Origin
Mannford, OK
Afternoon in Mannford on Sunday
Local time
1:36 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mannford, OK to Tulsa, OK
Drive Time
29m
Distance
22.8 mi
37 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick and straightforward connection between Mannford and Tulsa, this 22.8-mile trip is an ideal candidate for a simple day excursion. You will spend roughly 29 minutes behind the wheel, making it a highly efficient transition across the Oklahoma Great Plains. Since the entire route can easily be completed in a single day, there is no need to worry about overnight accommodations. Budgeting approximately $3 for fuel should cover your travel costs, keeping this a very economical outing. This highway-focused path provides a reliable, no-nonsense way to get from point A to point B without any mandatory stops required along the way.
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
11.4 miles from Mannford, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 14m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a very consistent experience on this route, as 85% of your journey takes place on high-speed highways. You will navigate a combination of the Mannford Expressway, OK 151, and the Sand Springs Expressway to reach your destination. The most significant portion of your time will be spent on the Sand Springs Expressway, which features an uninterrupted 13.9-mile stretch. Because the drive is heavily highway-oriented, it offers a steady, rhythmic pace that is well-suited for travelers who prefer efficient, fast-moving roads over winding local streets. The transition between these major arteries is seamless, allowing you to maintain momentum from start to finish.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Sand Springs Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 13.9 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
869 ft
651 ft
Total Climb
300 ft
Total Descent
338 ft
Highest Point
869 ft
~3.8 mi in
Elevation Range
218 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Sand Springs Expressway and OK 151. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 7.3 miles in near OK 151.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 8 significant decision points across 22.8 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 7.3 miles (OK 151): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 21.8 miles (North Quanah Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
7.3 mi into trip
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~9m in
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OK 151
Keep slight right at fork onto OK 151 toward US 64 East, US 412 East: Tulsa
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 64 East, US 412 East: Tulsa
6
21.6 mi into trip
|
~26m in
Take the exit toward Quanah Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Quanah Avenue
7
21.8 mi into trip
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~26m in
|
North Quanah Avenue
Turn right onto North Quanah Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
21.9 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
West Archer Street North
Turn left onto West Archer Street North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
22.6 mi into trip
|
~29m in
|
North Boulder Avenue West
Turn right onto North Boulder Avenue West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Sand Springs Expressway | 13.9 mi | 15m |
| OK 151 | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| Mannford Expressway | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| 42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| West Archer Street North | 0.7 mi | 2m |
| Basin Road | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| North Boulder Avenue West | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North Quanah Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Sand Springs Expressway
— 13.9 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mannford, OK and Tulsa, OK.
1
Start on Basin Road
0.5 mi
·
52 sec
·
Basin Road
2
Turn left onto OK 51
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Continue on OK 51
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Mannford Expressway
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Continue on OK 51
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
5
Continue on OK 51
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Mannford Expressway
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Turn slight right onto OK 151
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
OK 151
Use the straight / left lanes.
7
Take the ramp onto OK 151
85 ft
·
2 sec
·
OK 151
8
Keep slight right at fork onto OK 151
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
OK 151
Toward US 64 East, US 412 East: Tulsa
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto US 64; US 412
14 mi
·
15 min
·
Sand Springs Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward Quanah Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
11
Turn right onto North Quanah Avenue
451 ft
·
22 sec
·
North Quanah Avenue
Use the right lane.
12
Turn left onto West Archer Street North
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
West Archer Street North
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Turn right onto North Boulder Avenue West
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
North Boulder Avenue West
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
14
Arrive at destination
South Boulder Avenue West
Trip Plan
Because this drive is so brief, you have total flexibility in your departure time, though planning to avoid peak commute hours can make the transition into Tulsa much smoother. Since there are no designated stops required for this 29-minute trip, you can easily complete the journey in one go without needing to build in rest breaks. Keep in mind that your fuel consumption will be minimal, with a $3 estimate providing plenty of buffer for the 22.8-mile distance. A helpful tip for this specific route is to stay alert as you merge onto the Sand Springs Expressway, as this is where you will encounter the longest stretch of your drive. Treat this as a low-stress commute that gets you exactly where you need to be with minimal preparation.
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 11.4 miles from Mannford, OK, or about 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 13.9 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 22.8 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 11.4 miles or 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 23m
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 Mannford, 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 Mannford, OK
This is one driving day of about 22.8 miles and 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Mannford, OK.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Sand Springs Expressway for about 13.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 11.4 mi from Mannford, OK · 14m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
11 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 22.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 11.4 miles from Mannford, 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
$3.46 one way
$6.93 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $3.82 | $7.64 |
| premium | $4.80 | $4.30 | $8.61 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $5.07 | $10.13 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.8 | 0 | $2.39 | $1.09 |
| Efficient EV | 5.7 | 0 | $1.99 | $0.91 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.1 | 0 | $3.19 | $1.46 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
4 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
29m 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 Mannford, OK to Tulsa, OK covers 22.8 miles and takes about 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Sand Springs Expressway, OK 151, Mannford Expressway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 11.4 miles from Mannford, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.46 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.
This is a demanding drive. With 8 significant decision points across 22.8 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 7.3 miles (OK 151): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 21.8 miles (North Quanah Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Mannford, OK to Tulsa, OK does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 651 ft to 869 ft elevation with about 300 ft of total climbing.
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