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Trip from Nuyaka, OK to Morris, OK

Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026

Drive Time

35m

Distance

21.2 mi

34 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$3

one way

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 9 min
4 AM
0h 33m ★
6 AM
0h 36m
8 AM
0h 42m
10 AM
0h 38m
12 PM
0h 37m
3 PM
0h 38m
5 PM
0h 42m
8 PM
0h 34m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown Morris, OK, OK

Morris, OK

Lukas Kosc

Trip Overview

The drive from Nuyaka, OK to Morris, OK covers 21.2 miles and takes about 35m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on OK 56, US 62, Nuyaka Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 11.1 miles on OK 56. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.31 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.

Break Rhythm

0 planned breaks

This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.

Midpoint

10.6 miles from Nuyaka, OK

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 18m into the drive .

Drive Character

This is a 35m highway drive covering 21.2 miles, with most of the trip on OK 56 and US 62. The longest continuous stretch is about 11.1 miles on OK 56.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
OK 56 is the longest continuous segment at about 11.1 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on OK 56 and US 62. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2 miles in near OK 56.

Route Complexity 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 21.2 miles you will encounter 8 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 2 miles (OK 56): Navigation decision point; at 13 miles (North Kern Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 14.6 miles (US 75 / South Wood Drive): Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 8 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

4
2 mi into trip | ~3m in | OK 56

Turn left onto OK 56

Navigation decision point

5
13 mi into trip | ~22m in | North Kern Avenue

At end of road, turn right onto North Kern Avenue

Navigation decision point

6
14.6 mi into trip | ~25m in | US 75 / South Wood Drive

Turn right onto US 75 / South Wood Drive toward US 75 South: Henryetta

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes. Toward US 75 South: Henryetta
6
15.4 mi into trip | ~27m in | US 62

Turn left onto US 62 toward Morris, Muskogee

Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the left lane. Toward Morris, Muskogee
6
21.2 mi into trip | ~35m in | OK 52 / South Hughes Avenue

Turn right onto OK 52 / South Hughes Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

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 Nuyaka, OK to Morris, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Muskogee along the way.

Muskogee

15.4 mi in | ~27m | via US 62

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
OK 56 11.1 mi 19m
US 62 5.8 mi 7m
Nuyaka Road 2 mi 3m
West 6th Street 0.9 mi 1m
South Wood Drive 0.9 mi 1m
East 8th Street 0.4 mi <1m
South Muskogee Avenue 0.1 mi <1m
North Kern Avenue <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: OK 56 — 11.1 mi, about 19m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Nuyaka, OK and Morris, OK.

1

Start on CR N3860

2.0 mi · 3 min · Nuyaka Road
2

Turn left onto OK 56

11 mi · 19 min · OK 56
3

At end of road, turn right onto North Kern Avenue

444 ft · 14 sec · North Kern Avenue
4

Turn left onto West 6th Street

0.9 mi · 1 min · West 6th Street
5

Turn right onto South Muskogee Avenue

0.1 mi · 28 sec · South Muskogee Avenue
6

Turn left onto East 8th Street

0.4 mi · 46 sec · East 8th Street
7

Turn right onto US 75

0.9 mi · 1 min · South Wood Drive
Toward US 75 South: Henryetta Use the straight / right lanes.
8

Turn left onto US 62

2.8 mi · 4 min · US 62
Toward Morris, Muskogee Use the left lane.
9

Continue on US 62

0.7 mi · 45 sec · US 62
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
10

Continue on US 62

2.2 mi · 3 min · US 62
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
11

Turn right onto OK 52

19 ft · 0 sec · South Hughes Avenue
Use the right lane.
12

Arrive at destination

OK 52

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 10.6 miles from Nuyaka, OK, or about 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 11.1 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 21 miles or 35m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 10.6 miles or 18m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 31m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Morris, OK than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Have your navigation ready before leaving Nuyaka, OK.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Nuyaka, OK

This is one driving day of about 21.2 miles and 35m.

At 21.2 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on OK 56 for about 11.1 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 10.6 mi from Nuyaka, OK · 18m into the drive

Pacing Suggestions

Okmulgee, OK

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Okmulgee, OK

Meal break

The midpoint is around 10.6 miles from Nuyaka, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Morris, OK

Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Morris, OK if you are unfamiliar with the area.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$3.31 one way

$6.63 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 7 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $3.64 $7.28
premium $4.89 $4.08 $8.16
diesel $5.61 $4.68 $9.36

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$3

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$28–$53

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 7.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 6.4 0 $2.23 $1.02
Efficient EV 5.3 0 $1.85 $0.85
EV Truck/SUV 8.5 0 $2.97 $1.36

Gas CO2

7 kg

EV CO2

2 kg (71% 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 11, 2026

Origin

Nuyaka, OK

Afternoon in Nuyaka on Wednesday

Local time

3:12 PM

CDT

Current temp

81°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Morris, OK

Afternoon in Morris on Wednesday

Local time

3:12 PM

CDT

Current temp

81°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

35m 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 Nuyaka, OK to Morris, OK covers 21.2 miles and takes about 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are OK 56, US 62, Nuyaka Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 10.6 miles from Nuyaka, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.31 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 21.2 miles you will encounter 8 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 2 miles (OK 56): Navigation decision point; at 13 miles (North Kern Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 14.6 miles (US 75 / South Wood Drive): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Nuyaka, OK to Morris, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Muskogee along the way.

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