Origin
Nowata, OK
Night in Nowata on Tuesday
Local time
11:28 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Nowata, OK to Copeland, OK
Data updated 40 minutes ago
Drive Time
1h 5m
Distance
52.4 mi
84 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 1m
★
6 AM
1h 6m
8 AM
1h 16m
10 AM
1h 10m
12 PM
1h 9m
3 PM
1h 10m
5 PM
1h 16m
8 PM
1h 3m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Nowata, OK
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Copeland, OK
Alan Garzón
Trip Overview
This straightforward 52.4-mile drive from Nowata to Copeland in Oklahoma is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 5 minutes. Primarily utilizing US 60 and US 59, with a segment on the Will Rogers Turnpike, this route offers a highway-focused experience. With a modest estimated fuel cost of $8, it's an economical option for a quick journey. Both your origin and destination are situated within the Great Plains region, so expect a consistent landscape. This drive is ideal for those seeking a direct and efficient route without extensive detours.
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
26.2 miles from Nowata, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 32m into the drive .
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Drive Character
The majority of this drive, about 80% of it, is on highways, offering a consistent pace. You'll encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch of 21 miles on US 60, providing a good opportunity to settle in. The profile is decidedly highway-focused, meaning you'll likely experience smooth, predictable driving conditions for most of the 52.4 miles. While there are no significant changes in road type, the transition between US 60, the Will Rogers Turnpike, and US 59 is seamless, keeping your momentum going.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 60 is the longest continuous segment at about 21 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 60 and Will Rogers Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 60 / East Cherokee Avenue.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 52.4 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: near the start (US 60 / East Cherokee Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 30.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 43.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 60 / East Cherokee Avenue
Turn left onto US 60 / East Cherokee Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
7
30.1 mi into trip
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~38m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 44 East: Joplin
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 44 East: Joplin
8
43.2 mi into trip
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~52m 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
43.4 mi into trip
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~52m 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
43.7 mi into trip
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~53m 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 Nowata, OK and Copeland, OK, road signs point toward Cash Only, Grove and Afton.
Cash Only
29.9 mi in
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~38m
Grove
43.2 mi in
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~52m
Afton
43.2 mi in
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~52m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 60 | 21 mi | 24m |
| Will Rogers Turnpike | 12.6 mi | 12m |
| US 59 | 8.4 mi | 11m |
| East Cherokee Avenue | 6.9 mi | 9m |
| Excelsior Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| South 7th Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| CR E0269 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| East Illinois Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 60
— 21 mi, about 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Nowata, OK and Copeland, OK.
1
Start on US 169 Alternate
127 ft
·
9 sec
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Maple Street
2
Turn left onto US 60
6.9 mi
·
9 min
·
East Cherokee Avenue
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
3
Continue on US 60
21 mi
·
24 min
·
US 60
Use the straight / left lanes.
4
Continue on US 60; US 69; US Historic 66
0.3 mi
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35 sec
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South Wilson Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
5
Turn right onto Excelsior Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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Excelsior Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Continue on CR E0269
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
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CR E0269
7
At end of road, turn left onto CR S4410
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
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South 7th Street
8
Turn right onto US 60; US 69; US Historic 66
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
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East Illinois Avenue
9
Turn left
352 ft
·
8 sec
Use the left lane.
10
Turn slight right
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward Cash Only
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 44 East: Joplin
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Merge onto I 44
13 mi
·
12 min
·
Will Rogers Turnpike
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 302
Toward US 59, US 60: Fairland, Grove, Afton
Use the right lane.
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
Toward Cash Only
Use the straight lane.
15
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
this road
16
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.
17
Turn straight onto US 59; US 60; US 69; US Historic 66
0.6 mi
·
56 sec
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US 59; US 60; US 69; US Historic 66
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
18
Turn left onto US 59
7.8 mi
·
10 min
·
US 59
Toward US 69 South: Grove
19
Turn sharp right onto East 250 Road
303 ft
·
5 sec
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East 250 Road
20
Arrive at destination
East 250 Road
Trip Plan
Given its short 1 hour and 5 minute duration, this trip offers plenty of flexibility. You can leave whenever it suits you, perhaps in the late morning to avoid early rush. With only 52.4 miles, extensive stops aren't necessary, but keep an eye on your fuel, especially if you plan any side exploration. The longest stretch without a town is 21 miles on US 60, so ensure you have enough fuel before embarking on that segment. This drive is a perfect candidate for a spontaneous outing.
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 26.2 miles from Nowata, OK, or about 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 21 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 52.4 miles or 1h 5m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 26.2 miles or 32m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 55m
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 Nowata, 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 Nowata, OK
This is one driving day of about 52.4 miles and 1h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Nowata, 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 US 60 for about 21 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.2 mi from Nowata, OK · 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 52.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.2 miles from Nowata, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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
$8.19 one way
$16.38 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.99 | $17.99 |
| premium | $4.89 | $10.08 | $20.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.57 | $23.14 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.63
Will Rogers Turnpike
(12.6 mi)
$0.63
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
$8
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.7 | 0 | $5.50 | $2.52 |
| Efficient EV | 13.1 | 0 | $4.59 | $2.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21 | 0 | $7.34 | $3.35 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Destination
Copeland, OK
Night in Copeland on Tuesday
Local time
11:28 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°F
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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
2 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 5m 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 Nowata, OK to Copeland, OK covers 52.4 miles and takes about 1h 5m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 60, Will Rogers Turnpike, US 59. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26.2 miles from Nowata, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.19 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 14 significant decision points across 52.4 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: near the start (US 60 / East Cherokee Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 30.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 43.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Nowata, OK and Copeland, OK, road signs point toward Cash Only, Grove and Afton.
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