Origin
Jay, OK
Afternoon in Jay on Sunday
Local time
2:57 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jay, OK to Stillwater, OK
Drive Time
2h 54m
Distance
158 mi
254 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 43m
★
6 AM
2h 55m
8 AM
3h 17m
10 AM
3h 2m
12 PM
3h 0m
3 PM
3h 3m
5 PM
3h 16m
8 PM
2h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Stillwater, OK
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Jay to Stillwater, expect a straightforward 158-mile trek across the Great Plains of Oklahoma. You will spend about 2 hours and 54 minutes on the road, making this an ideal candidate for a single-day journey. Your route relies heavily on major thoroughfares including the Cherokee Turnpike, the Cimarron Turnpike, and the Dan P. Holmes Memorial Expressway. Budgeting around $24 for fuel should cover your travel costs comfortably. Since the entire trip takes place within the same region, you will find a consistent, manageable pace that doesn't require an overnight split. This highway-focused drive is perfect for those prioritizing efficiency and reliability over backroad exploration.
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 miles from Jay, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 27m into the drive .
Drive Character
This journey is defined by its high-speed connectivity, with roughly 83% of the trip spent on highways. You will find yourself cruising along major turnpikes, which creates a very predictable driving rhythm. The longest single stretch occurs on the Dan P. Holmes Memorial Expressway, where you can settle in for a 31.4-mile run without interruption. While the route is undeniably functional and fast, it lacks the technical curves of local roads, instead favoring long, expansive stretches typical of the Oklahoma plains. Expect a smooth, consistent experience behind the wheel that allows you to cover the distance with minimal stress.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Dan P. Holmes Memorial Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 31.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Dan P. Holmes Memorial Expressway and Cimarron Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 18.4 miles in.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 158 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 18.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 78.4 miles (I 244; US 412 / Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 88.6 miles (US 412 / Sand Springs Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
18.4 mi into trip
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~22m in
Take the ramp toward US 412 West: Tulsa
Navigation decision point
Toward US 412 West: Tulsa
9
78.4 mi into trip
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~1h 26m in
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I 244; US 412 / Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 244; US 412 / Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway toward I 244 West, US 412 West: Sand Springs, Enid, Downtown Tulsa, Tulsa International Airport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 236B
Toward I 244 West, US 412 West: Sand Springs, E...
9
88.6 mi into trip
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~1h 38m in
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US 412 / Sand Springs Expressway
Keep slight left at fork onto US 412 / Sand Springs Expressway toward US 64 West, US 412 West, OK 51 West: Sand Springs
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 5B
Toward US 64 West, US 412 West, OK 51 West: San...
8
144.3 mi into trip
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~2h 35m in
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Cimarron Turnpike Spur
Keep slight right at fork onto Cimarron Turnpike Spur toward OK 312 West: Stillwater
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 27
Toward OK 312 West: Stillwater
7
151.4 mi into trip
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~2h 42m in
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North Perkins Road
At end of road, turn left onto North Perkins Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Towns Along This Route
Between Jay, OK and Stillwater, OK, road signs point toward Enid, Tulsa and Tulsa International Airport.
Enid
78.4 mi in
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~1h 26m
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via I 244; US 412
Tulsa
78.4 mi in
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~1h 26m
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via I 244; US 412
Tulsa International Airport
78.4 mi in
|
~1h 26m
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via I 244; US 412
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dan P. Holmes Memorial Expressway | 31.4 mi | 36m |
| Cimarron Turnpike | 31 mi | 29m |
| Cherokee Turnpike | 28.3 mi | 27m |
| South Main Street | 18.4 mi | 22m |
| Sand Springs Expressway | 14.8 mi | 16m |
| Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway | 10.3 mi | 12m |
| Keystone Expressway | 8.7 mi | 9m |
| Cimarron Turnpike Spur | 6.9 mi | 7m |
Longest stretch:
Dan P. Holmes Memorial Expressway
— 31.4 mi, about 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jay, OK and Stillwater, OK.
1
Start on this road
24 ft
·
3 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto US 59; OK 10; OK 20
18 mi
·
22 min
·
South Main Street
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward US 412 West: Tulsa
4
Merge onto US 412
28 mi
·
27 min
·
Cherokee Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Continue on US 412
31 mi
·
36 min
·
Dan P. Holmes Memorial Expressway
Use the straight lane.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto I 244; US 412
10 mi
·
12 min
·
Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway
Exit 236B
Toward I 244 West, US 412 West: Sand Springs, Enid, Downtown Tulsa, Tulsa International Airport
Use the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto US 412
15 mi
·
16 min
·
Sand Springs Expressway
Exit 5B
Toward US 64 West, US 412 West, OK 51 West: Sand Springs
Use the slight left 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
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Jerald Warden Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on US 64; US 412
5.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Keystone Expressway
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on US 412
31 mi
·
29 min
·
Cimarron Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto Cimarron Turnpike Spur
6.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Cimarron Turnpike Spur
Exit 27
Toward OK 312 West: Stillwater
Use the right lane.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 21A
Toward Perkins Rd.
14
At end of road, turn left onto North Perkins Road
6.2 mi
·
10 min
·
North Perkins Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
15
Turn right onto OK 51
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East 6th Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Arrive at destination
OK 51
Trip Plan
Because this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule, though planning for one strategic stop will help keep you refreshed. Since the drive is highway-intensive, keep a close eye on your fuel levels before hitting the turnpikes to avoid unnecessary detours. Departing in the morning is your best bet to ensure you arrive in Stillwater well before the end of the day. Remember that your $24 fuel estimate is a baseline, so account for any extra mileage if you decide to detour from the main path. Prioritize a single, efficient break to maintain your momentum and arrive at your destination feeling energized.
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 miles from Jay, OK, or about 1h 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 31.4 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 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 79 miles or 1h 27m 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 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Stillwater, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Jay, 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 Jay, OK
This is one driving day of about 158 miles and 2h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Jay, 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 Dan P. Holmes Memorial Expressway for about 31.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 79 mi from Jay, OK · 1h 27m 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
Arriving in Stillwater, OK
The final approach into Stillwater, 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 Stillwater, 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
$24.00 one way
$48.00 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
55 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $26.46 | $52.91 |
| premium | $4.80 | $29.83 | $59.65 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $35.10 | $70.20 |
Estimated Tolls: $3.87
Cherokee Turnpike
(28.3 mi)
$1.98
Cimarron Turnpike
(37.9 mi)
$1.89
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
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 55.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 47.4 | 0 | $16.59 | $7.58 |
| Efficient EV | 39.5 | 0 | $13.83 | $6.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 63.2 | 0 | $22.12 | $10.11 |
Gas CO2
55 kg
EV CO2
18 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
Stillwater, OK
Afternoon in Stillwater on Sunday
Local time
2:57 PM
CDT
Current temp
49°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 54m 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 Jay, OK to Stillwater, OK covers 158 miles and takes about 2h 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Dan P. Holmes Memorial Expressway, Cimarron Turnpike, Cherokee Turnpike. 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 miles from Jay, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $24.00 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 is a demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 158 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 18.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 78.4 miles (I 244; US 412 / Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 88.6 miles (US 412 / Sand Springs Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Jay, OK and Stillwater, OK, road signs point toward Enid, Tulsa and Tulsa International Airport.
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