Origin
Owasso, OK
Afternoon in Owasso on Sunday
Local time
2:47 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Owasso, OK to Claremore, OK
Drive Time
26m
Distance
17 mi
27 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 24m
★
6 AM
0h 26m
8 AM
0h 31m
10 AM
0h 28m
12 PM
0h 27m
3 PM
0h 28m
5 PM
0h 31m
8 PM
0h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Owasso, OK
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Claremore, OK
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick excursion within the Great Plains, the 17-mile trek from Owasso to Claremore is an ideal candidate. You can expect to complete the journey in about 26 minutes, making it a perfect day trip that requires no overnight stay. With a minimal fuel budget of just $3, this is an incredibly economical route for a short-distance commute. You will travel exclusively on local roads, as this path features a 0% highway share. Because the trip is so brief, it serves as a straightforward connection between two Oklahoma towns rather than an endurance challenge. Plan for a simple, efficient drive that keeps you off the major interstates.
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
8.5 miles from Owasso, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 12m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention as you navigate through the regional landscape. You will spend the bulk of your time on East 116th Street North, which provides the longest uninterrupted stretch of 8.3 miles. Because the route relies entirely on local roads like CR E490 and the Sergeant Andrew R. Looney Memorial Highway, you won't encounter the monotonous flow of high-speed interstate travel. The character of the road changes frequently as you transition between these smaller thoroughfares. Be prepared for a hands-on driving experience that prioritizes local navigation over highway cruising speed.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East 116th Street North is the longest continuous segment at about 8.3 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 1.1 miles in near North 115th East Avenue.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 17 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 1.1 miles (North 115th East Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 4.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
1.1 mi into trip
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~2m in
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North 115th East Avenue
Turn left onto North 115th East Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
1.2 mi into trip
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~2m in
Take the ramp toward US 169 North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward US 169 North
6
4.4 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Take the exit toward OK 20 East
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward OK 20 East
8
4.7 mi into trip
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~7m in
Keep slight right at fork toward OK 20 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward OK 20 East
6
15.3 mi into trip
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~22m in
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Westwood Drive
Turn left onto Westwood Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East 116th Street North | 8.3 mi | 11m |
| CR E490 | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Sergeant Andrew R. Looney Memorial Highway | 1.6 mi | 1m |
| Sergeant Schuyler B. Patch Memorial Highway | 0.8 mi | <1m |
| West Dupont Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Specialist Christopher D. Horton Memorial Highway | 0.7 mi | <1m |
| North Main Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| East 86th Street North | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
East 116th Street North
— 8.3 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Owasso, OK and Claremore, OK.
1
Start on North Main Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
2
Turn right onto East 86th Street North
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East 86th Street North
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Turn left onto North 115th East Avenue
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
North 115th East Avenue
Use the left lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Toward US 169 North
Use the left lane.
5
Merge onto US 169
0.8 mi
·
52 sec
·
Sergeant Schuyler B. Patch Memorial Highway
6
Continue on US 169
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Sergeant Andrew R. Looney Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on US 169
0.7 mi
·
42 sec
·
Specialist Christopher D. Horton Memorial Highway
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward OK 20 East
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork
161 ft
·
5 sec
Toward OK 20 East
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Turn right onto OK 20
8.3 mi
·
11 min
·
East 116th Street North
Use the right lane.
11
Turn left onto CR E490
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
CR E490
Use the left lane.
12
Turn left onto Westwood Drive
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Westwood Drive
Use the straight / left lanes.
13
Turn right onto Ridgeview Drive
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Ridgeview Drive
14
Turn right onto West Driftwood Drive
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
West Driftwood Drive
15
Continue on West Dupont Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Dupont Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
16
Continue on South Owalla Avenue
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
South Owalla Avenue
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
17
Turn right onto OK 88
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
West Will Rogers Boulevard
Use the right lane.
18
Arrive at destination
OK 88
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, 26-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You won't need to worry about planning for multiple stops, as the entire 17-mile route is designed to be completed in one go. Keep your fuel costs low by filling up before you leave, as the $3 total estimate makes this a budget-friendly outing regardless of when you hit the road. Because the route is composed of several local roads, double-check your turn-by-turn navigation before starting, especially when switching between East 116th Street North and the Sergeant Andrew R. Looney Memorial Highway. Enjoy the ease of a quick trip that gets you to your destination with minimal time behind the wheel.
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 8.5 miles from Owasso, OK, or about 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 8.3 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 17 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 8.5 miles or 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 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Claremore, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Owasso, 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 Owasso, OK
This is one driving day of about 17 miles and 26m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Owasso, 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 East 116th Street North for about 8.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 8.5 mi from Owasso, OK · 12m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
9 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
Arriving in Claremore, OK
The final approach into Claremore, 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 Claremore, 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
$2.58 one way
$5.16 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $2.85 | $5.69 |
| premium | $4.80 | $3.21 | $6.42 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $3.78 | $7.55 |
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: 5.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.1 | 0 | $1.78 | $0.82 |
| Efficient EV | 4.3 | 0 | $1.49 | $0.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.8 | 0 | $2.38 | $1.09 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Claremore, OK
Afternoon in Claremore on Sunday
Local time
2:47 PM
CDT
Current temp
52°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
1 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
26m 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 Owasso, OK to Claremore, OK covers 17 miles and takes about 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East 116th Street North, CR E490, Sergeant Andrew R. Looney Memorial Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8.5 miles from Owasso, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.58 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 12 significant decision points across 17 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 1.1 miles (North 115th East Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 4.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Owasso, OK to Claremore, OK does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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