Origin
Sapulpa, OK
Afternoon in Sapulpa on Sunday
Local time
4:04 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sapulpa, OK to Oklahoma City, OK
Drive Time
1h 40m
Distance
93.5 mi
150 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 33m
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6 AM
1h 40m
8 AM
1h 55m
10 AM
1h 45m
12 PM
1h 44m
3 PM
1h 46m
5 PM
1h 55m
8 PM
1h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sapulpa, OK
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Oklahoma City, OK
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Sapulpa to Oklahoma City, you can expect a straightforward 93.5-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 40 minutes. Because this trip is relatively short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion without the need for an overnight stay. You will primarily utilize the Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike and the World War II Veterans Memorial Highway to navigate across the Great Plains. Budgeting approximately $14 for fuel will cover your transit costs for this direct route. Overall, this drive is a practical and efficient way to move between these two Oklahoma destinations, offering a no-nonsense connection across the state.
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
46.7 miles from Sapulpa, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 49m into the drive .
Drive Character
This highway-focused drive is defined by its efficiency, with 83% of the total distance spent on major thoroughfares. You will spend the bulk of your time on the Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike, which features a long, uninterrupted stretch of 75.4 miles. Because the route relies heavily on high-speed turnpikes and memorial highways, the experience behind the wheel is consistent and predictable. While you will navigate West Dewey Avenue at the start, the majority of the trip favors fast, open road travel. Expect a steady pace as you traverse the flat, expansive landscape of the Great Plains region.
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.
Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 75.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike and World War II Veterans Memorial Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.8 miles in.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 93.5 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 4.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 80.4 miles (I 44): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 85 miles (I 35 / World War II Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
4.8 mi into trip
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~7m in
Turn left toward I 44 West: Oklahoma City
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 44 West: Oklahoma City
7
80.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
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I 44
Take the exit onto I 44 toward I 35 South, I 44 West, OK 66 West: Dallas, Lawton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward I 35 South, I 44 West, OK 66 West: Dalla...
7
85 mi into trip
|
~1h 28m in
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I 35 / World War II Veterans Memorial Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 35 / World War II Veterans Memorial Highway toward I 35 South: Dallas
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 35 South: Dallas
9
91.6 mi into trip
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~1h 36m in
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I 40; US 270 / Crosstown Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40; US 270 / Crosstown Expressway toward I 235 North, US 77 North, I 40 West, US 270 West: Oklahoma Health Center, State Capitol, Edmond, Amarillo
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Exit 126
Toward I 235 North, US 77 North, I 40 West, US...
7
92 mi into trip
|
~1h 36m in
Take the exit toward Oklahoma City Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 151A
Toward Oklahoma City Boulevard
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Sapulpa, OK to Oklahoma City, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Lawton along the way.
Lawton
80.4 mi in
|
~1h 22m
|
via I 44
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike | 75.4 mi | 1h 15m |
| World War II Veterans Memorial Highway | 4.5 mi | 5m |
| West Dewey Avenue | 4.5 mi | 6m |
| Honorable Hannah Diggs Atkins, Secretary of State, Memorial Highway | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| Representative Opio Toure Memorial Highway | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Crosstown Expressway | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Oklahoma City Boulevard | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| I 44 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike
— 75.4 mi, about 1h 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sapulpa, OK and Oklahoma City, OK.
1
Start on OK 97
43 ft
·
3 sec
·
North Main Street
2
Turn right onto US Historic 66
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
West Dewey Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Turn right onto OK 33
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
OK 33
Use the right lane.
4
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward I 44 West: Oklahoma City
Use the left lane.
5
Merge onto I 44
75 mi
·
1 hr 15 min
·
Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
6
Take the exit onto I 44
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
·
I 44
Toward I 35 South, I 44 West, OK 66 West: Dallas, Lawton
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
7
Merge onto I 35; I 44; OK 66
4.2 mi
·
4 min
·
World War II Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 35
0.4 mi
·
26 sec
·
World War II Veterans Memorial Highway
Toward I 35 South: Dallas
Use the slight left lane.
9
Continue on I 35
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Honorable Hannah Diggs Atkins, Secretary of State, Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on I 35
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Representative Opio Toure Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on I 35; I 40; US 62; US 270
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Crosstown Expressway
12
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40; US 270
0.4 mi
·
26 sec
·
Crosstown Expressway
Exit 126
Toward I 235 North, US 77 North, I 40 West, US 270 West: Oklahoma Health Center, State Capitol, Edmond, Amarillo
Use the straight lane.
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 151A
Toward Oklahoma City Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Turn straight onto Oklahoma City Boulevard
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Oklahoma City Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Turn right onto South Edward King Gaylord Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
South Edward King Gaylord Boulevard
Use the right lane.
16
Turn left onto West Sheridan Avenue
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
West Sheridan Avenue
Use the left lane.
17
Turn right onto North Robinson Avenue
416 ft
·
14 sec
·
North Robinson Avenue
Use the straight lane.
18
Arrive at destination
North Robinson Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 1-hour and 40-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. There are no mandatory stops required to complete the 93.5-mile distance, allowing you to reach Oklahoma City in one efficient push. Keep in mind that because the vast majority of your time is spent on the turnpike, you should ensure your toll payment method is ready before you head out. Checking your fuel levels before merging onto the Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike is a smart move to avoid unnecessary pull-offs. By staying focused on the highway signs, you can easily manage the transition between the turnpike and the city's local road network.
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 46.7 miles from Sapulpa, OK, or about 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 75.4 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 46.7 miles or 49m 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 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Oklahoma City, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Sapulpa, 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 Sapulpa, OK
This is one driving day of about 93.5 miles and 1h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Sapulpa, 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 Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike for about 75.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 46.7 mi from Sapulpa, OK · 49m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
47 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 46.7 miles from Sapulpa, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 75.4 miles.
Arriving in Oklahoma City, OK
The final approach into Oklahoma City, 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 Oklahoma City, 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
$14.20 one way
$28.40 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
33 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $15.66 | $31.31 |
| premium | $4.80 | $17.65 | $35.30 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $20.77 | $41.54 |
Estimated Tolls: $3.77
Turner Turnpike
(75.4 mi)
$3.77
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
$14
Tolls
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 28.1 | 0 | $9.82 | $4.49 |
| Efficient EV | 23.4 | 0 | $8.18 | $3.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 37.4 | 0 | $13.09 | $5.98 |
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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
Oklahoma City, OK
Afternoon in Oklahoma City on Sunday
Local time
4:04 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
5 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 40m 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 Sapulpa, OK to Oklahoma City, OK covers 93.5 miles and takes about 1h 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike, World War II Veterans Memorial Highway, West Dewey Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 46.7 miles from Sapulpa, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.20 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 93.5 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 4.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 80.4 miles (I 44): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 85 miles (I 35 / World War II Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Sapulpa, OK to Oklahoma City, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Lawton along the way.
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