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Trip from Marietta, OK to Tulsa, OK

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 52m

Distance

94.2 mi

152 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$15

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 24 min
4 AM
1h 45m ★
6 AM
1h 53m
8 AM
2h 9m
10 AM
1h 59m
12 PM
1h 57m
3 PM
2h 0m
5 PM
2h 9m
8 PM
1h 48m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

city in Love County, Oklahoma, United States

Marietta, OK

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Trip Overview

This 94.2-mile drive from Marietta, OK, to Tulsa, OK, is a manageable journey that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 52 minutes, making it an excellent day trip. With a fuel cost estimated at $15, it's an economical option for exploring. You'll primarily navigate on the Muskogee Turnpike, US 62, and the 42nd Rainbow Infantry Division Memorial Highway. The entire trip stays within the Great Plains region, offering a consistent landscape. This route is straightforward, perfect for those looking for a direct and efficient drive between these two Oklahoma cities.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

47.1 miles from Marietta, OK

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 1m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 52m. Total distance: 94.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 52m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (66%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

Expect a highway-focused drive for about 66% of this trip. The majority of your time will be spent on well-maintained roadways, including a significant 33.5-mile stretch on the Muskogee Turnpike. This means you'll experience periods of consistent speed and minimal interruptions. While the route is primarily highway, the inclusion of US 62 and the 42nd Rainbow Infantry Division Memorial Highway suggests you might encounter some varied road conditions as you approach your destination. Overall, it’s a drive that prioritizes getting you to Tulsa efficiently.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Muskogee Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 33.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Muskogee Turnpike and US 62. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 44.9 miles in.

Driving Effort 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 1h 52m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 44.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 92.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 93.1 miles (East 13th Street South): Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 10 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

7
44.9 mi into trip | ~59m in

Take the exit toward OK 165 North: Port of Muskogee, Tulsa, USS Batfish

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward OK 165 North: Port of Muskogee, Tulsa, U...
7
92.8 mi into trip | ~1h 48m in

Take the exit toward Detroit Avenue, 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. Toward Detroit Avenue, Downtown
6
93.1 mi into trip | ~1h 49m in | East 13th Street South

Turn left onto East 13th Street South

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / left lanes.
7
94 mi into trip | ~1h 52m in | East 3rd Street South

At end of road, turn left onto East 3rd Street South

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
7
94.1 mi into trip | ~1h 52m in | South Boulder Avenue West

Turn right onto South Boulder Avenue West

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / left / right lanes.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from Marietta, OK to Tulsa, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Uss Batfish along the way.

Uss Batfish

44.9 mi in | ~59m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Muskogee Turnpike 33.5 mi 31m
US 62 14.6 mi 17m
42nd Rainbow Infantry Division Memorial Highway 12.2 mi 14m
Broken Arrow Expressway 10.5 mi 12m
42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway 9.7 mi 15m
OK 10 4 mi 4m
South Muskogee Avenue 3.9 mi 6m
Disabled American Veterans Highway 3.4 mi 3m
Longest stretch: Muskogee Turnpike — 33.5 mi, about 31m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Marietta, OK and Tulsa, OK.

1

Start on OK 51

12 mi · 14 min · 42nd Rainbow Infantry Division Memorial Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
2

Continue on OK 51

7.4 mi · 11 min · 42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
3

Continue on US 62; OK 51; OK 10

0.5 mi · 45 sec · East Downing Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
4

