Origin
Nowata, OK
Night in Nowata on Tuesday
Local time
11:29 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Nowata, OK to Stillwater, OK
Data updated 5 minutes ago
Drive Time
2h 16m
Distance
119.1 mi
192 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 7m
★
6 AM
2h 17m
8 AM
2h 36m
10 AM
2h 23m
12 PM
2h 22m
3 PM
2h 24m
5 PM
2h 35m
8 PM
2h 11m
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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Stillwater, OK
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Trip Overview
This 119.1-mile drive from Nowata, Oklahoma to Stillwater, Oklahoma is a straightforward, highway-focused trip that can easily be completed in about 2 hours and 16 minutes. With 91% of the journey on highways, you'll spend most of your time on US 169, the Cimarron Turnpike, and the Sand Springs Expressway. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $19, making it an economical option for a day trip. Given its manageable distance and duration, this route is ideal for a single day of travel, allowing you to explore both the Great Plains regions of Oklahoma without needing an overnight stay. It's a practical choice for getting from point A to point B efficiently.
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
59.6 miles from Nowata, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 12m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway experience on this route, with a substantial 91% of the drive taking place on main roads. You'll encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch of 39.7 miles on US 169, offering a good amount of time to settle into the rhythm of the road. The Cimarron Turnpike and Sand Springs Expressway will also contribute to the highway focus. This profile suggests a drive that is largely about covering distance efficiently, with fewer opportunities for spontaneous detours off the main path, making it a consistent and predictable journey.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 169 is the longest continuous segment at about 39.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 169 and Cimarron Turnpike. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 41.7 miles in.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 119.1 miles you will encounter 11 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 41.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 42.1 miles (I 244; US 412 / Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 49.7 miles (US 412 / Sand Springs Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
41.7 mi into trip
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~51m in
Take the exit toward I 244 West, US 412 West: Tulsa, Tulsa International Airport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 244 West, US 412 West: Tulsa, Tulsa In...
5
42.1 mi into trip
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~51m in
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I 244; US 412 / Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway
Merge onto I 244; US 412 / Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
9
49.7 mi into trip
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~1h in
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US 412 / Sand Springs Expressway
Keep slight left at fork onto US 412 / Sand Springs Expressway toward US 64 West, US 412 West, OK 51 West: Sand Springs
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 5B
Toward US 64 West, US 412 West, OK 51 West: San...
8
105.4 mi into trip
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~1h 57m in
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Cimarron Turnpike Spur
Keep slight right at fork onto Cimarron Turnpike Spur toward OK 312 West: Stillwater
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 27
Toward OK 312 West: Stillwater
7
112.5 mi into trip
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~2h 5m in
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North Perkins Road
At end of road, turn left onto North Perkins Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
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 Stillwater, OK, road signs point toward Tulsa International Airport and Perkins Rd..
Tulsa International Airport
41.7 mi in
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~51m
Perkins Rd.
112.3 mi in
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~2h 4m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 169 | 39.7 mi | 47m |
| Cimarron Turnpike | 31 mi | 29m |
| Sand Springs Expressway | 14.8 mi | 16m |
| Keystone Expressway | 8.7 mi | 9m |
| Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway | 7.7 mi | 9m |
| Cimarron Turnpike Spur | 6.9 mi | 7m |
| North Perkins Road | 6.2 mi | 10m |
| Maple Street | 1.9 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
US 169
— 39.7 mi, about 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Nowata, OK and Stillwater, OK.
1
Start on US 169 Alternate
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Maple Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
2
Continue on US 169 Alternate
107 ft
·
5 sec
·
US 169 Alternate
Use the straight / left lanes.
3
Continue on US 169
21 mi
·
25 min
·
US 169
Use the left / right lanes.
4
Continue on US 169
19 mi
·
21 min
·
US 169
Toward US 169 South: Owasso
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 244 West, US 412 West: Tulsa, Tulsa International Airport
Use the slight right lane.
6
Merge onto I 244; US 412
7.7 mi
·
9 min
·
Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway
Use the straight lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto US 412
15 mi
·
16 min
·
Sand Springs Expressway
Exit 5B
Toward US 64 West, US 412 West, OK 51 West: Sand Springs
Use the slight left lane.
8
Continue on US 64; US 412
3.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Keystone Expressway
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on US 64; US 412
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Jerald Warden Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on US 64; US 412
5.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Keystone Expressway
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on US 412
31 mi
·
29 min
·
Cimarron Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto Cimarron Turnpike Spur
6.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Cimarron Turnpike Spur
Exit 27
Toward OK 312 West: Stillwater
Use the right lane.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 21A
Toward Perkins Rd.
14
At end of road, turn left onto North Perkins Road
6.2 mi
·
10 min
·
North Perkins Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
15
Turn right onto OK 51
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East 6th Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Arrive at destination
OK 51
Trip Plan
With a total duration of just over two hours, this drive from Nowata to Stillwater offers excellent flexibility for when you decide to depart. Aiming to leave in the morning will give you ample time to reach your destination and still have most of the day ahead of you. The longest stretch without a planned stop is nearly 40 miles on US 169, so consider a quick fuel or stretch break before you begin that segment if needed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the $19 estimated cost is based on current averages and can fluctuate. Since this is a relatively short trip, you won't need to worry about splitting the drive, allowing for a more relaxed travel day.
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 59.6 miles from Nowata, OK, or about 1h 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 39.7 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 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 59.6 miles or 1h 12m 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 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Stillwater, 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 119.1 miles and 2h 16m.
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 169 for about 39.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 59.6 mi from Nowata, OK · 1h 12m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
60 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 59.6 miles from Nowata, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Stillwater, OK
The final approach into Stillwater, 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 Stillwater, 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
$18.62 one way
$37.24 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
42 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $20.44 | $40.89 |
| premium | $4.89 | $22.92 | $45.84 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $26.30 | $52.59 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.89
Cimarron Turnpike
(37.9 mi)
$1.89
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
$19
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 41.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 35.7 | 0 | $12.51 | $5.72 |
| Efficient EV | 29.8 | 0 | $10.42 | $4.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 47.6 | 0 | $16.67 | $7.62 |
Gas CO2
42 kg
EV CO2
14 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
Stillwater, OK
Night in Stillwater on Tuesday
Local time
11:29 PM
CDT
Current temp
49°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
6 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 16m 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 Stillwater, OK covers 119.1 miles and takes about 2h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 169, Cimarron Turnpike, Sand Springs Expressway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 59.6 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 $18.62 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 119.1 miles you will encounter 11 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 41.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 42.1 miles (I 244; US 412 / Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 49.7 miles (US 412 / Sand Springs Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Nowata, OK and Stillwater, OK, road signs point toward Tulsa International Airport and Perkins Rd..
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