Origin
Claremore, OK
Afternoon in Claremore on Sunday
Local time
1:36 PM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Claremore, OK to Copeland, OK
Drive Time
1h 6m
Distance
59.1 mi
95 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
Photo: Daniel's Richard
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick trip across the Great Plains of Oklahoma, the 59.1-mile journey from Claremore to Copeland is an efficient choice. You can comfortably complete this drive in about 1 hour and 6 minutes, making it an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. Budgeting around $9 for fuel should cover your travel costs, keeping the trip very affordable. Since the route relies heavily on major thoroughfares, you will find it to be a straightforward and practical connection between these two points. It is a no-nonsense transit experience perfect for those who prioritize speed and reliability over wandering backroads.
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
29.6 miles from Claremore, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 32m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive, as 95 percent of this route consists of high-speed transit. You will spend a significant portion of your time on the Will Rogers Turnpike, which accounts for your longest uninterrupted stretch of 47.7 miles. The transition from the turnpike to US 59 and West Patti Page Boulevard marks the shift from major interstate travel to the final approach into Copeland. Behind the wheel, you will experience a steady, consistent pace with very little variation in the road's personality. It is a functional, efficient drive that minimizes the need for technical maneuvering or navigating complex intersections.
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.
Will Rogers Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 47.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Will Rogers Turnpike and US 59. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near South Cherokee Avenue.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 59.1 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 0.1 miles (South Cherokee Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.2 miles (OK 20 / West Patti Page Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 49.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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South Cherokee Avenue
Turn right onto South Cherokee Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
6
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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OK 20 / West Patti Page Boulevard
Turn left onto OK 20 / West Patti Page Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
8
49.9 mi into trip
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~52m in
Take the exit toward US 59, US 60: Fairland, Grove, Afton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 302
Toward US 59, US 60: Fairland, Grove, Afton
8
50.1 mi into trip
|
~53m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Cash Only
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward Cash Only
9
50.4 mi into trip
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~53m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 59 South, US 60 West, US 69 South: Afton, Grove
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 59 South, US 60 West, US 69 South: Af...
Towns Along This Route
Between Claremore, OK and Copeland, OK, road signs point toward Grove, Afton and Cash Only.
Grove
49.9 mi in
|
~52m
Afton
49.9 mi in
|
~52m
Cash Only
50.1 mi in
|
~53m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Will Rogers Turnpike | 47.7 mi | 47m |
| US 59 | 8.4 mi | 11m |
| West Patti Page Boulevard | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| East Will Rogers Boulevard | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| West Will Rogers Boulevard | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Cherokee Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East 250 Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Will Rogers Turnpike
— 47.7 mi, about 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Claremore, OK and Copeland, OK.
1
Start on OK 88
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
West Will Rogers Boulevard
Use the straight / left lanes.
2
Turn right onto South Cherokee Avenue
355 ft
·
17 sec
·
South Cherokee Avenue
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
3
Turn left onto OK 20
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Patti Page Boulevard
Use the straight / left lanes.
4
Continue on OK 20
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
·
East Will Rogers Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward I 44: Tulsa, Joplin
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Continue on this road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
this road
7
Merge onto I 44
48 mi
·
47 min
·
Will Rogers Turnpike
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 302
Toward US 59, US 60: Fairland, Grove, Afton
Use the right lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
Toward Cash Only
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
this road
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward US 59 South, US 60 West, US 69 South: Afton, Grove
Use the slight right lane.
12
Turn straight onto US 59; US 60; US 69; US Historic 66
0.6 mi
·
56 sec
·
US 59; US 60; US 69; US Historic 66
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
13
Turn left onto US 59
7.8 mi
·
10 min
·
US 59
Toward US 69 South: Grove
14
Turn sharp right onto East 250 Road
303 ft
·
5 sec
·
East 250 Road
15
Arrive at destination
East 250 Road
Trip Plan
Because this is a short, 1-hour drive with zero planned stops, you have plenty of flexibility to depart whenever suits your schedule best. You will not need to worry about complex pacing or overnight logistics, allowing you to focus entirely on the road ahead. Since you are spending nearly the entire trip on highways, ensure your vehicle is prepared for sustained speeds before you leave Claremore. A helpful tip for this specific route is to keep an eye on your fuel gauge before merging onto the Will Rogers Turnpike, as the long 47.7-mile stretch offers limited opportunities to pull off for service. Planning for this single, long highway segment will ensure your journey to Copeland remains smooth and stress-free.
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 29.6 miles from Claremore, OK, or about 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 47.7 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 59.1 miles or 1h 6m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 29.6 miles or 32m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Copeland, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Claremore, 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 Claremore, OK
This is one driving day of about 59.1 miles and 1h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Claremore, 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 47.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.6 mi from Claremore, OK · 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 59.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.6 miles from Claremore, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Copeland, OK
The final approach into Copeland, 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 Copeland, 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
$8.98 one way
$17.95 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $9.90 | $19.79 |
| premium | $4.80 | $11.16 | $22.31 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $13.13 | $26.26 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.38
Will Rogers Turnpike
(47.7 mi)
$2.38
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
$9
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.7 | 0 | $6.21 | $2.84 |
| Efficient EV | 14.8 | 0 | $5.17 | $2.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.6 | 0 | $8.27 | $3.78 |
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
Copeland, OK
Afternoon in Copeland on Sunday
Local time
1:36 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°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
5 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 6m 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 Claremore, OK to Copeland, OK covers 59.1 miles and takes about 1h 6m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Will Rogers Turnpike, US 59, West Patti Page Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.6 miles from Claremore, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.98 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 11 significant decision points across 59.1 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 0.1 miles (South Cherokee Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.2 miles (OK 20 / West Patti Page Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 49.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Claremore, OK and Copeland, OK, road signs point toward Grove, Afton and Cash Only.
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