Origin
Hugo, OK
Afternoon in Hugo on Sunday
Local time
1:36 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hugo, OK to Tulsa, OK
Drive Time
2h 57m
Distance
158.7 mi
255 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
Trip Overview
If you are traveling from Hugo to Tulsa, expect a straightforward 158.7-mile journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 57 minutes. Since the entire route stays within the Great Plains region of Oklahoma, you will experience a consistent landscape throughout the drive. This trip is perfectly manageable as a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. Budgeting around $24 for fuel should comfortably cover your gas needs for the duration of the trip. Because the route is highly efficient, it serves as a reliable connection between these two cities for those who prioritize speed and simplicity over detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
79.3 miles from Hugo, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 20m into the drive .
Drive Character
This highway-focused drive relies heavily on major infrastructure, with 79% of the trip spent on high-speed thoroughfares. You will spend a significant portion of your time on the Indian Nation Turnpike, including a single uninterrupted stretch that spans 104.5 miles. The route also incorporates the Trooper William McClendon Memorial Highway and the Colonel John L. Hillman Parkway to facilitate your movement toward Tulsa. Behind the wheel, you should expect a consistent pace that minimizes the need for technical maneuvering or navigating complex local intersections. It is an ideal route if you prefer steady highway cruising over winding backroads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Indian Nation Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 104.5 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
833 ft
544 ft
Total Climb
714 ft
Total Descent
537 ft
Highest Point
833 ft
~39.7 mi in
Elevation Range
288 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Indian Nation Turnpike and Trooper William McClendon Memorial Highway. You will hit about 17 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 155.5 miles in near I 244; US 75 / Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 158.7 miles you will encounter 17 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 155.5 miles (I 244; US 75 / Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 157.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 158.3 miles (South Frisco Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
155.5 mi into trip
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~2h 51m in
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I 244; US 75 / Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway
Merge onto I 244; US 75 / Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway toward US 75 North, I 244 East: Downtown Tulsa
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward US 75 North, I 244 East: Downtown Tulsa
8
157.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 54m in
Take the exit toward 7th Street, Downtown
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 4C
Toward 7th Street, Downtown
7
158.3 mi into trip
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~2h 56m in
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South Frisco Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto South Frisco Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
158.3 mi into trip
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~2h 56m in
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West 3rd Street South
Turn left onto West 3rd Street South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
7
158.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 57m in
|
South Boulder Avenue West
Turn left onto South Boulder Avenue West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Hugo, OK to Tulsa, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Okmulgee along the way.
Okmulgee
107.5 mi in
|
~1h 48m
|
via I 40 Business; US 62; US 75
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Nation Turnpike | 104.5 mi | 1h 43m |
| Trooper William McClendon Memorial Highway | 13.8 mi | 16m |
| Colonel John L. Hillman Parkway | 10.7 mi | 12m |
| Okmulgee Beeline | 9.8 mi | 12m |
| Okmulgee Expressway | 7.2 mi | 8m |
| South Wood Drive | 5.1 mi | 9m |
| East Jackson Street | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway | 2.1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Indian Nation Turnpike
— 104.5 mi, about 1h 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hugo, OK and Tulsa, OK.
1
Start on US 70 Business
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
East Jackson Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
2
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Use the right lane.
3
Merge onto OK 375
105 mi
·
1 hr 43 min
·
Indian Nation Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Continue on I 40 Business; US 62; US 75
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
I 40 Business; US 62; US 75
Toward US 62 East, US 75 North, I 40 Business West: Henryetta, Okmulgee
Use the left / straight lanes.
5
Continue on US 62; US 75
10 mi
·
12 min
·
Colonel John L. Hillman Parkway
Toward US 62 East, US 75 North: Okmulgee, Tulsa
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on US 62; US 75
5.1 mi
·
9 min
·
South Wood Drive
Toward US 62 East, US 75 North: Okmulgee, Tulsa
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Continue on US 75
0.5 mi
·
35 sec
·
Colonel John L. Hillman Parkway
Toward US 75 North: Tulsa
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Continue on US 75
14 mi
·
16 min
·
Trooper William McClendon Memorial Highway
Toward US 75 North: Tulsa
Use the straight / sharp right lanes.
9
Continue on US 75
9.8 mi
·
12 min
·
Okmulgee Beeline
Toward US 75 North: Tulsa
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Continue on US 75
7.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Okmulgee Expressway
Toward US 75 North: Tulsa
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto I 244; US 75
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway
Toward US 75 North, I 244 East: Downtown Tulsa
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 4C
Toward 7th Street, Downtown
Use the slight right lane.
13
Turn left onto South Lawton Avenue West
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
South Lawton Avenue West
Use the left lane.
14
Turn straight onto West Heavy Traffic Way South
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
West Heavy Traffic Way South
Use the straight / sharp right lanes.
15
Continue on West 2nd Street South
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
West 2nd Street South
16
At end of road, turn right onto South Frisco Avenue
386 ft
·
20 sec
·
South Frisco Avenue
Use the right lane.
17
Turn left onto West 3rd Street South
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
West 3rd Street South
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
18
Turn left onto South Boulder Avenue West
390 ft
·
15 sec
·
South Boulder Avenue West
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
19
Arrive at destination
South Boulder Avenue West
Trip Plan
Planning for this trip is simple because the route is compact enough to offer plenty of schedule flexibility. You should aim to complete the drive in one go, as the itinerary only requires one planned stop to keep your momentum steady. Since the Indian Nation Turnpike makes up the longest portion of your travel, ensure your vehicle is fueled up before hitting that 104.5-mile segment to avoid unnecessary interruptions. If you want to avoid peak traffic near Tulsa, consider timing your departure to miss the typical morning or evening rush. Keeping an eye on your fuel gauge early on will ensure you stay well within your $24 cost estimate.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 79.3 miles from Hugo, OK, or about 1h 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 104.5 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 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 79.3 miles or 1h 20m 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 20m
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 Hugo, OK so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Hugo, OK
This is one driving day of about 158.7 miles and 2h 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Hugo, OK.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Indian Nation Turnpike for about 104.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 79.3 mi from Hugo, OK · 1h 20m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
79 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 79.3 miles from Hugo, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Indian Nation Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 104.5 miles.
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.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$24.10 one way
$48.21 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
56 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $26.57 | $53.15 |
| premium | $4.80 | $29.96 | $59.92 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $35.26 | $70.52 |
Estimated Tolls: $7.32
Indian Nation Turnpike
(104.5 mi)
$7.32
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
$24
Tolls
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 55.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 47.6 | 0 | $16.66 | $7.62 |
| Efficient EV | 39.7 | 0 | $13.89 | $6.35 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 63.5 | 0 | $22.22 | $10.16 |
Gas CO2
56 kg
EV CO2
19 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
Afternoon in Tulsa on Sunday
Local time
1:36 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°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
8 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 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 Hugo, OK to Tulsa, OK covers 158.7 miles and takes about 2h 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Indian Nation Turnpike, Trooper William McClendon Memorial Highway, Colonel John L. Hillman Parkway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 79.3 miles from Hugo, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $24.10 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 158.7 miles you will encounter 17 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 155.5 miles (I 244; US 75 / Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 157.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 158.3 miles (South Frisco Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Hugo, OK to Tulsa, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Okmulgee along the way.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 544 ft to 833 ft elevation with about 714 ft of total climbing.
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