Origin
Hennessey, OK
Evening in Hennessey on Wednesday
Local time
6:55 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hennessey, OK to Tulsa, OK
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
2h 15m
Distance
117.4 mi
189 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 6m
★
6 AM
2h 16m
8 AM
2h 35m
10 AM
2h 22m
12 PM
2h 20m
3 PM
2h 23m
5 PM
2h 34m
8 PM
2h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hennessey, OK
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Hennessey to Tulsa, you are looking at a straightforward 117.4-mile journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 15 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as it is efficient enough that you won't need to worry about an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $18 on fuel for the trip, making it a budget-friendly option for your itinerary. You will be traveling entirely within the Great Plains, keeping the landscape consistent as you move across Oklahoma. Because there are no mandatory stops required by the route profile, you have the flexibility to power through or take your time depending on your schedule. Overall, it is a practical drive that balances distance and accessibility for anyone traveling between these two hubs.
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
58.7 miles from Hennessey, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 7m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip features a mixed drive profile that transitions between different road types as you head east. You will spend roughly 52% of your time on highways, utilizing a combination of the 42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway, the Cimarron Turnpike, and the Sand Springs Expressway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 35-mile segment on the 42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway, which provides a steady pace for the first leg of your journey. As you progress, the transition from local highway stretches to the turnpike and expressway sections shifts the driving experience from rural thoroughfares to more structured, fast-paced transit. Expect a varied experience behind the wheel that keeps the drive from feeling like a monotonous interstate grind.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Senator Ralph J 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 Hennessey, OK to Tulsa, OK is easy. At 2h 15m 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 Hennessey, OK to Tulsa, OK is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Senator Ralph J | — | — |
| North Main Street | — | — |
| East Jack Choate Avenue | — | — |
| 42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway | — | — |
| Angie Debo Memorial Highway | — | — |
| West 6th Avenue | — | — |
| South Country Club Road | — | — |
| McMurtry Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Senator Ralph J
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hennessey, OK and Tulsa, OK.
1
Start on South Main Street
92 ft
·
5 sec
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South Main Street
2
Continue on Senator Ralph J. Choate Memorial Highway
374 ft
·
13 sec
·
Senator Ralph J. Choate Memorial Highway
3
Continue on North Main Street
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
North Main Street
4
Turn right onto East Jack Choate Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Jack Choate Avenue
5
Continue on 42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway
12 mi
·
14 min
·
42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway
6
Continue on Angie Debo Memorial Highway
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Angie Debo Memorial Highway
7
Continue on 42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway
23 mi
·
26 min
·
42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway
8
Continue on West 6th Avenue
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
West 6th Avenue
9
Turn left onto South Country Club Road
5.0 mi
·
8 min
·
South Country Club Road
10
Turn right onto McMurtry Road
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
McMurtry Road
11
Turn left onto North Washington Street
0.4 mi
·
29 sec
·
North Washington Street
12
Take the exit straight toward OK 312 East: Tulsa
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
OK 312 East: Tulsa
13
Continue on Cimarron Turnpike Spur
7.4 mi
·
7 min
·
Cimarron Turnpike Spur
14
Merge slight left onto Cimarron Turnpike
31 mi
·
29 min
·
Cimarron Turnpike
15
Continue on Keystone Expressway
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Keystone Expressway
16
Continue on Jerald Warden Memorial Highway
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Jerald Warden Memorial Highway
17
Continue on Keystone Expressway
3.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Keystone Expressway
18
Continue on Sand Springs Expressway
14 mi
·
15 min
·
Sand Springs Expressway
19
Take the exit slight right toward Quanah Avenue
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Quanah Avenue
20
Turn right onto North Quanah Avenue
453 ft
·
23 sec
·
North Quanah Avenue
21
Turn left onto West Archer Street North
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
West Archer Street North
22
Turn right onto North Boulder Avenue West
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
North Boulder Avenue West
23
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the advantage of being able to depart whenever works best for your personal schedule. While you could easily drive the full 2 hours and 15 minutes without a break, keep in mind that the majority of your time is spent on higher-speed roads, so plan your fuel stops before you hit the Cimarron Turnpike to avoid paying turnpike-adjacent prices. Check your tire pressure and fluid levels before leaving Hennessey, as the mix of expressway and turnpike driving can be harder on a vehicle than local cruising. Because the route is direct, use your flexibility to leave during off-peak hours to ensure a smooth transition onto the Sand Springs Expressway as you approach Tulsa. Staying mindful of your fuel consumption early on will help you stick to your estimated $18 budget.
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 58.7 miles from Hennessey, OK, or about 1h 7m 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 26 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 58.7 miles or 1h 7m 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 Tulsa, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hennessey, 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 Hennessey, OK
This is one driving day of about 117.4 miles and 2h 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Hennessey, OK.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 58.7 mi from Hennessey, OK · 1h 7m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
59 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 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 58.7 miles from Hennessey, 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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Tulsa, 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
$18.35 one way
$36.71 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
41 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $20.15 | $40.30 |
| premium | $4.89 | $22.59 | $45.19 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $25.92 | $51.84 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 41.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 35.2 | 0 | $12.33 | $5.64 |
| Efficient EV | 29.4 | 0 | $10.27 | $4.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 47 | 0 | $16.44 | $7.51 |
Gas CO2
41 kg
EV CO2
14 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Tulsa, OK
Evening in Tulsa on Wednesday
Local time
6:55 PM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
77°F
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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
19 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 15m 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 Hennessey, OK to Tulsa, OK covers 117.4 miles and takes about 2h 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Senator Ralph J, North Main Street, East Jack Choate Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 58.7 miles from Hennessey, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.35 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 Hennessey, OK to Tulsa, OK is easy. At 2h 15m 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 Hennessey, OK to Tulsa, OK is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Hennessey, OK to Tulsa, OK does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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