Trip from Burns Flat, OK to Tulsa, OK

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Drive Time

3h 41m

Distance

209.6 mi

337 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$33

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min

4 AM

3h 29m ★

6 AM

3h 42m

8 AM

4h 7m

10 AM

3h 50m

12 PM

3h 48m

3 PM

3h 52m

5 PM

4h 5m

8 PM

3h 34m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

This 209.6-mile journey from Burns Flat, OK, to Tulsa, OK, is a manageable one-day drive, typically taking about 3 hours and 41 minutes. You'll navigate primarily along the Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike, Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway, and John Kilpatrick Turnpike, with highways making up 58% of the route. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $33, making it an economical option. Both your origin and destination are within the Great Plains region, suggesting a consistent landscape throughout your drive. This route offers a straightforward and efficient way to travel across Oklahoma.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

104.8 miles from Burns Flat, OK

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 52m into the drive .

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Drive Character

Expect a mixed drive on this route, with a significant 58% share of highway driving. You'll experience an uninterrupted stretch of 86.1 miles on the Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike, offering a chance to settle into a steady pace. The road's personality is largely defined by these turnpikes, providing a relatively smooth and direct path. While not exclusively a high-speed interstate grind, the majority of the drive is on well-maintained, faster roads, facilitating efficient travel between Burns Flat and Tulsa.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.

There are about 25 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 86.1 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 90 miles in.

Route Complexity 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 209.6 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 90 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 203.7 miles (I 244 / Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 208.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 15 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

90 mi into trip | ~1h 34m in

Take the exit toward Cornwell Drive, Czech Hall Road

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 137 Toward Cornwell Drive, Czech Hall Road

203.7 mi into trip | ~3h 32m in | I 244 / Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway

Keep slight left at fork onto I 244 / Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway toward I 244 East, OK 344 North: Tulsa, Sand Springs

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Exit 223A Toward I 244 East, OK 344 North: Tulsa, Sand Sp...

208.5 mi into trip | ~3h 38m in

Take the exit toward 7th Street, Downtown

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 4C Toward 7th Street, Downtown

209.1 mi into trip | ~3h 39m in | South Frisco Avenue

At end of road, turn right onto South Frisco Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

209.2 mi into trip | ~3h 40m in | West 3rd Street South

Turn left onto West 3rd Street South

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / left / right lanes.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike	86.1 mi	1h 25m
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway	78.7 mi	1h 20m
John Kilpatrick Turnpike	23.5 mi	25m
OK 44	6.5 mi	9m
Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway	4.7 mi	5m
Senator Ed Berrong Memorial Highway	2.6 mi	2m
Great Western Cattle Trail	2 mi	2m
Northwest 10th Street	1.9 mi	3m

Longest stretch: Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike — 86.1 mi, about 1h 25m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Burns Flat, OK and Tulsa, OK.

Start on OK 44

3.2 mi · 5 min · OK 44

Use the straight / right lanes.

Continue on OK 44

3.2 mi · 3 min · OK 44

Use the straight / left lanes.

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 31 sec

Toward I 40 East: Oklahoma City Use the straight / right lanes.

Merge onto I 40

2.0 mi · 2 min · Great Western Cattle Trail

Continue on I 40

24 mi · 25 min · Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 40

2.6 mi · 2 min · Senator Ed Berrong Memorial Highway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 40

55 mi · 54 min · Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 35 sec

Exit 137 Toward Cornwell Drive, Czech Hall Road Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

117 ft · 9 sec

Turn left onto North Czech Hall Road

0.2 mi · 29 sec · North Czech Hall Road

Turn right onto Northwest 10th Street

1.8 mi · 3 min · Northwest 10th Street

Continue on Northwest 10th Street

0.1 mi · 17 sec · Northwest 10th Street

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 45 sec

Toward I 344 East

Merge onto I 344

24 mi · 25 min · John Kilpatrick Turnpike

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 44

86 mi · 1 hr 25 min · Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike

Use the straight lane.

Continue on I 44; OK 66

1.2 mi · 1 min · Skelly Bypass

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 244

4.7 mi · 5 min · Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway

Exit 223A Toward I 244 East, OK 344 North: Tulsa, Sand Springs Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 35 sec

Exit 4C Toward 7th Street, Downtown Use the slight right lane.

Turn left onto South Lawton Avenue West

0.1 mi · 23 sec · South Lawton Avenue West

Use the left lane.

Turn straight onto West Heavy Traffic Way South

0.1 mi · 25 sec · West Heavy Traffic Way South

Use the straight / sharp right lanes.

Continue on West 2nd Street South

0.1 mi · 26 sec · West 2nd Street South

At end of road, turn right onto South Frisco Avenue

386 ft · 20 sec · South Frisco Avenue

Use the right lane.

Turn left onto West 3rd Street South

0.3 mi · 1 min · West 3rd Street South

Use the straight / left / right lanes.

Turn left onto South Boulder Avenue West

390 ft · 15 sec · South Boulder Avenue West

Use the straight / left / right lanes.

Arrive at destination

South Boulder Avenue West

Trip Plan

For this 3-hour and 41-minute drive, departing in the morning will give you ample time to reach Tulsa without feeling rushed. With only one recommended stop and a total distance of 209.6 miles, you have flexibility in pacing. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the longest stretch without a major break is 86.1 miles on the Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike. The estimated fuel cost of $33 is a good budget to keep in mind. Consider a brief stop before you begin the 86.1-mile turnpike segment to ensure you're well-prepared for that longer stretch.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 104.8 miles from Burns Flat, OK, or about 1h 52m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 86.1 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 80 miles or 1h 24m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 104.8 miles or 1h 52m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Tulsa, OK than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Burns Flat, OK so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Burns Flat, OK

This is one driving day of about 209.6 miles and 3h 41m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Burns Flat, OK.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike for about 86.1 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 104.8 mi from Burns Flat, OK · 1h 52m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Wichita Falls, TX

105 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

Wichita Falls, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Wichita Falls, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 104.8 miles from Burns Flat, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 86.1 miles.

Arriving in Tulsa, OK

The final approach into Tulsa, 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 Tulsa, 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

$32.77 one way

$65.54 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 73 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.36	$35.98	$71.96
premium	$4.89	$40.34	$80.67
diesel	$5.61	$46.28	$92.55

Estimated Tolls: $5.49

Turner Turnpike (86.1 mi) $4.31

Kilpatrick Turnpike (23.5 mi) $1.18

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

$33

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$63–$88

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 73.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	62.9	0	$22.01	$10.06
Efficient EV	52.4	0	$18.34	$8.38
EV Truck/SUV	83.8	1	$29.34	$13.41

Gas CO2

73 kg

EV CO2

25 kg (66% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 5 days ago

Origin

Burns Flat, OK

Late night in Burns Flat on Wednesday

Local time

1:50 AM

CDT

Current temp

84°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Tulsa, OK

Late night in Tulsa on Wednesday

Local time

1:50 AM

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

31 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

3h 41m 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 Burns Flat, OK to Tulsa, OK covers 209.6 miles and takes about 3h 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike, Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway, John Kilpatrick Turnpike. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 104.8 miles from Burns Flat, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $32.77 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

The route from Burns Flat, OK to Tulsa, OK does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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Trip from Burns Flat, OK to Tulsa, OK

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Tulsa, OK

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Burns Flat, OK

Tulsa, OK

Same local time

31 degrees cooler at arrival

3h 41m on the road

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