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Trip from Morris, OK to Copeland, OK

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Drive Time

2h 24m

Distance

125.8 mi

202 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$20

one way

EV Charging

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station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 30 min
4 AM
2h 15m ★
6 AM
2h 25m
8 AM
2h 45m
10 AM
2h 32m
12 PM
2h 30m
3 PM
2h 33m
5 PM
2h 44m
8 PM
2h 19m

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

Downtown Morris, OK, OK

Morris, OK

Lukas Kosc

Downtown Copeland, OK, OK

Copeland, OK

Alan Garzón

Trip Overview

This 125.8-mile journey from Morris, OK to Copeland, OK takes approximately 2 hours and 24 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day road trip. The route is primarily highway-focused, with about 65% of the drive on major interstates like I 44. With an estimated fuel cost of $20, this is an economical option for exploring the Great Plains region. You won't encounter any designated stops along the way, so planning your own breaks will be key. This drive offers a straightforward way to cover ground efficiently within Oklahoma.

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

62.9 miles from Morris, OK

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 17m into the drive .

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Drive Character

Expect a highway-dominant experience on this route, with 65% of your time spent on major roadways. The Trooper William McClendon Memorial Highway and the Skelly Bypass are also part of the journey, offering continuous travel. The longest uninterrupted stretch is a significant 65.3 miles on I 44, so be prepared for periods of consistent high-speed driving. This profile suggests a focus on getting from point A to point B efficiently rather than a winding, scenic exploration.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 44 is the longest continuous segment at about 65.3 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 44 and Trooper William McClendon Memorial Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 38.8 miles in.

Route Complexity 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 125.8 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 38.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 55.6 miles (I 44): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 116.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 16 key points

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

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38.8 mi into trip | ~48m in

Take the exit toward I 44 East, OK 66 East: Joplin, Claremore

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 I 44 East, OK 66 East: Joplin, Claremore
8
55.6 mi into trip | ~1h 10m in | I 44

Keep slight right at fork onto I 44 toward I 44 East: Joplin, Claremore

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 44 East: Joplin, Claremore
8
116.6 mi into trip | ~2h 11m in

Take the exit toward US 59, US 60: Fairland, Grove, Afton

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

Use the right lane. Exit 302 Toward US 59, US 60: Fairland, Grove, Afton
8
116.8 mi into trip | ~2h 11m in

Keep slight left at fork toward Cash Only

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane. Toward Cash Only
9
117.1 mi into trip | ~2h 12m in

Keep slight right at fork toward US 59 South, US 60 West, US 69 South: Afton, Grove

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward US 59 South, US 60 West, US 69 South: Af...

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

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

Between Morris, OK and Copeland, OK, road signs point toward Claremore, Grove, Afton and Cash Only.

Claremore

38.8 mi in | ~48m

Grove

116.6 mi in | ~2h 11m

Afton

116.6 mi in | ~2h 11m

Cash Only

116.8 mi in | ~2h 11m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 44 65.3 mi 1h 6m
Trooper William McClendon Memorial Highway 13.8 mi 16m
Skelly Bypass 11.9 mi 14m
Okmulgee Beeline 9.8 mi 12m
US 59 8.4 mi 11m
Okmulgee Expressway 4.9 mi 5m
University Boulevard 3.7 mi 5m
US 62 2.6 mi 3m
Longest stretch: I 44 — 65.3 mi, about 1h 6m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Morris, OK and Copeland, OK.

