Origin
Claremore, OK
Afternoon in Claremore on Sunday
Local time
2:42 PM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Claremore, OK to Jenks, OK
Drive Time
45m
Distance
36.4 mi
59 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
Claremore, OK
Elizabeth Celestino
Jenks, OK
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick and straightforward transit across the Oklahoma Great Plains, the 36.4-mile trip from Claremore to Jenks is an ideal day trip. You can expect to reach your destination in approximately 45 minutes, making it a highly efficient connection between these two locations. With a minimal fuel budget of just $6, this route is as economical as it is fast. Because the drive is short, you won't need to worry about overnight logistics or complex planning. It serves as a practical, no-nonsense path that keeps you moving directly to your destination without unnecessary complications.
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
18.2 miles from Claremore, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 21m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is a quintessential highway-focused drive, with 74% of your journey spent on high-speed roads. You will navigate a combination of the Will Rogers Turnpike, I-44, and the Pearl Harbor Memorial Expressway to complete the trek. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 12.3-mile segment on the Will Rogers Turnpike, which allows for a steady, consistent pace behind the wheel. Expect a predictable experience as you transition between these major arterial roads, moving efficiently through the landscape rather than navigating technical local streets.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 26 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 12.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Will Rogers Turnpike and I 44. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 14.2 miles in near I 44.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 36.4 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 14.2 miles (I 44): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 19.4 miles (I 44; OK 66 / Skelly Bypass): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
9
14.2 mi into trip
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~16m in
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I 44
Keep slight right at fork onto I 44 toward I 44 West, US 412 West, OK 66 West: Tulsa
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 34
Toward I 44 West, US 412 West, OK 66 West: Tuls...
8
19.4 mi into trip
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~23m in
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I 44; OK 66 / Skelly Bypass
Keep slight left at fork onto I 44; OK 66 / Skelly Bypass toward I 44 West, OK 66 West: Sapulpa, Oklahoma City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 44 West, OK 66 West: Sapulpa, Oklahoma...
8
21.8 mi into trip
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~25m in
Take the exit toward US 169: Broken Arrow, Owasso
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 234A
Toward US 169: Broken Arrow, Owasso
7
22 mi into trip
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~26m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
22.2 mi into trip
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~26m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 169 South: Broken Arrow
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the sharp right lane.
Toward US 169 South: Broken Arrow
Towns Along This Route
Between Claremore, OK and Jenks, OK, road signs point toward Oklahoma City, Owasso and Sapulpa.
Oklahoma City
19.4 mi in
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~23m
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via I 44; OK 66
Owasso
21.8 mi in
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~25m
Sapulpa
30.5 mi in
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~36m
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via US 64; US 169; OK 364
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Will Rogers Turnpike | 12.3 mi | 12m |
| I 44 | 5.1 mi | 6m |
| Pearl Harbor Memorial Expressway | 5 mi | 5m |
| Creek Turnpike | 4.3 mi | 4m |
| Representative Sue Tibbs Memorial Highway | 3.1 mi | 3m |
| Skelly Bypass | 2.5 mi | 2m |
| West Patti Page Boulevard | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| East Will Rogers Boulevard | 0.6 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Will Rogers Turnpike
— 12.3 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Claremore, OK and Jenks, 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
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
this road
7
Turn slight right
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 44 West: Tulsa
8
Merge onto I 44
12 mi
·
12 min
·
Will Rogers Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 44
5.1 mi
·
6 min
·
I 44
Exit 34
Toward I 44 West, US 412 West, OK 66 West: Tulsa
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 44; OK 66
2.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Skelly Bypass
Toward I 44 West, OK 66 West: Sapulpa, Oklahoma City
Use the slight left lane.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
Exit 234A
Toward US 169: Broken Arrow, Owasso
Use the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
Toward US 169 South: Broken Arrow
Use the sharp right lane.
14
Merge onto US 169
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Representative Sue Tibbs Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
15
Continue on US 64; US 169
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Pearl Harbor Memorial Expressway
Use the straight lane.
16
Merge onto US 64; US 169; OK 364
4.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Creek Turnpike
Toward US 64 East, US 169 South, OK 364 West: Bixby, Jenks, Sapulpa, Oklahoma City
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward Riverside Parkway
Use the slight right lane.
18
Continue on this road
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
this road
19
Turn slight right
191 ft
·
5 sec
20
Turn straight onto Riverside Parkway
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
Riverside Parkway
Use the straight lane.
21
Turn left onto East 96th Street South
501 ft
·
16 sec
·
East 96th Street South
Toward Jenks
Use the left lane.
22
Continue on E. G. Featherston, Junior Memorial Bridge
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
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E. G. Featherston, Junior Memorial Bridge
23
Continue on East Main Street
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
East Main Street
24
Continue on East A Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East A Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
25
Turn left onto North 2nd Street
265 ft
·
11 sec
·
North 2nd Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
26
Arrive at destination
North 2nd Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a short 45-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility to depart whenever it best suits your schedule. You won't need to plan for any formal stops, as the duration is brief enough to complete in a single, comfortable stint. Keep in mind that because the route relies heavily on major expressways, staying alert during lane merges is the best way to ensure a smooth arrival. Use the $6 fuel estimate as a baseline for your budget, but consider filling up before you leave to avoid mid-trip errands. Taking advantage of the short travel time allows you to maximize your day in Jenks without the fatigue of a longer road trip.
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 18.2 miles from Claremore, OK, or about 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 12.3 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 36.4 miles or 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 18.2 miles or 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jenks, 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 36.4 miles and 45m.
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 12.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18.2 mi from Claremore, OK · 21m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 36.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.2 miles from Claremore, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Jenks, OK
The final approach into Jenks, 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 Jenks, 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
$5.53 one way
$11.06 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $6.09 | $12.19 |
| premium | $4.80 | $6.87 | $13.74 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $8.09 | $16.17 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.91
Will Rogers Turnpike
(12.3 mi)
$0.61
Creek Turnpike
(4.3 mi)
$0.30
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
$6
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.9 | 0 | $3.82 | $1.75 |
| Efficient EV | 9.1 | 0 | $3.18 | $1.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.10 | $2.33 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Jenks, OK
Afternoon in Jenks on Sunday
Local time
2:42 PM
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
1 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
45m 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 Jenks, OK covers 36.4 miles and takes about 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Will Rogers Turnpike, I 44, Pearl Harbor Memorial Expressway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 18.2 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 $5.53 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 17 significant decision points across 36.4 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 14.2 miles (I 44): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 19.4 miles (I 44; OK 66 / Skelly Bypass): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Claremore, OK and Jenks, OK, road signs point toward Oklahoma City, Owasso and Sapulpa.
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