Origin
Muskogee, OK
Morning in Muskogee on Friday
Local time
8:43 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Muskogee, OK to Bristow, OK
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 27m
Distance
62.4 mi
100 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Fair
2 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 21m
★
6 AM
1h 28m
8 AM
1h 41m
10 AM
1h 32m
12 PM
1h 31m
3 PM
1h 33m
5 PM
1h 40m
8 PM
1h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Muskogee, OK
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Bristow, OK
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Trip Overview
The drive from Muskogee, OK to Bristow, OK covers 62.4 miles and takes about 1h 27m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on OK 16, US 62, West Okmulgee Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 37 miles on OK 16. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.76 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 27m. Total distance: 62.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 27m highway drive covering 62.4 miles, with most of the trip on OK 16 and US 62. The longest continuous stretch is about 37 miles on OK 16.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 6 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
OK 16 is the longest continuous segment at about 37 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on OK 16 and US 62. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 62 Business; US 64 Business / West Okmulgee Avenue.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Muskogee, OK to Bristow, OK is easy. At 1h 27m with 88% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 62 Business; US 64 Business / West Okmulgee Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 15.7 miles (US 62; OK 16): Lane positioning matters here; at 62.3 miles (OK 16; OK 48 / South Main Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
3 of 3 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 62 Business; US 64 Business / West Okmulgee Avenue
Depart onto US 62 Business; US 64 Business / West Okmulgee Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
3
15.7 mi into trip
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~23m in
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US 62; OK 16
Continue onto US 62; OK 16 toward Bristow
Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward Bristow
5
62.3 mi into trip
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~1h 27m in
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OK 16; OK 48 / South Main Street
Turn right onto OK 16; OK 48 / South Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| OK 16 | 37 mi | 48m |
| US 62 | 18.1 mi | 25m |
| West Okmulgee Avenue | 7.1 mi | 12m |
| South Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
OK 16
— 37 mi, about 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Muskogee, OK and Bristow, OK.
1
Start on US 62 Business; US 64 Business
7.1 mi
·
12 min
·
West Okmulgee Avenue
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
2
Continue on US 62; US 64; OK 16
8.6 mi
·
10 min
·
US 62; US 64; OK 16
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
3
Continue on US 62; OK 16
9.5 mi
·
15 min
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US 62; OK 16
Toward Bristow
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
4
Continue on OK 16
37 mi
·
48 min
·
OK 16
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
5
Turn right onto OK 16; OK 48
0.2 mi
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24 sec
·
South Main Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
6
Arrive at destination
OK 16; OK 48
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 31.2 mi from Muskogee, OK · 46m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.2 miles from Muskogee, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bristow, OK
The final approach into Bristow, 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
$9.76 one way
$19.51 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.71 | $21.42 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.01 | $24.02 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.78 | $27.55 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.7 | 0 | $6.55 | $3.00 |
| Efficient EV | 15.6 | 0 | $5.46 | $2.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25 | 0 | $8.74 | $3.99 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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
Bristow, OK
Morning in Bristow on Friday
Local time
8:43 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 27m 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 Muskogee, OK to Bristow, OK covers 62.4 miles and takes about 1h 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are OK 16, US 62, West Okmulgee Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 31.2 miles from Muskogee, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.76 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.
The drive from Muskogee, OK to Bristow, OK is easy. At 1h 27m with 88% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 62 Business; US 64 Business / West Okmulgee Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 15.7 miles (US 62; OK 16): Lane positioning matters here; at 62.3 miles (OK 16; OK 48 / South Main Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Muskogee, OK to Bristow, OK does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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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