Origin
Claremore, OK
Afternoon in Claremore on Sunday
Local time
2:50 PM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Claremore, OK to Tulsa, OK
Drive Time
31m
Distance
29.6 mi
48 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 29m
★
6 AM
0h 32m
8 AM
0h 37m
10 AM
0h 34m
12 PM
0h 33m
3 PM
0h 34m
5 PM
0h 37m
8 PM
0h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Claremore, OK
Elizabeth Celestino
Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Claremore to Tulsa, you are in for a quick, straightforward journey across the Great Plains. Spanning just 29.6 miles, this trip typically takes about 31 minutes to complete, making it an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stops. You can expect to spend roughly $4 on fuel for the entire drive, keeping your travel expenses low. Since the route stays entirely within Oklahoma, you will experience a consistent regional feel from start to finish. This drive is perfect for those who prefer local roads over the monotony of major interstates. It is a practical, efficient way to connect these two points without needing a complex itinerary.
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
14.8 miles from Claremore, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 15m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise. You will navigate via South Muskogee Avenue, West Patti Page Boulevard, and East Will Rogers Boulevard, with zero highway miles involved in the journey. Because this is a local route, there is no long, uninterrupted stretch; in fact, the longest stretch on South Muskogee Avenue is 0 miles, reflecting the frequent turns you will encounter. Transitioning between these local roads requires your full attention as you move through the landscape. The personality of this drive is defined by its intimacy with the local infrastructure, offering a more hands-on experience behind the wheel.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Muskogee Avenue is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Claremore, OK to Tulsa, OK is easy. At 31m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Claremore, OK to Tulsa, OK is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Muskogee Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Patti Page Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Will Rogers Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 44 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 44 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Will Rogers Turnpike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Martin Luther King | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 1st Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
South Muskogee Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Claremore, OK and Tulsa, OK.
1
Start on West Will Rogers Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
West Will Rogers Boulevard
2
Turn right onto South Muskogee Avenue
354 ft
·
15 sec
·
South Muskogee Avenue
3
Turn left onto West Patti Page Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Patti Page Boulevard
4
Continue on East Will Rogers Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
·
East Will Rogers Boulevard
5
Take the ramp slight right toward I 44: Tulsa, Joplin
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
I 44: Tulsa, Joplin
6
Continue straight
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
7
Turn slight right onto I 44 West: Tulsa
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
I 44 West: Tulsa
8
Merge slight left onto Will Rogers Turnpike
12 mi
·
12 min
·
Will Rogers Turnpike
9
Keep slight right to continue on I 44 West, US 412 West, OK 66 West: Tulsa
5.1 mi
·
6 min
·
I 44 West, US 412 West, OK 66 West: Tulsa
10
Keep slight right to continue on Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway
9.0 mi
·
10 min
·
Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway
11
Take the exit slight right toward 1st Street, Downtown
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
1st Street, Downtown
12
Continue on East 1st Street South
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
East 1st Street South
13
Turn left onto South Boulder Avenue West
371 ft
·
17 sec
·
South Boulder Avenue West
14
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, 31-minute commute, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You do not need to worry about long-distance pacing or planning multiple rest stops, as you can easily complete the trip in one go. Keep in mind that because the route relies entirely on local roads, you should account for potential traffic signals or slower local speed limits that might shift your arrival time. Fueling up before you head out is a smart move, especially since your estimated fuel cost is only $4. Use this short duration to your advantage by planning your arrival in Tulsa for a specific time, knowing that the lack of highway miles makes your travel time relatively predictable.
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 14.8 miles from Claremore, OK, or about 15m into the drive.
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 29.6 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 14.8 miles or 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Tulsa, 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 29.6 miles and 31m.
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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 14.8 mi from Claremore, OK · 15m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
15 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 29.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 14.8 miles from Claremore, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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
$4.50 one way
$8.99 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $4.96 | $9.91 |
| premium | $4.80 | $5.59 | $11.18 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $6.58 | $13.15 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.9 | 0 | $3.11 | $1.42 |
| Efficient EV | 7.4 | 0 | $2.59 | $1.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.8 | 0 | $4.14 | $1.89 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Tulsa, OK
Afternoon in Tulsa on Sunday
Local time
2:50 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
31m 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 Tulsa, OK covers 29.6 miles and takes about 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Muskogee Avenue, West Patti Page Boulevard, East Will Rogers Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 14.8 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 $4.50 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.
The drive from Claremore, OK to Tulsa, OK is easy. At 31m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Claremore, OK to Tulsa, OK is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Claremore, OK to Tulsa, OK does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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