Origin
Sallisaw, OK
Afternoon in Sallisaw on Sunday
Local time
2:44 PM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sallisaw, OK to Broken Arrow, OK
Drive Time
1h 27m
Distance
82.1 mi
132 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
Sallisaw, OK
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Broken Arrow, OK
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Sallisaw to Broken Arrow, you are looking at a straightforward 82.1-mile drive that typically takes about 1 hour and 27 minutes. This route stays entirely within the Great Plains region of Oklahoma, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day journey. Because the transit time is relatively short, you can easily complete the trip without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend roughly $12 on fuel for the trek, depending on your vehicle's efficiency. This highway-focused path is ideal if you want a direct and efficient connection between these two Oklahoma points.
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
41.1 miles from Sallisaw, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 44m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a fast-paced experience, as approximately 68% of this journey is spent on major highways. You will primarily navigate the Muskogee Turnpike, the Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway, and the Disabled American Veterans Highway. The most significant portion of your time behind the wheel involves a long, 55.7-mile stretch on the Muskogee Turnpike, which allows for consistent cruising speeds. While the drive is functional rather than scenic, the highway-heavy design ensures you cover the distance quickly. You will find that the road maintains a predictable, steady character from start to finish.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Muskogee Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 55.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Muskogee Turnpike and Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in near East Iola Avenue.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 82.1 miles you will encounter 12 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 0.8 miles (East Iola Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 miles (I 40 Business; US 59 / Kerr Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.9 miles (I 40 Business): 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
0.8 mi into trip
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~1m in
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East Iola Avenue
Turn right onto East Iola Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
1.8 mi into trip
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~4m in
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I 40 Business; US 59 / Kerr Boulevard
Turn left onto I 40 Business; US 59 / Kerr Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
1.9 mi into trip
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~4m in
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I 40 Business
Take the ramp onto I 40 Business toward I 40 West: Oklahoma City
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 40 West: Oklahoma City
8
23.2 mi into trip
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~26m in
Take the exit toward OK 351: Muskogee, Tulsa
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 286
Toward OK 351: Muskogee, Tulsa
6
38 mi into trip
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~41m in
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OK 351 / Muskogee Turnpike
Keep slight right at fork onto OK 351 / Muskogee Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Sallisaw, OK to Broken Arrow, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Tulsa along the way.
Tulsa
23.2 mi in
|
~26m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Muskogee Turnpike | 55.7 mi | 54m |
| Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway | 21.1 mi | 21m |
| Disabled American Veterans Highway | 1 mi | 1m |
| East Kenosha Street North | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| North Wheeler Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| North Main Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| West Ruth Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| East Iola Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Muskogee Turnpike
— 55.7 mi, about 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sallisaw, OK and Broken Arrow, OK.
1
Start on this road
37 ft
·
1 sec
·
this road
2
Turn slight right onto North Wheeler Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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North Wheeler Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
3
Turn right onto South Opdyke Street
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
South Opdyke Street
4
Turn right onto East Iola Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Iola Avenue
Use the straight / left lanes.
5
Continue on West Ruth Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Ruth Avenue
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
6
Turn left onto I 40 Business; US 59
301 ft
·
10 sec
·
Kerr Boulevard
Use the left lane.
7
Take the ramp onto I 40 Business
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
I 40 Business
Toward I 40 West: Oklahoma City
Use the right lane.
8
Merge onto I 40
21 mi
·
21 min
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Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
400 ft
·
5 sec
Exit 286
Toward OK 351: Muskogee, Tulsa
Use the slight right lane.
10
Continue on this road
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
·
this road
11
Continue on OK 351
14 mi
·
14 min
·
Muskogee Turnpike
12
Keep slight right at fork onto OK 351
41 mi
·
39 min
·
Muskogee Turnpike
Use the none lane.
13
Continue on OK 51
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Disabled American Veterans Highway
Use the straight lane.
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward Lynn Lane
Use the slight right lane.
15
Turn left onto North 9th Street East
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
North 9th Street East
Use the left / right lanes.
16
Turn right onto East Kenosha Street North
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Kenosha Street North
Use the left lane.
17
Turn left onto North Main Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
Use the left lane.
18
Arrive at destination
North Main Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though traveling mid-morning or early afternoon helps avoid typical traffic patterns. You will not need to plan for any formal stops along the way, as the route is short enough to drive in one go. Keep your fuel gauge in mind before leaving Sallisaw to ensure you have enough to cover the $12 estimated cost without needing to hunt for a pump mid-turnpike. Because there are no mandatory breaks required for a trip of 82.1 miles, you can comfortably reach Broken Arrow in under an hour and a half without rushing.
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 41.1 miles from Sallisaw, OK, or about 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55.7 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 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.1 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 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Broken Arrow, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Sallisaw, 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 Sallisaw, OK
This is one driving day of about 82.1 miles and 1h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Sallisaw, 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 Muskogee Turnpike for about 55.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 41.1 mi from Sallisaw, OK · 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
41 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 Broken Arrow, OK
The final approach into Broken Arrow, 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 Broken Arrow, 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
$12.47 one way
$24.94 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $13.75 | $27.49 |
| premium | $4.80 | $15.50 | $31.00 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $18.24 | $36.48 |
Estimated Tolls: $3.90
Muskogee Turnpike
(55.7 mi)
$3.90
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
$12
Tolls
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24.6 | 0 | $8.62 | $3.94 |
| Efficient EV | 20.5 | 0 | $7.18 | $3.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 32.8 | 0 | $11.49 | $5.25 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 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
Broken Arrow, OK
Afternoon in Broken Arrow on Sunday
Local time
2:44 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
63°F
Paris, TX
41 mi in
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
1h 27m 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 Sallisaw, OK to Broken Arrow, OK covers 82.1 miles and takes about 1h 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Muskogee Turnpike, Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway, Disabled American Veterans Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 41.1 miles from Sallisaw, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.47 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 82.1 miles you will encounter 12 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 0.8 miles (East Iola Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 miles (I 40 Business; US 59 / Kerr Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.9 miles (I 40 Business): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Sallisaw, OK to Broken Arrow, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Tulsa along the way.
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