Origin
Oklahoma City, OK
Afternoon in Oklahoma City on Sunday
Local time
1:33 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Oklahoma City, OK to Bartlesville, OK
Drive Time
2h 50m
Distance
151 mi
243 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
Photo: Megan Bailey
Trip Overview
If you are planning to head north from Oklahoma City to Bartlesville, expect a straightforward 151-mile journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 50 minutes. This trip is perfectly suited as a one-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. You will spend roughly $23 on fuel, making it a budget-friendly option for a quick getaway across the Great Plains. Because the route is compact and efficient, it offers plenty of flexibility for your schedule. Whether you are traveling for business or a change of scenery, the predictable nature of this drive makes it an easy addition to your travel calendar.
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
75.5 miles from Oklahoma City, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 20m into the drive .
Drive Character
This route is heavily highway-focused, with 87% of your time spent on major roads like I-44 and US-75. You can settle in for a steady pace, as the longest uninterrupted stretch covers 87.7 miles along I-44. Expect a transition from the busy corridors near Oklahoma City to the more consistent flow of the Cherokee Expressway as you move toward Bartlesville. It is a functional drive designed for efficiency rather than technical maneuvering, so you will spend most of your time at cruising speeds. Overall, the experience behind the wheel is predictable and well-suited for those who prefer high-speed transit over winding backroads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 32 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 44 is the longest continuous segment at about 87.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 44 and US 75. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in near North Oklahoma Avenue.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 26 significant decision points across 151 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 0.8 miles (North Oklahoma Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.1 miles (Northeast 10th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.2 miles (North Walnut Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 26 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0.8 mi into trip
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~2m in
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North Oklahoma Avenue
Turn left onto North Oklahoma Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / right lanes.
7
1.1 mi into trip
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~3m in
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Northeast 10th Street
Turn right onto Northeast 10th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / right lanes.
7
1.2 mi into trip
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~3m in
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North Walnut Avenue
Turn left onto North Walnut Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
9
100.1 mi into trip
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~1h 44m in
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I 244 / Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 244 / Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway toward I 244 East, OK 344 North: Tulsa, Sand Springs
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 223A
Toward I 244 East, OK 344 North: Tulsa, Sand Sp...
8
106.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 53m in
Take the exit toward US 75: Bartlesville, Okmulgee
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 6B
Toward US 75: Bartlesville, Okmulgee
Towns Along This Route
Between Oklahoma City, OK and Bartlesville, OK, road signs point toward Sand Springs and Okmulgee.
Sand Springs
100.1 mi in
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~1h 44m
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via I 244
Okmulgee
106.7 mi in
|
~1h 53m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 44 | 87.7 mi | 1h 27m |
| US 75 | 16 mi | 17m |
| Cherokee Expressway | 14.5 mi | 17m |
| Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway | 6.6 mi | 8m |
| Chapelle Family Memorial Highway | 5.6 mi | 7m |
| World War II Veterans Memorial Highway | 4.2 mi | 4m |
| Will Rogers Expressway | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| Centennial Expressway | 3.1 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 44
— 87.7 mi, about 1h 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oklahoma City, OK and Bartlesville, OK.
1
Start on North Robinson Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Robinson Avenue
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
2
Turn right onto Northwest 6th Street
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Northwest 6th Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
3
Continue on Northeast 6th Street
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Northeast 6th Street
4
Turn left onto North Oklahoma Avenue
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
North Oklahoma Avenue
Use the left / right lanes.
5
Turn right onto Northeast 10th Street
478 ft
·
17 sec
·
Northeast 10th Street
Use the left / right lanes.
6
Turn left onto North Walnut Avenue
494 ft
·
9 sec
·
North Walnut Avenue
Use the left lane.
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward I 235 North, US 77 North: Edmond
8
Merge onto I 235; US 77
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Centennial Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 4B
Toward I 44 East: Tulsa
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto I 44; OK 66
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Will Rogers Expressway
Toward I 44 East, OK 66 East: Tulsa
Use the straight lane.
