Origin
Muskogee, OK
Evening in Muskogee on Friday
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8:02 PM
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Current temp
74°F
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Trip from Muskogee, OK to Heavener, OK
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 54m
Distance
91.6 mi
147 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 46m
★
6 AM
1h 54m
8 AM
2h 11m
10 AM
2h 0m
12 PM
1h 58m
3 PM
2h 1m
5 PM
2h 10m
8 PM
1h 49m
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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Heavener, OK
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Trip Overview
The drive from Muskogee, OK to Heavener, OK covers 91.6 miles and takes about 1h 54m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 59, Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway, Kerr Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 26.2 miles on US 59. At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.32 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
45.8 miles from Muskogee, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 50m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 54m. Total distance: 91.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (50%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
The drive from Muskogee, OK to Heavener, OK covers 91.6 miles and takes about 1h 54m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 59 is the longest continuous segment at about 26.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.5 miles in.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 91.6 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.5 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 23.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 24.2 miles (I 40 / Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
3.5 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the ramp toward OK 165 South, To I-40
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward OK 165 South, To I-40
6
23.3 mi into trip
|
~27m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 40 East: Fort Smith
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 56B
Toward I 40 East: Fort Smith
5
24.2 mi into trip
|
~28m in
|
I 40 / Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 40 / Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
45 mi into trip
|
~49m in
|
I 40 Business
Take the exit onto I 40 Business toward I 40 Business East, US 59: Sallisaw, Poteau
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.
Exit 308
Toward I 40 Business East, US 59: Sallisaw, Pot...
6
75.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 30m in
|
US 59; US 271
Turn right onto US 59; US 271
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / 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 Muskogee, OK to Heavener, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Poteau along the way.
Poteau
45 mi in
|
~49m
|
via I 40 Business
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 59 | 26.2 mi | 38m |
| Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway | 20.7 mi | 21m |
| Kerr Boulevard | 20 mi | 23m |
| Muskogee Turnpike | 19.7 mi | 20m |
| Chandler Road | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| West Okmulgee Avenue | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| I 40 Business | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East Avenue C | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 59
— 26.2 mi, about 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Muskogee, OK and Heavener, OK.
1
Start on US 62 Business; US 64 Business
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
West Okmulgee Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
Continue on Chandler Road
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Chandler Road
3
Turn right onto South 41st Street East
296 ft
·
13 sec
·
South 41st Street East
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Toward OK 165 South, To I-40
5
Merge onto OK 165; OK 351
20 mi
·
20 min
·
Muskogee Turnpike
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Exit 56B
Toward I 40 East: Fort Smith
7
Merge onto I 40
21 mi
·
21 min
·
Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
8
Take the exit onto I 40 Business
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
I 40 Business
Exit 308
Toward I 40 Business East, US 59: Sallisaw, Poteau
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Turn right onto US 59
20 mi
·
23 min
·
Kerr Boulevard
Use the right lane.
10
Turn right onto US 59; US 271
359 ft
·
7 sec
·
US 59; US 271
11
Continue on US 59; US 271
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
US 59; US 271
Use the straight / left lanes.
12
Continue on US 59; US 271
10 mi
·
15 min
·
US 59; US 271
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
13
Turn right onto US 59; US 271
16 mi
·
23 min
·
US 59; US 271
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Turn left onto West Avenue C
384 ft
·
21 sec
·
West Avenue C
15
Turn left onto Main Street
207 ft
·
10 sec
·
Main Street
16
Turn right onto East Avenue C
430 ft
·
20 sec
·
East Avenue C
17
Turn right onto East 1st Street
104 ft
·
4 sec
·
East 1st Street
18
Arrive at destination
East 1st Street
Trip Plan
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 45.8 miles from Muskogee, OK, or about 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 26.2 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 20 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.8 miles or 50m 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 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Heavener, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Muskogee, OK so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Muskogee, OK
This is one driving day of about 91.6 miles and 1h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Muskogee, OK.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 59 for about 26.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 45.8 mi from Muskogee, OK · 50m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
46 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 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 45.8 miles from Muskogee, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Heavener, OK
The final approach into Heavener, 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
$14.32 one way
$28.64 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $15.72 | $31.45 |
| premium | $4.89 | $17.63 | $35.26 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.22 | $40.45 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.38
Muskogee Turnpike
(19.7 mi)
$1.38
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
$14
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.5 | 0 | $9.62 | $4.40 |
| Efficient EV | 22.9 | 0 | $8.01 | $3.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36.6 | 0 | $12.82 | $5.86 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 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.
Destination
Heavener, OK
Evening in Heavener on Friday
Local time
8:02 PM
CDT
Current temp
73°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
1 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
1h 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 Muskogee, OK to Heavener, OK covers 91.6 miles and takes about 1h 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 59, Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway, Kerr Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 45.8 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 $14.32 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 91.6 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.5 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 23.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 24.2 miles (I 40 / Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Muskogee, OK to Heavener, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Poteau 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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