Origin
Glenpool, OK
Evening in Glenpool on Wednesday
Local time
6:15 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Glenpool, OK to Tulsa, OK
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
21m
Distance
14.5 mi
23 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 20m
★
6 AM
0h 21m
8 AM
0h 25m
10 AM
0h 23m
12 PM
0h 22m
3 PM
0h 23m
5 PM
0h 25m
8 PM
0h 20m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Glenpool, OK
Wasin Pirom
Trip Overview
Traveling from Glenpool to Tulsa is a quick, straightforward trip covering just 14.8 miles. You can comfortably complete this journey in about 19 minutes, making it an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. With a fuel cost of only $2, it is an incredibly budget-friendly commute across the Great Plains. You will navigate using South Barber Street West, West 141st Street South, and the Okmulgee Beeline to reach your destination. Because the entire route remains within the same region, you won't experience any major shifts in landscape or climate. This short jaunt is perfect if you need to access city amenities from the suburbs without dedicating a large portion of your day to travel.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
7.2 miles from Glenpool, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 10m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate experience, as this route features 0% highway driving. You will be navigating local streets throughout the entire 14.8-mile journey, which keeps the pace consistent but requires your full attention. Because there is no extended highway stretch, the longest uninterrupted segment is 0 miles on South Barber Street West. The road surface and traffic flow will shift as you move from the residential feel of Glenpool toward the urban environment of Tulsa. It is a functional, suburban-to-city transit that prioritizes local connectivity over long-distance cruising.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Barber Street West 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 Glenpool, OK to Tulsa, OK is easy. At 21m 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 Glenpool, OK to Tulsa, OK is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Barber Street West | — | — |
| West 141st Street South | — | — |
| Okmulgee Beeline | — | — |
| Okmulgee Expressway | — | — |
| Martin Luther King | — | — |
| 7th Street | — | — |
| South Lawton Avenue West | — | — |
| West Heavy Traffic Way South | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
South Barber Street West
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Glenpool, OK and Tulsa, OK.
1
Start on South Barber Street West
46 ft
·
3 sec
·
South Barber Street West
2
Continue on South Barber Street West
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
South Barber Street West
3
Turn left onto West 141st Street South
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
West 141st Street South
4
Turn right
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
5
Continue straight
367 ft
·
7 sec
6
Merge slight left onto Okmulgee Beeline
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Okmulgee Beeline
7
Continue on Okmulgee Expressway
7.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Okmulgee Expressway
8
Merge slight left onto Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway
9
Take the exit slight right toward 7th Street, Downtown
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
7th Street, Downtown
10
Turn left onto South Lawton Avenue West
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
South Lawton Avenue West
11
Turn straight onto West Heavy Traffic Way South
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
West Heavy Traffic Way South
12
Turn right onto South Guthrie Avenue West
374 ft
·
18 sec
·
South Guthrie Avenue West
13
Turn left onto West 3rd Street South
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
West 3rd Street South
14
Turn left onto South Boulder Avenue West
390 ft
·
18 sec
·
South Boulder Avenue West
15
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a brief 19-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You won't need to plan for any stops along the way, as the short duration makes it easy to complete the drive in one go. Keep in mind that because this route relies entirely on local roads, traffic patterns can fluctuate significantly during morning and evening peak hours. Budget $2 for fuel and ensure your vehicle is ready for frequent turns rather than sustained highway speeds. A helpful tip is to double-check your navigation before pulling out of Glenpool, as the series of turns through local streets can be easy to miss if you aren't familiar with the specific junction of South Barber Street West and the Okmulgee Beeline.
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 7.2 miles from Glenpool, OK, or about 10m 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 14.5 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 7.2 miles or 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Tulsa, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Glenpool, OK.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Glenpool, OK
This is one driving day of about 14.5 miles and 21m.
At 14.5 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 7.2 mi from Glenpool, OK · 10m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 14.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 7.2 miles from Glenpool, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Tulsa, OK
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Tulsa, OK if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.27 one way
$4.53 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $2.49 | $4.98 |
| premium | $4.89 | $2.79 | $5.58 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.20 | $6.40 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.4 | 0 | $1.52 | $0.70 |
| Efficient EV | 3.6 | 0 | $1.27 | $0.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.8 | 0 | $2.03 | $0.93 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Evening in Tulsa on Wednesday
Local time
6:15 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
2 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
21m 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 Glenpool, OK to Tulsa, OK covers 14.5 miles and takes about 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Barber Street West, West 141st Street South, Okmulgee Beeline. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 7.2 miles from Glenpool, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.27 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 Glenpool, OK to Tulsa, OK is easy. At 21m 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 Glenpool, OK to Tulsa, OK is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Glenpool, OK to Tulsa, OK does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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