This 171.8-mile journey from Calera, OK, to Broken Arrow, OK, is designed for a single day of travel, taking approximately 3 hours and 21 minutes. Primarily utilizing US 69, the Indian Nation Turnpike, and Trooper William McClendon Memorial Highway, you'll find about 79% of this drive is on highways, making for a straightforward trip. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $27, and with only one recommended stop, it's an efficient excursion. Both your origin and destination are within the Great Plains region, so expect a consistent landscape. This drive offers a practical way to cover ground within 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
85.9 miles from Calera, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 37m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 21m. Total distance: 171.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for most of this 171.8-mile trip, with 79% of your travel on well-maintained roads. You'll encounter a significant stretch of 72.3 miles on US 69 without interruption, allowing for consistent progress. The mix of major highways provides a predictable driving rhythm for the majority of the 3-hour, 21-minute journey. While largely highway-based, the route offers a steady pace rather than a challenging or highly varied landscape.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 28 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 69 is the longest continuous segment at about 72.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 69 and Indian Nation Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 75.1 miles in.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 171.8 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 75.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 157.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 165.7 miles (US 64; US 169 / Pearl Harbor Memorial Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 22 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
75.1 mi into trip|~1h 26m in
Take the exit toward OK 375 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the sharp right lane.
Toward OK 375 North
6
157.2 mi into trip|~3h in
Take the exit toward OK 364 Toll East: Creek Turnpike
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward OK 364 Toll East: Creek Turnpike
8
165.7 mi into trip|~3h 10m in|US 64; US 169 / Pearl Harbor Memorial Expressway
Keep slight left at fork onto US 64; US 169 / Pearl Harbor Memorial Expressway toward US 64 West, US 169 North: Tulsa
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward US 64 West, US 169 North: Tulsa
7
167.4 mi into trip|~3h 12m in
Take the exit toward East 81st Street South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the sharp right lane.
Toward East 81st Street South
6
171 mi into trip|~3h 19m in|South Elm Place
Turn left onto South Elm Place
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Calera, OK and Broken Arrow, OK, road signs point toward Okmulgee and Tulsa.
Okmulgee
116.9 mi in|~2h 7m|via I 40 Business; US 62; US 75
Tulsa
118.3 mi in|~2h 9m|via US 62; US 75
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 69
72.3 mi
1h 22m
Indian Nation Turnpike
41.5 mi
39m
Trooper William McClendon Memorial Highway
13.8 mi
16m
Colonel John L. Hillman Parkway
10.7 mi
12m
Okmulgee Beeline
9.3 mi
11m
Creek Turnpike
8 mi
9m
South Wood Drive
5.1 mi
9m
West Houston Street
3 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
US 69
— 72.3 mi, about 1h 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Calera, OK and Broken Arrow, OK.
1
Start on North McKinley Avenue
197 ft·13 sec·North McKinley Avenue
2
Turn left onto West Main Street
0.2 mi·30 sec·West Main Street
3
Turn left onto North Service Road
0.3 mi·37 sec·North Service Road
4
Take the ramp
237 ft·5 sec
Toward US 69 North, US 75 North
5
Merge onto US 69; US 75
24 mi·25 min·US 69; US 75
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on US 69; US 75
5.9 mi·6 min·US 69; US 75
Toward US 69 North, US 75 North: AtokaUse the straight / left / right lanes.
7
Continue on US 69; US 75
2.3 mi·3 min·South Jefferson Street
Toward US 69 North, US 75 North: AtokaUse the straight / right lanes.
8
Continue on US 69; US 75
36 mi·41 min·US 69; US 75
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Continue on US 69
6.6 mi·8 min·US 69
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi·31 sec
Toward OK 375 NorthUse the sharp right lane.
11
Merge onto OK 375
42 mi·39 min·Indian Nation Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on I 40 Business; US 62; US 75
1.4 mi·2 min·I 40 Business; US 62; US 75
Toward US 62 East, US 75 North, I 40 Business West: Henryetta, OkmulgeeUse the left / straight lanes.
