Origin
Broken Arrow, OK
Afternoon in Broken Arrow on Sunday
Local time
2:57 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Broken Arrow, OK to Claremore, OK
Drive Time
33m
Distance
24.4 mi
39 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 31m
★
6 AM
0h 33m
8 AM
0h 39m
10 AM
0h 35m
12 PM
0h 35m
3 PM
0h 36m
5 PM
0h 39m
8 PM
0h 32m
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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Claremore, OK
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion through the Oklahoma Great Plains, the 24.4-mile trip from Broken Arrow to Claremore is a straightforward commute. You can easily complete this drive in about 33 minutes, making it a perfect one-day outing that requires no overnight stay. Navigating this route involves a combination of the Creek Turnpike, the Will Rogers Turnpike, and South Lynn Riggs Boulevard. Budgeting around $4 for fuel should comfortably cover your travel expenses for this short distance. Because both cities are firmly within the same region, you won't need to worry about major environmental transitions, allowing for a predictable and efficient journey.
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
12.2 miles from Broken Arrow, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 16m into the drive .
Drive Character
This 24.4-mile trip offers a mixed driving profile, balancing regional highway efficiency with local access roads. Approximately 58% of your time will be spent on highways, providing a steady pace for the majority of the journey. You will encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch along a 7.2-mile section of the Will Rogers Turnpike, which allows for consistent cruising. As you move between these two cities, the road character shifts from the structured flow of major turnpikes to the more localized feel of South Lynn Riggs Boulevard. Expect a practical, no-nonsense experience that prioritizes direct travel over winding scenery.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Will Rogers Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 7.2 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 0.6 miles in near East Kenosha Street North.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 24.4 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 0.6 miles (East Kenosha Street North): Lane positioning matters here; at 4 miles (OK 364 / Creek Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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
0.6 mi into trip
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~1m in
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East Kenosha Street North
At end of road, turn right onto East Kenosha Street North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
4 mi into trip
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~8m in
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OK 364 / Creek Turnpike
Merge onto OK 364 / Creek Turnpike toward Joplin
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward Joplin
8
17.8 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Take the exit toward OK 266 West: Claremore, Port of Catoosa
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.
Exit 248
Toward OK 266 West: Claremore, Port of Catoosa
8
18 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Keep slight left at fork toward PIKEPASS Only
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward PIKEPASS Only
8
18.6 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Take the exit toward OK 66: Claremore, Catoosa
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 OK 66: Claremore, Catoosa
Towns Along This Route
Between Broken Arrow, OK and Claremore, OK, road signs point toward Joplin, Port Of Catoosa, Pikepass Only and Catoosa.
Joplin
4 mi in
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~8m
|
via OK 364
Port Of Catoosa
17.8 mi in
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~22m
Pikepass Only
18 mi in
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~22m
Catoosa
18.6 mi in
|
~23m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Will Rogers Turnpike | 7.2 mi | 7m |
| Creek Turnpike | 6.6 mi | 6m |
| South Lynn Riggs Boulevard | 5.5 mi | 8m |
| East Kenosha Street North | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| North Main Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| OK 266 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| West Will Rogers Boulevard | <0.1 mi | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Will Rogers Turnpike
— 7.2 mi, about 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Broken Arrow, OK and Claremore, OK.
1
Start on North Main Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
At end of road, turn right onto East Kenosha Street North
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
East Kenosha Street North
Use the right lane.
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Toward OK 351 East: Joplin
4
Merge onto OK 364
6.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Creek Turnpike
Toward Joplin
Use the straight lane.
5
Continue on OK 364
7.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Will Rogers Turnpike
Toward Joplin
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 248
Toward OK 266 West: Claremore, Port of Catoosa
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward PIKEPASS Only
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on OK 266
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
OK 266
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward OK 66: Claremore, Catoosa
Use the slight right lane.
10
Turn right
162 ft
·
4 sec
Toward OK 66 East: Claremore
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Turn straight onto OK 66; US Historic 66
5.5 mi
·
8 min
·
South Lynn Riggs Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
12
Turn left onto OK 88
23 ft
·
0 sec
·
West Will Rogers Boulevard
Use the left lane.
13
Arrive at destination
OK 88
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 33-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. You won't need to worry about coordinating multiple stops, as the direct nature of the route means you can complete it in one go without needing a break. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before you head out, though a $4 budget is sufficient for the trip. Given that the route is short, try to time your drive to avoid local peak traffic hours on the turnpikes to ensure the smoothest possible transition. Utilizing the Will Rogers Turnpike efficiently is your best strategy for keeping the drive time as close to that 33-minute mark as possible.
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 12.2 miles from Broken Arrow, OK, or about 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 7.2 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 24.4 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 12.2 miles or 16m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Claremore, 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 24.4 miles and 33m.
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 Will Rogers Turnpike for about 7.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 12.2 mi from Broken Arrow, OK · 16m 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
Arriving in Claremore, OK
The final approach into Claremore, 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 Claremore, 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
$3.71 one way
$7.41 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $4.09 | $8.17 |
| premium | $4.80 | $4.61 | $9.21 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $5.42 | $10.84 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.82
Creek Turnpike
(6.6 mi)
$0.46
Will Rogers Turnpike
(7.2 mi)
$0.36
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
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.5 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 | 7.3 | 0 | $2.56 | $1.17 |
| Efficient EV | 6.1 | 0 | $2.14 | $0.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.42 | $1.56 |
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
Claremore, OK
Afternoon in Claremore on Sunday
Local time
2:57 PM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
63°F
Paris, TX
12 mi in
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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
33m 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 Claremore, OK covers 24.4 miles and takes about 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Will Rogers Turnpike, Creek Turnpike, South Lynn Riggs Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 12.2 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 $3.71 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 24.4 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 0.6 miles (East Kenosha Street North): Lane positioning matters here; at 4 miles (OK 364 / Creek Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Broken Arrow, OK and Claremore, OK, road signs point toward Joplin, Port Of Catoosa, Pikepass Only and Catoosa.
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