Mustang, OK to Muskogee, OK is 152.3 miles and takes about 2h 46m via Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway and US 69, with a fuel budget near $24 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive keeps you within the familiar Great Plains region for its entirety, offering a straightforward journey across Oklahoma. Expect a local driving feel with plenty of turns, making it less about high-speed cruising and more about navigating through communities. It's a manageable distance for a single day, perfect if you're looking for a relatively quick trip without extensive planning.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
76.1 miles from Mustang, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 24m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 46m. Total distance: 152.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
This route presents a turn-heavy local drive rather than a direct interstate cruise. With only 29% of the journey on highways, you'll experience a more varied road character. The longest uninterrupted stretch covers 98.6 miles on the Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway, offering a good period of consistent driving before you transition to more local roads. As you progress, be prepared for frequent changes in direction and speed limits as you navigate through different towns and landscapes.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 98.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near OK 4; OK 152.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 152.3 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 0.5 miles (OK 4; OK 152): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.5 miles (I 44; I 240; OK 3 / Will Rogers Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0.5 mi into trip|~1m in|OK 4; OK 152
Turn right onto OK 4; OK 152
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
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9.8 mi into trip|~14m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 44 West, OK 3 East, I 240 East: Lawton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 44 West, OK 3 East, I 240 East: Lawton
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10.5 mi into trip|~15m in|I 44; I 240; OK 3 / Will Rogers Expressway
Merge onto I 44; I 240; OK 3 / Will Rogers Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
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11.6 mi into trip|~16m in|I 240; US 62; OK 3 / Southwest Expressway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 240; US 62; OK 3 / Southwest Expressway toward I 240 East, US 62 East, OK 3 East: Dallas, Fort Smith
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 115
Toward I 240 East, US 62 East, OK 3 East: Dalla...
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128.3 mi into trip|~2h 17m in
Take the exit toward US 69 North: Muskogee
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the sharp right lane.
Exit 264B
Toward US 69 North: Muskogee
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 Mustang, OK to Muskogee, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Smith along the way.
Fort Smith
11.6 mi in|~16m|via I 240; US 62; OK 3
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway
98.6 mi
1h 40m
US 69
20.9 mi
22m
Southeast Expressway
13 mi
14m
Airport Road
5.9 mi
7m
Southwest Expressway
3.7 mi
4m
OK 4
3.4 mi
5m
US 64 Business
1.7 mi
3m
Tim Vandiver Memorial Highway
1.4 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway
— 98.6 mi, about 1h 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mustang, OK and Muskogee, OK.
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Start on South Mustang Road
0.5 mi·1 min·South Mustang Road
2
Turn right onto OK 4; OK 152
3.4 mi·5 min·OK 4; OK 152
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Continue on OK 152
5.9 mi·7 min·Airport Road
Use the straight lane.
4
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·13 sec
Toward I 44 West, OK 3 East, I 240 East: LawtonUse the slight right lane.
5
Continue on I 240
0.5 mi·35 sec·I 240
6
Merge onto I 44; I 240; OK 3
1.1 mi·1 min·Will Rogers Expressway
Use the straight lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 240; US 62; OK 3
3.7 mi·4 min·Southwest Expressway
Exit 115Toward I 240 East, US 62 East, OK 3 East: Dallas, Fort SmithUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on I 240; US 62; OK 3
13 mi·14 min·Southeast Expressway
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on I 40; US 270; OK 3
75 mi·1 hr 17 min·Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on I 40
1.4 mi·1 min·Tim Vandiver Memorial Highway
Toward I 40 East: Fort SmithUse the straight lane.
11
Continue on I 40
23 mi·23 min·Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi·35 sec
Exit 264BToward US 69 North: MuskogeeUse the sharp right lane.
13
Merge onto US 69
21 mi·22 min·US 69
Use the straight lane.
14
Turn right onto West Hancock Road
1.0 mi·2 min·West Hancock Road
15
Turn left onto US 64 Business
1.7 mi·3 min·US 64 Business
16
Turn left onto US 62 Business; US 64 Business
74 ft·2 sec·West Okmulgee Avenue
17
Arrive at destination
US 62 Business; US 64 Business
Trip Plan
Given the 2h 46m duration, leaving Mustang, OK in the morning should allow ample time to reach Muskogee, OK before evening. You'll want to factor in one stop, as indicated, to break up the drive and refuel if necessary. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch on Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway is quite substantial at 98.6 miles. Planning your fuel stop before this long segment could prevent any unnecessary detours or anxiety.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 76.1 miles from Mustang, OK, or about 1h 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 98.6 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 34 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 76.1 miles or 1h 24m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Muskogee, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Mustang, 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 Mustang, OK
This is one driving day of about 152.3 miles and 2h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 miles from Mustang, OK.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway for about 98.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 76.1 mi from Mustang, OK
· 1h 24m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Oklahoma City National Memorial
National Memorial
The outdoor symbolic memorial is a place of quiet reflection, honoring victims, survivors, rescuers, and all who were changed forever on April 19, 1995. It encompasses the now sacred soil where the Al...
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
45.7
0
$15.99
$7.31
Efficient EV
38.1
0
$13.33
$6.09
EV Truck/SUV
60.9
0
$21.32
$9.75
Gas CO2
53 kg
EV CO2
18 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 as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Mustang, OK
Evening
in Mustang on Friday
Local time
6:20 PM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Muskogee, OK
Evening
in Muskogee on Friday
Local time
6:20 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
3 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
2h 46m 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 Mustang, OK to Muskogee, OK covers 152.3 miles and takes about 2h 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway, US 69, Southeast Expressway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 76.1 miles from Mustang, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $23.81 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 152.3 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 0.5 miles (OK 4; OK 152): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.5 miles (I 44; I 240; OK 3 / Will Rogers Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Mustang, OK to Muskogee, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Smith 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, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