Turn left onto US 62; OK 10; OK 51; OK 82

2.2 mi · 3 min · 42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
5

Turn left onto OK 10; OK 82

3.9 mi · 6 min · South Muskogee Avenue
Use the left lane.
6

Continue on OK 10; US 62

0.1 mi · 11 sec · OK 10; US 62
7

Continue on US 62; OK 10

4.0 mi · 4 min · US 62; OK 10
8

Continue on OK 10; US 62

0.7 mi · 50 sec · OK 10; US 62
Use the straight / right lanes.
9

Continue on OK 10; US 62

3.2 mi · 3 min · OK 10; US 62
Use the straight / right lanes.
10

Continue on US 62; OK 10

3.0 mi · 3 min · US 62; OK 10
Use the straight / right lanes.
11

Continue on US 62; OK 10

7.6 mi · 9 min · US 62; OK 10
Use the straight / right lanes.
12

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 54 sec
Toward OK 165 North: Port of Muskogee, Tulsa, USS Batfish Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Merge onto OK 165; OK 351

33 mi · 31 min · Muskogee Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Continue on OK 51

3.4 mi · 3 min · Disabled American Veterans Highway
Use the straight lane.
15

Continue on OK 51

380 ft · 5 sec · Representative David Brumbaugh Memorial Bridge
16

Continue on OK 51

11 mi · 12 min · Broken Arrow Expressway
Use the straight lane.
17

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 39 sec
Toward Detroit Avenue, Downtown Use the slight right lane.
18

Turn left onto East 13th Street South

0.2 mi · 28 sec · East 13th Street South
Use the straight / left lanes.
19

Turn right onto South Boston Avenue East

0.7 mi · 2 min · South Boston Avenue East
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
20

At end of road, turn left onto East 3rd Street South

0.1 mi · 31 sec · East 3rd Street South
Use the left lane.
21

Turn right onto South Boulder Avenue West

390 ft · 15 sec · South Boulder Avenue West
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
22

Arrive at destination

South Boulder Avenue West

Trip Plan

Given the short 1 hour and 52-minute duration, you have a lot of flexibility with this route. It's best to depart in the morning to maximize your day in Tulsa, and you won't need to worry about splitting the drive. While there are no mandated stops, consider a brief break around the halfway point, especially if you plan on taking advantage of the longest uninterrupted stretch on the Muskogee Turnpike. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated $15 cost is based on current averages, and it's always wise to top off before embarking on the final leg into Tulsa.

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 47.1 miles from Marietta, OK, or about 1h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 33.5 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 21 miles or 27m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 47.1 miles or 1h 1m 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 30m

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 Marietta, OK so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Marietta, OK

This is one driving day of about 94.2 miles and 1h 52m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Marietta, OK.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Muskogee Turnpike for about 33.5 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 47.1 mi from Marietta, OK · 1h 1m into the drive

town in Oklahoma

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Fort Gibson, OK

47 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.

Popular next leg

Fort Gibson, OK to Tulsa, OK

53.7 mi · 1h

Pacing Suggestions

Tahlequah, OK

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Fort Gibson, OK

Meal break

The midpoint is around 47.1 miles from Marietta, 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.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$14.73 one way

$29.45 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 33 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $16.17 $32.34
premium $4.89 $18.13 $36.26
diesel $5.61 $20.80 $41.60

Estimated Tolls: $2.34

Muskogee Turnpike (33.5 mi) $2.34

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

$15

Tolls

$2

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$42–$67

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 33 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 28.3 0 $9.89 $4.52
Efficient EV 23.6 0 $8.24 $3.77
EV Truck/SUV 37.7 0 $13.19 $6.03

Gas CO2

33 kg

EV CO2

11 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Marietta, OK

Night in Marietta on Friday

Local time

11:20 PM

CDT

Current temp

55°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Tulsa, OK

Night in Tulsa on Friday

Local time

11:20 PM

CDT

Current temp

59°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 warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

1h 52m 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 Marietta, OK to Tulsa, OK covers 94.2 miles and takes about 1h 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Muskogee Turnpike, US 62, 42nd Rainbow Infantry Division Memorial Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 47.1 miles from Marietta, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.73 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 straightforward 1h 52m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

The main spots that need attention: at 44.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 92.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 93.1 miles (East 13th Street South): Lane positioning matters here.

On the drive from Marietta, OK to Tulsa, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Uss Batfish along the way.

How this page is built

Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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