Origin
Edmond, OK
Late night in Edmond on Wednesday
Local time
3:08 AM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Edmond, OK to Bixby, OK
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 57m
Distance
106.2 mi
171 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 49m
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6 AM
1h 57m
8 AM
2h 14m
10 AM
2h 3m
12 PM
2h 1m
3 PM
2h 4m
5 PM
2h 13m
8 PM
1h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Edmond, OK
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Bixby, OK
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 106.2-mile drive from Edmond to Bixby, Oklahoma, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 57 minutes. The majority of your journey, 85% of it, will be on highways, making for a relatively quick transit. With an estimated fuel cost of $17, this route offers an economical option for a quick getaway or a functional commute. You'll be traveling within the Great Plains region for the entire trip, so expect consistent landscapes. This drive is ideal for those seeking efficiency and a smooth ride.
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
53.1 miles from Edmond, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 57m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for this leg of your journey, with 85% of the route utilizing major roadways. You'll spend a significant amount of time on the Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike, experiencing an uninterrupted stretch of 82 miles. This means you'll likely encounter higher speeds and consistent road conditions for much of the 1 hour and 57-minute drive. While primarily highway, the route incorporates segments of West 151st Street South and Creek Turnpike, offering minor variations before reaching your destination.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 82 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike and West 151st Street South. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 3 miles in near OK 66.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 106.2 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3 miles (OK 66): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 89.2 miles (OK 364 / Creek Turnpike): 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
3 mi into trip
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~5m in
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OK 66
Take the ramp onto OK 66 toward I 35 South: Oklahoma City
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 35 South: Oklahoma City
7
6.6 mi into trip
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~10m in
Take the exit toward I 44 East: Tulsa
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the sharp right lane.
Exit 138A
Toward I 44 East: Tulsa
8
89.2 mi into trip
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~1h 33m in
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OK 364 / Creek Turnpike
Take the exit onto OK 364 / Creek Turnpike toward OK 364 East: Jenks, Broken Arrow, Joplin
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 218B
Toward OK 364 East: Jenks, Broken Arrow, Joplin
6
94 mi into trip
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~1h 38m in
Take the exit toward US 75 South: Okmulgee
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 75 South: Okmulgee
7
98.4 mi into trip
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~1h 45m in
Take the exit toward OK 67: Kiefer, Bixby
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward OK 67: Kiefer, Bixby
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Edmond, OK and Bixby, OK, road signs point toward Broken Arrow and Joplin.
Broken Arrow
89.2 mi in
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~1h 33m
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via OK 364
Joplin
89.2 mi in
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~1h 33m
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via OK 364
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike | 82 mi | 1h 21m |
| West 151st Street South | 7.3 mi | 10m |
| Creek Turnpike | 4.8 mi | 5m |
| Okmulgee Beeline | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| East 2nd Street | 3 mi | 5m |
| Shannon Miller Parkway | 2.8 mi | 3m |
| World War II Veterans Memorial Highway | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| John Kilpatrick Turnpike | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike
— 82 mi, about 1h 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Edmond, OK and Bixby, OK.
1
Start on US Historic 66; US 77
3.0 mi
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5 min
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East 2nd Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
Take the ramp onto OK 66
0.3 mi
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35 sec
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OK 66
Toward I 35 South: Oklahoma City
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Merge onto I 35; OK 66
2.8 mi
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3 min
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Shannon Miller Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Continue on I 35; OK 66
0.6 mi
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41 sec
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World War II Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
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41 sec
Exit 138A
Toward I 44 East: Tulsa
Use the sharp right lane.
6
Merge onto I 344
0.4 mi
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32 sec
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John Kilpatrick Turnpike
7
Continue on I 44
82 mi
·
1 hr 21 min
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Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
8
Take the exit onto OK 364
4.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Creek Turnpike
Exit 218B
Toward OK 364 East: Jenks, Broken Arrow, Joplin
Use the slight right lane.
9
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 75 South: Okmulgee
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto US 75
3.9 mi
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5 min
·
Okmulgee Beeline
Toward US 75 South: Okmulgee
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
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50 sec
Toward OK 67: Kiefer, Bixby
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn left onto OK 67
7.3 mi
·
10 min
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West 151st Street South
Toward OK 67 East: Bixby
Use the straight lane.
13
Turn right onto North Armstrong Street
0.2 mi
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42 sec
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North Armstrong Street
14
Arrive at destination
North Armstrong Street
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of under two hours, this trip offers great flexibility. You can easily depart at your leisure, perhaps after morning rush hour, to maximize your daylight. Since there are no specific stops noted, consider how often you might need to stretch your legs or refuel, even on a shorter journey. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 82 miles on the Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike, so plan any necessary breaks before or after this segment to avoid feeling rushed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the $17 estimated cost suggests it's a manageable expense for this route.
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 53.1 miles from Edmond, OK, or about 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 82 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 80 miles or 1h 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 53.1 miles or 57m 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 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bixby, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Edmond, 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 Edmond, OK
This is one driving day of about 106.2 miles and 1h 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Edmond, 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 Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike for about 82 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 53.1 mi from Edmond, OK · 57m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
53 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 53.1 miles from Edmond, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 82 miles.
Arriving in Bixby, OK
The final approach into Bixby, 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 Bixby, 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
$16.60 one way
$33.21 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
37 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $18.23 | $36.46 |
| premium | $4.89 | $20.44 | $40.87 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $23.45 | $46.90 |
Estimated Tolls: $4.45
Turner Turnpike
(82 mi)
$4.10
Creek Turnpike
(4.8 mi)
$0.33
Kilpatrick Turnpike
(0.4 mi)
$0.02
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
$17
Tolls
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 37.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31.9 | 0 | $11.15 | $5.10 |
| Efficient EV | 26.6 | 0 | $9.29 | $4.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 42.5 | 0 | $14.87 | $6.80 |
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (68% 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
Bixby, OK
Late night in Bixby on Wednesday
Local time
3:08 AM
CDT
Current temp
52°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
1h 57m 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 Edmond, OK to Bixby, OK covers 106.2 miles and takes about 1h 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike, West 151st Street South, Creek Turnpike. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 53.1 miles from Edmond, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.60 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 106.2 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 3 miles (OK 66): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 89.2 miles (OK 364 / Creek Turnpike): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Edmond, OK and Bixby, OK, road signs point toward Broken Arrow and Joplin.
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