Origin
Broken Arrow, OK
Morning in Broken Arrow on Friday
Local time
11:35 AM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Broken Arrow, OK to Tahlequah, OK
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 10m
Distance
61.1 mi
98 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 5m
★
6 AM
1h 11m
8 AM
1h 22m
10 AM
1h 15m
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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Tahlequah, OK
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Trip Overview
The drive from Broken Arrow, OK to Tahlequah, OK covers 61.1 miles and takes about 1h 10m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Muskogee Turnpike, East Shawnee Bypass, US 62 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 33.4 miles on Muskogee Turnpike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.55 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 10m. Total distance: 61.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (76%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 10m highway drive covering 61.1 miles, with most of the trip on Muskogee Turnpike and East Shawnee Bypass. The longest continuous stretch is about 33.4 miles on Muskogee Turnpike.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Muskogee Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 33.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Muskogee Turnpike and East Shawnee Bypass. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near East Kenosha Street North.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 61.1 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (East Kenosha Street North): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 36.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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
0.6 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.
7
1.6 mi into trip
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~4m in
Take the ramp toward OK 51 East: Broken Arrow Expressway East
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward OK 51 East: Broken Arrow Expressway East
7
36.2 mi into trip
|
~37m in
Take the exit toward US 62 East: Fort Gibson, Tahlequah
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the sharp right lane.
Toward US 62 East: Fort Gibson, Tahlequah
5
36.4 mi into trip
|
~37m in
|
US 62 / East Shawnee Bypass
Merge onto US 62 / East Shawnee Bypass
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
57 mi into trip
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~1h 2m in
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US 62; OK 10; OK 82 / South Muskogee Avenue
Enter roundabout onto US 62; OK 10; OK 82 / South Muskogee Avenue toward US 62 East, OK 10 North
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 62 East, OK 10 North
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Muskogee Turnpike | 33.4 mi | 31m |
| East Shawnee Bypass | 7.6 mi | 9m |
| US 62 | 7.4 mi | 8m |
| OK 10 | 5.6 mi | 7m |
| South Muskogee Avenue | 4.1 mi | 7m |
| Disabled American Veterans Highway | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| East Kenosha Street North | 1 mi | 2m |
| North Main Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Muskogee Turnpike
— 33.4 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Broken Arrow, OK and Tahlequah, 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
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
East Kenosha Street North
Use the right lane.
3
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
Toward OK 51 East: Broken Arrow Expressway East
Use the left lane.
4
Merge onto OK 51
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Disabled American Veterans Highway
5
Continue on OK 351
33 mi
·
31 min
·
Muskogee Turnpike
Toward OK 351 East: Muskogee, Fort Smith
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward US 62 East: Fort Gibson, Tahlequah
Use the sharp right lane.
7
Merge onto US 62
7.6 mi
·
9 min
·
East Shawnee Bypass
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on US 62; OK 10
3.3 mi
·
3 min
·
US 62; OK 10
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Continue on OK 10; US 62
0.5 mi
·
34 sec
·
OK 10; US 62
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Continue on OK 10; US 62
3.4 mi
·
3 min
·
OK 10; US 62
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on US 62; OK 10
4.0 mi
·
4 min
·
US 62; OK 10
12
Continue on OK 10; US 62
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
OK 10; US 62
13
Enter roundabout onto US 62; OK 10; OK 82
118 ft
·
2 sec
·
South Muskogee Avenue
Toward US 62 East, OK 10 North
14
Continue on US 62; OK 10; OK 82
4.1 mi
·
7 min
·
South Muskogee Avenue
Toward US 62 East, OK 10 North
Use the left / straight lanes.
15
Arrive at destination
North Muskogee Avenue;ᎫᏐ ᎦᎳᏅᏛ
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 30.6 mi from Broken Arrow, OK · 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.6 miles from Broken Arrow, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Tahlequah, OK
The final approach into Tahlequah, OK usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.55 one way
$19.10 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.49 | $20.98 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.76 | $23.52 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.49 | $26.98 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.34
Muskogee Turnpike
(33.4 mi)
$2.34
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Tolls
$2
Total
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.3 | 0 | $6.42 | $2.93 |
| Efficient EV | 15.3 | 0 | $5.35 | $2.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.4 | 0 | $8.55 | $3.91 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Tahlequah, OK
Morning in Tahlequah on Friday
Local time
11:35 AM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
16 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
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 Tahlequah, OK covers 61.1 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 Muskogee Turnpike, East Shawnee Bypass, US 62. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 30.6 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 $9.55 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 61.1 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (East Kenosha Street North): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 36.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Broken Arrow, OK to Tahlequah, OK does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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