Origin
Fairfax, OK
Afternoon in Fairfax on Thursday
Local time
12:14 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fairfax, OK to Tulsa, OK
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 29m
Distance
77 mi
124 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 23m
★
6 AM
1h 30m
8 AM
1h 43m
10 AM
1h 34m
12 PM
1h 33m
3 PM
1h 35m
5 PM
1h 43m
8 PM
1h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fairfax, OK
DS stories
Trip Overview
This straightforward 77-mile drive from Fairfax, OK to Tulsa, OK takes approximately 1 hour and 29 minutes, making it an ideal day trip. You'll primarily be on the Cimarron Turnpike, North Main Street, and the Sand Springs Expressway. With a projected fuel cost of around $12, this highway-focused journey is an economical option for getting between these two points within the Great Plains region. The route is efficient and direct, perfect for when you need to get from point A to point B without much fuss. Consider this a practical and quick connection rather than an extensive scenic expedition.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 29m. Total distance: 77 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (69%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
Expect a highly highway-focused experience, with 69% of your journey on major roadways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 22 miles on the Cimarron Turnpike, allowing for a consistent pace. This route prioritizes efficiency over varied terrain, meaning you'll likely experience a steady drive with minimal complexity. As you approach Tulsa, the roads will transition to more urban expressways, signaling your arrival in the city. It's a drive built for smooth progress.
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.
Cimarron Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 22 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Cimarron Turnpike and North Main Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 29.5 miles in.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 29m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 29.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 75.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 76 miles (North Quanah Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
29.5 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Take the ramp toward US 412 East: Tulsa
Navigation decision point
Toward US 412 East: Tulsa
6
75.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 25m in
Take the exit toward Quanah Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Quanah Avenue
7
76 mi into trip
|
~1h 26m in
|
North Quanah Avenue
Turn right onto North Quanah Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
76.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 26m in
|
West Archer Street North
Turn left onto West Archer Street North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
76.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 28m in
|
North Boulder Avenue West
Turn right onto North Boulder Avenue West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Cimarron Turnpike | 22 mi | 20m |
| North Main Street | 21.1 mi | 27m |
| Sand Springs Expressway | 14.1 mi | 15m |
| Keystone Expressway | 8.6 mi | 9m |
| OK 18 | 6.4 mi | 7m |
| US 64 | 2 mi | 2m |
| Jerald Warden Memorial Highway | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| West Archer Street North | 0.7 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Cimarron Turnpike
— 22 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fairfax, OK and Tulsa, OK.
1
Start on OK 18
21 mi
·
27 min
·
North Main Street
Use the straight lane.
2
Turn slight left onto US 64; OK 18
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
US 64; OK 18
3
Turn slight right onto OK 18
6.4 mi
·
7 min
·
OK 18
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward US 412 East: Tulsa
5
Merge onto US 412
22 mi
·
20 min
·
Cimarron Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on US 412
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Keystone Expressway
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on US 64; US 412
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Jerald Warden Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on US 64; US 412
3.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Keystone Expressway
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on US 64; US 412
14 mi
·
15 min
·
Sand Springs Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward Quanah Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
11
Turn right onto North Quanah Avenue
451 ft
·
22 sec
·
North Quanah Avenue
Use the right lane.
12
Turn left onto West Archer Street North
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
West Archer Street North
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Turn right onto North Boulder Avenue West
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
North Boulder Avenue West
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
14
Arrive at destination
South Boulder Avenue West
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 38.5 mi from Fairfax, OK · 47m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
39 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 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 38.5 miles from Fairfax, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.04 one way
$24.08 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
27 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $13.22 | $26.43 |
| premium | $4.89 | $14.82 | $29.64 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.00 | $34.00 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.10
Cimarron Turnpike
(22 mi)
$1.10
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$12
Tolls
$1
Total
$13
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.1 | 0 | $8.08 | $3.70 |
| Efficient EV | 19.3 | 0 | $6.74 | $3.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.8 | 0 | $10.78 | $4.93 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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
Tulsa, OK
Afternoon in Tulsa on Thursday
Local time
12:14 PM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
4 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 29m 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 Fairfax, OK to Tulsa, OK covers 77 miles and takes about 1h 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Cimarron Turnpike, North Main Street, Sand Springs 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 38.5 miles from Fairfax, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.04 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 straightforward 1h 29m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 29.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 75.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 76 miles (North Quanah Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Fairfax, OK to Tulsa, OK does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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