Origin
Perkins, OK
Afternoon in Perkins on Sunday
Local time
4:05 PM
CDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Perkins, OK to Tulsa, OK
Drive Time
1h 23m
Distance
66.1 mi
106 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 17m
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6 AM
1h 23m
8 AM
1h 36m
10 AM
1h 28m
12 PM
1h 27m
3 PM
1h 29m
5 PM
1h 36m
8 PM
1h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Perkins, OK
Sewupari Studio
Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Perkins to Tulsa, you are in for a straightforward journey through the heart of the Oklahoma Great Plains. Covering 66.1 miles, the drive typically takes about 1 hour and 23 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a simple day trip. You will navigate primarily via OK 33, East Main Street, and the Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike. With a fuel budget of approximately $10, it is a very cost-effective route for a quick getaway. Since the entire trip is relatively short, there is no need to plan for an overnight stay; you can easily complete the drive in a single day. This route is ideal for those who prefer a direct, no-fuss connection between these two Oklahoma locations.
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
33.1 miles from Perkins, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 44m into the drive .
Drive Character
This drive is heavily highway-focused, with 81% of your travel time spent on major thoroughfares. You should be prepared for a consistent pace, as the longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on OK 33, where you will cover 38.6 miles without a turn. The transition from local roads like East Main Street onto the Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike marks a shift from smaller-scale driving to a more efficient, high-speed experience. While the route lacks technical, winding sections, the steady highway travel allows you to maintain a steady speed throughout the 66.1-mile journey. It is a practical, functional road experience that emphasizes speed and directness over scenic detours.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
OK 33 is the longest continuous segment at about 38.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on OK 33 and Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 48.5 miles in.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 66.1 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 48.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 60.3 miles (I 244 / Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 65 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
48.5 mi into trip
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~1h 2m in
Turn left toward I 44 East: Tulsa
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 44 East: Tulsa
9
60.3 mi into trip
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~1h 14m 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
65 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
Take the exit toward 7th Street, Downtown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 4C
Toward 7th Street, Downtown
7
65.7 mi into trip
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~1h 21m in
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South Frisco Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto South Frisco Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
65.7 mi into trip
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~1h 22m in
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West 3rd Street South
Turn left onto West 3rd Street South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Perkins, OK to Tulsa, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Sand Springs along the way.
Sand Springs
60.3 mi in
|
~1h 14m
|
via I 244
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| OK 33 | 38.6 mi | 46m |
| Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike | 10.4 mi | 9m |
| East Main Street | 5.2 mi | 7m |
| Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway | 4.7 mi | 5m |
| West Broadway Street | 2.7 mi | 5m |
| Skelly Bypass | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| South Main Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| West North Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
OK 33
— 38.6 mi, about 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Perkins, OK and Tulsa, OK.
1
Start on US 177
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
2
Turn slight right
292 ft
·
5 sec
3
Turn slight right onto OK 33; CR EW71
15 mi
·
18 min
·
OK 33; CR EW71
Use the straight lane.
4
Turn left onto North Noble Avenue
204 ft
·
5 sec
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North Noble Avenue
Use the straight / left lanes.
5
Turn right onto West North Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West North Street
6
Continue on East Main Street
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
East Main Street
7
Continue on East North Street
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
·
East North Street
8
At end of road, turn left onto OK 33; CR EW71
4.8 mi
·
6 min
·
East Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Continue on OK 33; CR EW71
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
OK 33; CR EW71
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on OK 33; OK 99
2.7 mi
·
5 min
·
West Broadway Street
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on OK 33
0.4 mi
·
27 sec
·
OK 33
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on OK 33
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
OK 33
Use the straight / left lanes.
13
Continue on OK 33
6.0 mi
·
6 min
·
OK 33
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on OK 33
14 mi
·
16 min
·
OK 33
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
15
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward I 44 East: Tulsa
Use the left lane.
16
Merge onto I 44
10 mi
·
9 min
·
Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
17
Continue on I 44; OK 66
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Skelly Bypass
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight left at fork onto I 244
4.7 mi
·
5 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.
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 4C
Toward 7th Street, Downtown
Use the slight right lane.
20
Turn left onto South Lawton Avenue West
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
South Lawton Avenue West
Use the left lane.
21
Turn straight onto West Heavy Traffic Way South
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
West Heavy Traffic Way South
Use the straight / sharp right lanes.
22
Continue on West 2nd Street South
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
West 2nd Street South
23
At end of road, turn right onto South Frisco Avenue
386 ft
·
20 sec
·
South Frisco Avenue
Use the right lane.
24
Turn left onto West 3rd Street South
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
West 3rd Street South
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
25
Turn left onto South Boulder Avenue West
390 ft
·
15 sec
·
South Boulder Avenue West
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
26
Arrive at destination
South Boulder Avenue West
Trip Plan
Because this is a short trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, allowing you to easily work around morning or evening traffic. Keep in mind that since there are no designated stops scheduled into this 1 hour and 23-minute drive, you should ensure your vehicle is fueled up before leaving Perkins. Having your $10 fuel budget ready for the turnpike tolls will help streamline your arrival in Tulsa. Use the 38.6-mile stretch on OK 33 to settle into a comfortable cruising speed, as this is where you will spend the bulk of your time. Since the drive is quite brief, you might consider keeping snacks and drinks in the car so you do not feel the need to break up the journey unnecessarily.
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 33.1 miles from Perkins, OK, or about 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 38.6 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 66.1 miles or 1h 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 33.1 miles or 44m 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 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Tulsa, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Perkins, 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 Perkins, OK
This is one driving day of about 66.1 miles and 1h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Perkins, 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 OK 33 for about 38.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33.1 mi from Perkins, OK · 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 66.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.1 miles from Perkins, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Tulsa, OK
The final approach into Tulsa, 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 Tulsa, 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
$10.04 one way
$20.08 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $11.07 | $22.14 |
| premium | $4.80 | $12.48 | $24.96 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $14.69 | $29.37 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.52
Turner Turnpike
(10.4 mi)
$0.52
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
$10
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.8 | 0 | $6.94 | $3.17 |
| Efficient EV | 16.5 | 0 | $5.78 | $2.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.4 | 0 | $9.25 | $4.23 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
Tulsa, OK
Afternoon in Tulsa on Sunday
Local time
4:05 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°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 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 23m 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 Perkins, OK to Tulsa, OK covers 66.1 miles and takes about 1h 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are OK 33, Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike, East Main Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 33.1 miles from Perkins, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.04 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 13 significant decision points across 66.1 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 48.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 60.3 miles (I 244 / Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 65 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Perkins, OK to Tulsa, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Sand Springs along the way.
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