This 123.9-mile drive from Drumright to Copeland, Oklahoma, is a manageable 2-hour and 17-minute journey, making it an excellent candidate for a day trip. With 86% of the route on highways, you'll spend most of your time on I-44 and OK-33. The estimated fuel cost is around $19, which is quite economical for the distance covered. This route stays within the Great Plains region, offering a consistent landscape throughout. It's a straightforward drive, perfect if you're looking for an efficient way to travel between these two Oklahoma towns without needing an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
62 miles from Drumright, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 11m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 17m. Total distance: 123.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience on this trip, with 86% of the 123.9 miles utilizing major roadways like I-44 and OK-33. The majority of your time will be spent on these faster routes, including a significant stretch of 65.3 miles on I-44 without interruption. While primarily a highway drive, the inclusion of Skelly Bypass suggests a brief transition through potentially more varied road conditions before you reach your destination. This route prioritizes efficiency over winding scenic byways.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 44 is the longest continuous segment at about 65.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 44 and OK 33. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 35.2 miles in near I 44; OK 66 / Skelly Bypass.
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 11 significant decision points across 123.9 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 35.2 miles (I 44; OK 66 / Skelly Bypass): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 53.7 miles (I 44): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 114.7 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 points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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35.2 mi into trip|~40m in|I 44; OK 66 / Skelly Bypass
Keep slight right at fork onto I 44; OK 66 / Skelly Bypass toward I 44 East, OK 66 East: Joplin
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 44 East, OK 66 East: Joplin
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53.7 mi into trip|~1h 3m in|I 44
Keep slight right at fork onto I 44 toward I 44 East: Joplin, Claremore
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 44 East: Joplin, Claremore
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114.7 mi into trip|~2h 4m 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
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114.9 mi into trip|~2h 4m 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
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115.2 mi into trip|~2h 5m 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 Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Drumright, OK and Copeland, OK, road signs point toward Claremore, Grove, Afton and Cash Only.
Claremore
53.7 mi in|~1h 3m|via I 44
Grove
114.7 mi in|~2h 4m
Afton
114.7 mi in|~2h 4m
Cash Only
114.9 mi in|~2h 4m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 44
65.3 mi
1h 6m
OK 33
22 mi
25m
Skelly Bypass
15.5 mi
18m
Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike
10.4 mi
9m
US 59
8.4 mi
11m
East Broadway Street
1.4 mi
2m
East 250 Road
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 44
— 65.3 mi, about 1h 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Drumright, OK and Copeland, OK.
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Start on OK 33
1.4 mi·2 min·East Broadway Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
Continue on OK 33
0.4 mi·27 sec·OK 33
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
3
Continue on OK 33
1.2 mi·1 min·OK 33
Use the straight / left lanes.
4
Continue on OK 33
6.0 mi·6 min·OK 33
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Continue on OK 33
14 mi·16 min·OK 33
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
6
Turn left
0.2 mi·21 sec
Toward I 44 East: TulsaUse the left lane.
7
Merge onto I 44
10 mi·9 min·Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on I 44; OK 66
1.2 mi·1 min·Skelly Bypass
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 44; OK 66
14 mi·17 min·Skelly Bypass
Toward I 44 East, OK 66 East: JoplinUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on I 44; US 412; OK 66
4.3 mi·5 min·I 44; US 412; OK 66
Use the straight lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 44
61 mi·1 hr 1 min·I 44
Toward I 44 East: Joplin, ClaremoreUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi·27 sec
Exit 302Toward US 59, US 60: Fairland, Grove, AftonUse the right lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi·13 sec
Toward Cash OnlyUse the straight lane.
14
Continue on this road
0.2 mi·20 sec·this road
15
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·39 sec
Toward US 59 South, US 60 West, US 69 South: Afton, GroveUse the slight right lane.
16
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.
17
Turn left onto US 59
7.8 mi·10 min·US 59
Toward US 69 South: Grove
18
Turn sharp right onto East 250 Road
303 ft·5 sec·East 250 Road
19
Arrive at destination
East 250 Road
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour and 17-minute duration, this trip is best tackled in one go, so consider an early morning departure to maximize your day. With no specified stops, you have the flexibility to pull over as needed for breaks or fuel, though the $19 fuel cost suggests you won't need frequent fill-ups. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longest stretch of 65.3 miles on I-44, as services can sometimes be spaced out on interstates. This route is straightforward, so focus on enjoying the efficiency of the highway system.
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 62 miles from Drumright, OK, or about 1h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 65.3 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 27 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 62 miles or 1h 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 51m
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 Drumright, 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 Drumright, OK
This is one driving day of about 123.9 miles and 2h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Drumright, OK.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 44 for about 65.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 62 mi from Drumright, OK
· 1h 11m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.37 one way
$38.74 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg43 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$21.27
$42.54
premium
$4.89
$23.84
$47.69
diesel
$5.61
$27.36
$54.71
Estimated Tolls: $0.52
Turner Turnpike
(10.4 mi)$0.52
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
$19
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 43.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
37.2
0
$13.01
$5.95
Efficient EV
31
0
$10.84
$4.96
EV Truck/SUV
49.6
0
$17.35
$7.93
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
14 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
Drumright, OK
Late night
in Drumright on Friday
Local time
12:34 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Copeland, OK
Late night
in Copeland on Friday
Local time
12:34 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 17m 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 Drumright, OK to Copeland, OK covers 123.9 miles and takes about 2h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 44, OK 33, Skelly Bypass. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 62 miles from Drumright, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.37 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 123.9 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 35.2 miles (I 44; OK 66 / Skelly Bypass): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 53.7 miles (I 44): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 114.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Drumright, OK and Copeland, OK, road signs point toward Claremore, Grove, Afton and Cash Only.