11
Merge onto I 35; I 44; OK 66
4.2 mi
·
4 min
·
World War II Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
12
Take the exit onto I 44
88 mi
·
1 hr 27 min
·
I 44
Exit 138A
Toward I 44 East: Tulsa
Use the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 244
6.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway
Exit 223A
Toward I 244 East, OK 344 North: Tulsa, Sand Springs
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
Exit 6B
Toward US 75: Bartlesville, Okmulgee
Use the slight left lane.
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
33 sec
Toward US 75 North: Bartlesville
Use the left lane.
16
Merge onto US 75
5.6 mi
·
7 min
·
Chapelle Family Memorial Highway
Toward US 75 North: Bartlesville
Use the straight lane.
17
Continue on US 75
15 mi
·
17 min
·
Cherokee Expressway
Toward US 75 North: Bartlesville
Use the straight lane.
18
Continue on US 75
0.8 mi
·
57 sec
·
US 75
Toward US 75 North: Bartlesville
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Continue on US 75
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
US 75
Toward US 75 North: Bartlesville
Use the straight / right lanes.
20
Continue on US 75
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
US 75
Toward US 75 North: Bartlesville
Use the straight / right lanes.
21
Continue on US 75
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
US 75
Toward US 75 North: Bartlesville
Use the straight / right lanes.
22
Continue on US 75
11 mi
·
12 min
·
US 75
Toward US 75 North: Bartlesville
Use the straight / right lanes.
23
Continue on US 75
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Southeast Washington Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
24
Turn left onto Price Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Price Road
Use the left lane.
25
Enter roundabout onto Silver Lake Road
31 ft
·
0 sec
·
Silver Lake Road
26
Continue on Silver Lake Road
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Silver Lake Road
27
Turn left onto US 60
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Southeast Adams Boulevard
28
Continue on US 60
403 ft
·
15 sec
·
West Adams Boulevard
29
Turn right onto South Keeler Avenue
173 ft
·
11 sec
·
South Keeler Avenue
30
Turn left
66 ft
·
10 sec
31
Turn left
383 ft
·
28 sec
32
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
To keep your drive smooth, aim to depart early to avoid potential congestion on the interstate segments near the city. Since the total travel time is under three hours, you can easily manage the trip with just one well-timed stop to stretch your legs. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before leaving Oklahoma City, though $23 should comfortably cover your gas needs for the 151-mile trek. Because you are traveling entirely within the Great Plains, be prepared for open stretches of road where weather conditions like wind can occasionally impact your pace. Use your one planned stop to break up the long stretch on I-44, ensuring you arrive in Bartlesville feeling refreshed and ready to go.
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 75.5 miles from Oklahoma City, OK, or about 1h 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 87.7 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 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 75.5 miles or 1h 20m 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 Bartlesville, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Oklahoma City, OK so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Oklahoma City, OK
This is one driving day of about 151 miles and 2h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Oklahoma City, 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 I 44 for about 87.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 75.5 mi from Oklahoma City, OK · 1h 20m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
76 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 75.5 miles from Oklahoma City, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 44 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 87.7 miles.
Arriving in Bartlesville, OK
The final approach into Bartlesville, 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 Bartlesville, 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
$22.94 one way
$45.87 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
53 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $25.28 | $50.57 |
| premium | $4.80 | $28.51 | $57.01 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $33.55 | $67.09 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 52.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 45.3 | 0 | $15.85 | $7.25 |
| Efficient EV | 37.8 | 0 | $13.21 | $6.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 60.4 | 0 | $21.14 | $9.66 |
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.
Destination
Bartlesville, OK
Afternoon in Bartlesville on Sunday
Local time
1:33 PM
CDT
Current temp
50°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 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 50m 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 Oklahoma City, OK to Bartlesville, OK covers 151 miles and takes about 2h 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 44, US 75, Cherokee 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 75.5 miles from Oklahoma City, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.94 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 26 significant decision points across 151 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 0.8 miles (North Oklahoma Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.1 miles (Northeast 10th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.2 miles (North Walnut Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Between Oklahoma City, OK and Bartlesville, OK, road signs point toward Sand Springs and Okmulgee.
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