chapelle Family Memorial Highway
Toward OK 11 North, US 75 North: Bartlesville
Use the straight lane.
18
Continue on US 75
9.2 mi
·
11 min
·
Cherokee Expressway
Toward US 75 North: Bartlesville
Use the straight lane.
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward OK 20: Collinsville, Skiatook
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Turn left onto OK 20
4.1 mi
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5 min
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East 146th Street North
Toward OK 20 West: Skiatook
Use the straight / left lanes.
21
Turn right onto OK 11
6.3 mi
·
8 min
·
North Cincinnati Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
22
Continue on OK 11
12 mi
·
17 min
·
OK 11
Use the straight / right lanes.
23
Continue on OK 11
1.1 mi
·
2 min
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OK 11
Use the straight lane.
24
Arrive at destination
5th Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best without worrying about complex pacing or overnight logistics. Because there are no designated stops on this 1 hour and 10-minute route, ensure you have your fuel levels checked before you leave, as the $8 estimate assumes a direct drive. If you prefer to avoid potential congestion, consider checking traffic reports for the Cherokee Expressway before you head out. Keep an eye on your navigation as you switch from the expressway to North Cincinnati Avenue to ensure you stay on track. Taking advantage of the route's simplicity is your best strategy for a smooth arrival in Barnsdall.
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 26.2 miles from Broken Arrow, OK, or about 34m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 14 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 52.4 miles or 1h 10m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 26.2 miles or 34m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Barnsdall, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Broken Arrow, 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 Broken Arrow, OK
This is one driving day of about 52.4 miles and 1h 10m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Broken Arrow, 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 OK 11 for about 14 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.2 mi from Broken Arrow, OK · 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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
Arriving in Barnsdall, OK
The final approach into Barnsdall, 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 Barnsdall, 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
$7.96 one way
$15.92 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $8.77 | $17.55 |
| premium | $4.80 | $9.89 | $19.78 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $11.64 | $23.28 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.7 | 0 | $5.50 | $2.52 |
| Efficient EV | 13.1 | 0 | $4.59 | $2.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21 | 0 | $7.34 | $3.35 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Barnsdall, OK
Afternoon in Barnsdall on Sunday
Local time
4:00 PM
CDT
Current temp
51°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
2 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 10m 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 Broken Arrow, OK to Barnsdall, OK covers 52.4 miles and takes about 1h 10m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are OK 11, Cherokee Expressway, North Cincinnati Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26.2 miles from Broken Arrow, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.96 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 16 significant decision points across 52.4 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 0.4 miles (North Elm Place): Lane positioning matters here; at 10 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Broken Arrow, OK and Barnsdall, OK, road signs point toward Oklahoma City and Skiatook.
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