Origin
Broken Arrow, OK
Afternoon in Broken Arrow on Sunday
Local time
4:06 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Broken Arrow, OK to Bristow, OK
Drive Time
51m
Distance
42 mi
68 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 48m
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6 AM
0h 52m
8 AM
1h 0m
10 AM
0h 55m
12 PM
0h 54m
3 PM
0h 55m
5 PM
1h 0m
8 PM
0h 49m
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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Bristow, OK
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick and straightforward transit across the Oklahoma Great Plains, the 42-mile journey from Broken Arrow to Bristow is an ideal choice. Expect to spend about 51 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. You will primarily navigate via the Creek Turnpike and the Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike before transitioning onto West Washington Street. With a fuel budget of just $6, this is an incredibly economical route to manage. Since both cities are located within the same region, you can anticipate a consistent landscape throughout the drive. It is a highly practical connection that prioritizes efficiency over complexity.
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
21 miles from Broken Arrow, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 28m into the drive .
Drive Character
This 51-minute transit is a highway-focused drive, with 82 percent of your time spent on high-speed thoroughfares. You will experience a steady pace, highlighted by a significant 20.6-mile stretch along the Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike. The road maintains a consistent, efficient feel, moving quickly from the suburban outskirts into the more open plains. Because the route relies heavily on major turnpikes, you will find it to be a smooth and predictable experience rather than a technical or winding challenge. Expect a focused, streamlined drive that gets you to your destination with minimal interruption.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 20.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike and Creek Turnpike. 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 South Elm Place.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 42 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 (South Elm Place): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6 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 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.4 mi into trip
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~1m in
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South Elm Place
At end of road, turn left onto South Elm Place
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
5.4 mi into trip
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~10m in
Turn left toward US 169 South, US 64 East
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward US 169 South, US 64 East
7
6 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 East, US 169 South, OK 364 West: Bixby, Jenks, Sapulpa, Oklahoma City
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 64 East, US 169 South, OK 364 West: B...
7
18.7 mi into trip
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~25m in
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OK 364 / Creek Turnpike
Keep slight left at fork onto OK 364 / Creek Turnpike toward I 44 West: Oklahoma City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 44 West: Oklahoma City
8
40.2 mi into trip
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~47m in
Take the exit toward OK 48, OK 66: Bristow, Keystone Lake
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 196
Toward OK 48, OK 66: Bristow, Keystone Lake
Towns Along This Route
Between Broken Arrow, OK and Bristow, OK, road signs point toward Jenks, Sapulpa and Oklahoma City.
Jenks
6 mi in
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~11m
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via US 64; US 169; OK 364
Sapulpa
6 mi in
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~11m
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via US 64; US 169; OK 364
Oklahoma City
6 mi in
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~11m
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via US 64; US 169; OK 364
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike | 20.6 mi | 19m |
| Creek Turnpike | 13.6 mi | 15m |
| West Washington Street | 3 mi | 5m |
| South Elm Place | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| US Historic 66 | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| East 91st Street South | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Pearl Harbor Memorial Expressway | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| West Broadway Avenue | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike
— 20.6 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Broken Arrow, OK and Bristow, OK.
1
Start on North Main Street
63 ft
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6 sec
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North Main Street
2
Turn right onto West Broadway Avenue
0.4 mi
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1 min
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West Broadway Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
At end of road, turn left onto South Elm Place
1.4 mi
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2 min
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South Elm Place
Use the left lane.
4
Turn right onto West Washington Street
3.0 mi
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5 min
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West Washington Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Continue on East 91st Street South
0.6 mi
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1 min
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East 91st Street South
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Turn left
0.3 mi
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31 sec
Toward US 169 South, US 64 East
Use the left lane.
7
Merge onto US 64; US 169
0.4 mi
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26 sec
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Pearl Harbor Memorial Expressway
8
Merge onto US 64; US 169; OK 364
13 mi
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14 min
·
Creek Turnpike
Toward US 64 East, US 169 South, OK 364 West: Bixby, Jenks, Sapulpa, Oklahoma City
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto OK 364
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Creek Turnpike
Toward I 44 West: Oklahoma City
Use the straight lane.
10
Merge onto I 44
21 mi
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19 min
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Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 196
Toward OK 48, OK 66: Bristow, Keystone Lake
Use the right lane.
12
At end of road, turn left onto US Historic 66; OK 48; OK 66
1.2 mi
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2 min
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US Historic 66; OK 48; OK 66
Use the straight lane.
13
Arrive at destination
OK 16; OK 48
Trip Plan
Because this is a short, 42-mile trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You will not need to plan for any scheduled stops, as the duration is under an hour, though having $6 set aside for fuel is a smart way to stay prepared. Since there are no mandatory breaks required for a drive of this length, you can easily tailor your departure to avoid local traffic bottlenecks near the turnpikes. Keep a close eye on your navigation as you transition from the Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike onto West Washington Street to ensure a smooth arrival in Bristow. Enjoy the simplicity of this direct route by keeping your itinerary light and open.
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 21 miles from Broken Arrow, OK, or about 28m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 20.6 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 42 miles or 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 21 miles or 28m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 43m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bristow, 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 42 miles and 51m.
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 Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike for about 20.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 21 mi from Broken Arrow, OK · 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 42 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21 miles from Broken Arrow, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bristow, OK
The final approach into Bristow, 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 Bristow, 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
$6.38 one way
$12.76 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $7.03 | $14.07 |
| premium | $4.80 | $7.93 | $15.86 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $9.33 | $18.66 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.98
Turner Turnpike
(20.6 mi)
$1.03
Creek Turnpike
(12.7 mi)
$0.89
Creek Turnpike
(0.9 mi)
$0.06
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
$6
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.6 | 0 | $4.41 | $2.02 |
| Efficient EV | 10.5 | 0 | $3.68 | $1.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.8 | 0 | $5.88 | $2.69 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Bristow, OK
Afternoon in Bristow on Sunday
Local time
4:06 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°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
3 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
51m 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 Bristow, OK covers 42 miles and takes about 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike, Creek Turnpike, West Washington Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 21 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 $6.38 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 10 significant decision points across 42 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 (South Elm Place): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6 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 Broken Arrow, OK and Bristow, OK, road signs point toward Jenks, Sapulpa and Oklahoma City.
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