1

Start on OK 52

19 ft · 5 sec · South Hughes Avenue
2

Turn left onto US 62

1.4 mi · 2 min · West Ozark Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
3

Continue on US 62

2.6 mi · 3 min · US 62
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
4

Turn right onto OK 56 Loop

3.7 mi · 5 min · University Boulevard
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
5

Turn right onto US 75

2.0 mi · 2 min · North Wood Drive
Toward US 75 North: Tulsa Use the right lane.
6

Continue on US 75

0.5 mi · 35 sec · Colonel John L. Hillman Parkway
Toward US 75 North: Tulsa Use the straight / right lanes.
7

Continue on US 75

14 mi · 16 min · Trooper William McClendon Memorial Highway
Toward US 75 North: Tulsa Use the straight / sharp right lanes.
8

Continue on US 75

9.8 mi · 12 min · Okmulgee Beeline
Toward US 75 North: Tulsa Use the straight / right lanes.
9

Continue on US 75

4.9 mi · 5 min · Okmulgee Expressway
Toward US 75 North: Tulsa Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min
Toward I 44 East, OK 66 East: Joplin, Claremore Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Merge onto I 44; OK 66

12 mi · 14 min · Skelly Bypass
Toward I 44 East, OK 66 East: Joplin Use the straight / right lanes.
12

Continue on I 44; US 412; OK 66

4.3 mi · 5 min · I 44; US 412; OK 66
Use the straight lane.
13

Keep slight right at fork onto I 44

61 mi · 1 hr 1 min · I 44
Toward I 44 East: Joplin, Claremore Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 27 sec
Exit 302 Toward US 59, US 60: Fairland, Grove, Afton Use the right lane.
15

Keep slight left at fork

0.1 mi · 13 sec
Toward Cash Only Use the straight lane.
16

Continue on this road

0.2 mi · 20 sec · this road
17

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 39 sec
Toward US 59 South, US 60 West, US 69 South: Afton, Grove Use the slight right lane.
18

Turn straight onto US 59; US 60; US 69; US Historic 66

0.6 mi · 56 sec · US 59; US 60; US 69; US Historic 66
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
19

Turn left onto US 59

7.8 mi · 10 min · US 59
Toward US 69 South: Grove
20

Turn sharp right onto East 250 Road

303 ft · 5 sec · East 250 Road
21

Arrive at destination

East 250 Road

Trip Plan

Since this trip is manageable in under 2.5 hours, you have the flexibility to depart whenever suits you best. The $20 fuel cost is quite reasonable, but keep an eye on your gauge, especially during the 65.3-mile stretch on I 44 where services might be less frequent. Because there are no official stops, consider planning a brief pause around the halfway mark to stretch your legs and refuel if needed. A good tip for this route is to check traffic conditions on I 44 before you depart, as it's the primary artery for a significant portion of your drive.

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 62.9 miles from Morris, OK, or about 1h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 65.3 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 34m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 62.9 miles or 1h 17m 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 57m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Copeland, OK than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Morris, 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 Morris, OK

This is one driving day of about 125.8 miles and 2h 24m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Morris, 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 I 44 for about 65.3 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 62.9 mi from Morris, OK · 1h 17m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Tulsa, OK

63 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

Tulsa, OK

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Tulsa, OK

Meal break

The midpoint is around 62.9 miles from Morris, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 44 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 65.3 miles.

Arriving in Copeland, OK

The final approach into Copeland, 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 Copeland, 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

$19.67 one way

$39.33 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 44 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $21.59 $43.19
premium $4.89 $24.21 $48.42
diesel $5.61 $27.78 $55.55

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$20

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$45–$70

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 44 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 37.7 0 $13.21 $6.04
Efficient EV 31.5 0 $11.01 $5.03
EV Truck/SUV 50.3 0 $17.61 $8.05

Gas CO2

44 kg

EV CO2

15 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.

Forecast data refreshed 5 days ago

Origin

Morris, OK

Afternoon in Morris on Wednesday

Local time

2:39 PM

CDT

Current temp

81°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Copeland, OK

Afternoon in Copeland on Wednesday

Local time

2:39 PM

CDT

Current temp

74°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

7 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 24m 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 Morris, OK to Copeland, OK covers 125.8 miles and takes about 2h 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 44, Trooper William McClendon Memorial Highway, Skelly Bypass. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 62.9 miles from Morris, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.67 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 16 significant decision points across 125.8 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 38.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 55.6 miles (I 44): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 116.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Morris, OK and Copeland, OK, road signs point toward Claremore, Grove, Afton and Cash Only.

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