Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 26m
Distance
126.8 mi
204 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Heavener, OK
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Broken Arrow, OK
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The drive from Heavener, OK to Broken Arrow, OK covers 126.8 miles and takes about 2h 26m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Muskogee Turnpike, Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway, US 59 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 55.7 miles on Muskogee Turnpike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $19.82 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
63.4 miles from Heavener, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 21m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 26m. Total distance: 126.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (58%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
The drive from Heavener, OK to Broken Arrow, OK covers 126.8 miles and takes about 2h 26m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 46.5 miles in near I 40 Business.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 126.8 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 46.5 miles (I 40 Business): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 67.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 82.7 miles (OK 351 / Muskogee Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Take the exit onto I 40 Business toward I 40 West: Oklahoma City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward OK 351: Muskogee, Tulsa
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork onto OK 351 / Muskogee Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward Lynn Lane
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto North 9th Street East
Lane positioning matters here
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Heavener, OK to Broken Arrow, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Tulsa along the way.
Tulsa
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Muskogee Turnpike | 55.7 mi | 54m |
| Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway | 21.1 mi | 21m |
| US 59 | 17.1 mi | 22m |
| West 1st Street | 15.2 mi | 21m |
| North Broadway Street | 8.6 mi | 12m |
| Broadway | 5.4 mi | 6m |
| Disabled American Veterans Highway | 1 mi | 1m |
| East Kenosha Street North | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Heavener, OK and Broken Arrow, OK.
Start on East 1st Street
Turn right onto East Avenue D
Turn right onto Main Street
Turn left onto West Avenue C
Turn right onto US 59; US 270
Turn slight right onto US 59; US 271
Turn left onto US 59; US 271
Continue on US 59; US 271
Continue on US 59; US 271
Turn left onto OK 9; US 59
Continue on US 59
Take the exit onto I 40 Business
Merge onto I 40
Take the exit
Continue on this road
Continue on OK 351
Keep slight right at fork onto OK 351
Continue on OK 51
Take the exit
Turn left onto North 9th Street East
Turn right onto East Kenosha Street North
Turn left onto North Main Street
Arrive at destination
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.
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 28 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 63.4 miles or 1h 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 1m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Broken Arrow, OK than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Heavener, OK so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Heavener, OK
This is one driving day of about 126.8 miles and 2h 26m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 63.4 mi from Heavener, OK · 1h 21m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
63 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.
A short stop after about 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 63.4 miles from Heavener, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Broken Arrow, 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 Broken Arrow, OK.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$19.82 one way
$39.65 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $21.77 | $43.53 |
| premium | $4.89 | $24.40 | $48.80 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $28.00 | $55.99 |
Estimated Tolls: $3.90
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
$20
Tolls
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 44.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 38 | 0 | $13.31 | $6.09 |
| Efficient EV | 31.7 | 0 | $11.09 | $5.07 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 50.7 | 0 | $17.75 | $8.12 |
Gas CO2
44 kg
EV CO2
15 kg (66% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Heavener on Thursday
Local time
6:56 PM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Evening in Broken Arrow on Thursday
Local time
6:56 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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