13
Continue on US 62; US 75
10 mi·12 min·Colonel John L. Hillman Parkway
Toward US 62 East, US 75 North: Okmulgee, TulsaUse the straight lane.
14
Continue on US 62; US 75
5.1 mi·9 min·South Wood Drive
Toward US 62 East, US 75 North: Okmulgee, TulsaUse the straight / right lanes.
15
Continue on US 75
0.5 mi·35 sec·Colonel John L. Hillman Parkway
Toward US 75 North: TulsaUse the straight / right lanes.
16
Continue on US 75
14 mi·16 min·Trooper William McClendon Memorial Highway
Toward US 75 North: TulsaUse the straight / sharp right lanes.
17
Continue on US 75
9.3 mi·11 min·Okmulgee Beeline
Toward US 75 North: TulsaUse the straight / right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.4 mi·49 sec
Toward OK 364 Toll East: Creek TurnpikeUse the slight right lane.
19
Merge onto OK 364
8.0 mi·9 min·Creek Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Keep slight left at fork onto US 64; US 169
1.7 mi·1 min·Pearl Harbor Memorial Expressway
Toward US 64 West, US 169 North: TulsaUse the slight left lane.
21
Continue on US 64; US 169
453 ft·6 sec·Corporal Jared Shoemaker Memorial Bridge
22
Take the exit
0.3 mi·37 sec
Toward East 81st Street SouthUse the sharp right lane.
23
Turn left onto East 81st Street South
0.3 mi·44 sec·East 81st Street South
Use the straight / left lanes.
24
Continue on West Houston Street
3.0 mi·5 min·West Houston Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
25
Turn left onto South Elm Place
0.4 mi·50 sec·South Elm Place
Use the left lane.
26
Turn right onto West Broadway Avenue
0.4 mi·1 min·West Broadway Avenue
Use the straight / left lanes.
27
Turn left onto North Main Street
63 ft·2 sec·North Main Street
28
Arrive at destination
North Main Street
Trip Plan
With a total duration of just over 3 hours, this drive from Calera to Broken Arrow is easily manageable in one day. Aim to depart in the morning to take advantage of daylight and fewer traffic concerns. The route has a relatively low stop count, so plan for a brief break during your longest stretch on US 69. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before beginning the 72.3-mile segment on US 69, as finding services can be less frequent in some stretches. Your estimated fuel cost is $27, so factor that into your travel budget.
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 85.9 miles from Calera, OK, or about 1h 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 72.3 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 38 miles or 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 85.9 miles or 1h 37m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 40m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Broken Arrow, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Calera, 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 Calera, OK
This is one driving day of about 171.8 miles and 3h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 38 miles from Calera, 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 US 69 for about 72.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 85.9 mi from Calera, OK
· 1h 37m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$26.86 one way
$53.72 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg60 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$29.49
$58.98
premium
$4.89
$33.06
$66.12
diesel
$5.61
$37.93
$75.86
Estimated Tolls: $3.47
Indian Nation Turnpike
(41.5 mi)$2.91
Creek Turnpike
(8 mi)$0.56
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
$27
Tolls
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 60.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
51.5
0
$18.04
$8.25
Efficient EV
43
0
$15.03
$6.87
EV Truck/SUV
68.7
0
$24.05
$11.00
Gas CO2
60 kg
EV CO2
20 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Calera, OK
Morning
in Calera on Friday
Local time
7:21 AM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Broken Arrow, OK
Morning
in Broken Arrow on Friday
Local time
7:21 AM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
73°F
Eufaula, OK
86 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
15 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 21m 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 Calera, OK to Broken Arrow, OK covers 171.8 miles and takes about 3h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 69, Indian Nation Turnpike, Trooper William McClendon Memorial Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 85.9 miles from Calera, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $26.86 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.
This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 171.8 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 75.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 157.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 165.7 miles (US 64; US 169 / Pearl Harbor Memorial Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Calera, OK and Broken Arrow, OK, road signs point toward Okmulgee and Tulsa.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from
OSRM
over
OpenStreetMap.
Fuel cost uses
EIA
weekly regional averages.
Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our
methodology page
documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
