Origin
Stigler, OK
Afternoon in Stigler on Sunday
Local time
4:05 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Stigler, OK to Tulsa, OK
Drive Time
1h 55m
Distance
102.7 mi
165 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 47m
★
6 AM
1h 55m
8 AM
2h 12m
10 AM
2h 1m
12 PM
1h 59m
3 PM
2h 2m
5 PM
2h 11m
8 PM
1h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Stigler, OK
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Trip Overview
The drive from Stigler, OK to Tulsa, OK covers 102.7 miles and takes about 1h 55m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Muskogee Turnpike, Pamela Cleveland Argo Memorial Bridge, Broken Arrow Expressway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 55.7 miles on Muskogee Turnpike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $15.60 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
51.4 miles from Stigler, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 59m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 1h 55m highway drive covering 102.7 miles, with most of the trip on Muskogee Turnpike and Pamela Cleveland Argo Memorial Bridge. The longest continuous stretch is about 55.7 miles on Muskogee Turnpike.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 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.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
772 ft
493 ft
Total Climb
465 ft
Total Descent
271 ft
Highest Point
772 ft
~89.9 mi in
Elevation Range
279 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Muskogee Turnpike and Pamela Cleveland Argo Memorial Bridge. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 22.9 miles in.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 102.7 miles you will encounter 10 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 22.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 31 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 101.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
22.9 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Take the ramp toward I 40 East: Fort Smith
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 40 East: Fort Smith
8
31 mi into trip
|
~38m 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 sharp right lane.
Exit 286
Toward OK 351: Muskogee, Tulsa
7
101.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 50m in
Take the exit toward Detroit Avenue, 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.
Toward Detroit Avenue, Downtown
7
102.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 54m in
|
East 3rd Street South
At end of road, turn left onto East 3rd Street South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
102.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 54m in
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South Boulder Avenue West
Turn right onto South Boulder Avenue West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Muskogee Turnpike | 55.7 mi | 54m |
| Pamela Cleveland Argo Memorial Bridge | 15.8 mi | 19m |
| Broken Arrow Expressway | 10.5 mi | 12m |
| Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway | 7.7 mi | 7m |
| East Main Street | 6.5 mi | 9m |
| Disabled American Veterans Highway | 3.4 mi | 3m |
| South Boston Avenue East | 0.7 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Muskogee Turnpike
— 55.7 mi, about 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stigler, OK and Tulsa, OK.
1
Start on Northeast 3rd Street
63 ft
·
4 sec
·
Northeast 3rd Street
2
Turn right onto OK 9
6.5 mi
·
9 min
·
East Main Street
3
Turn slight right
406 ft
·
14 sec
4
Turn straight onto OK 2
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
5
Continue on OK 2
16 mi
·
19 min
·
Pamela Cleveland Argo Memorial Bridge
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward I 40 East: Fort Smith
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 40
7.7 mi
·
7 min
·
Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
8
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 286
Toward OK 351: Muskogee, Tulsa
Use the sharp right lane.
9
Continue on OK 351
14 mi
·
14 min
·
Muskogee Turnpike
10
Keep slight right at fork onto OK 351
41 mi
·
39 min
·
Muskogee Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on OK 51
3.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Disabled American Veterans Highway
Use the straight lane.
12
Continue on OK 51
380 ft
·
5 sec
·
Representative David Brumbaugh Memorial Bridge
13
Continue on OK 51
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Broken Arrow Expressway
Use the straight lane.
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward Detroit Avenue, Downtown
Use the slight right lane.
15
Turn left onto East 13th Street South
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
East 13th Street South
Use the straight / left lanes.
16
Turn right onto South Boston Avenue East
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
South Boston Avenue East
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
17
At end of road, turn left onto East 3rd Street South
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
East 3rd Street South
Use the left lane.
18
Turn right onto South Boulder Avenue West
390 ft
·
15 sec
·
South Boulder Avenue West
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
19
Arrive at destination
South Boulder Avenue West
Trip Plan
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 51.4 miles from Stigler, OK, or about 59m 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 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 51.4 miles or 59m 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 31m
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 Stigler, 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 Stigler, OK
This is one driving day of about 102.7 miles and 1h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Stigler, 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 51.4 mi from Stigler, OK · 59m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
51 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 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
$15.60 one way
$31.20 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
36 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $17.20 | $34.39 |
| premium | $4.80 | $19.39 | $38.78 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $22.82 | $45.63 |
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
$16
Tolls
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.8 | 0 | $10.78 | $4.93 |
| Efficient EV | 25.7 | 0 | $8.99 | $4.11 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 41.1 | 0 | $14.38 | $6.57 |
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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
Tulsa, OK
Afternoon in Tulsa on Sunday
Local time
4:05 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
57°F
Afton, OK
51 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
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
1h 55m 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 Stigler, OK to Tulsa, OK covers 102.7 miles and takes about 1h 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Muskogee Turnpike, Pamela Cleveland Argo Memorial Bridge, Broken Arrow 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 51.4 miles from Stigler, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.60 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 102.7 miles you will encounter 10 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 22.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 31 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 101.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Stigler, OK to Tulsa, OK does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 493 ft to 772 ft elevation with about 465 ft of total climbing.
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