Origin
Stilwell, OK
Afternoon in Stilwell on Sunday
Local time
2:59 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Stilwell, OK to Tulsa, OK
Drive Time
1h 58m
Distance
97.7 mi
157 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 50m
★
6 AM
1h 58m
8 AM
2h 15m
10 AM
2h 4m
12 PM
2h 3m
3 PM
2h 5m
5 PM
2h 15m
8 PM
1h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Stilwell, OK
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Stilwell to Tulsa, you are looking at a 97.7-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 58 minutes. This route stays entirely within the Great Plains region of Oklahoma, making it a straightforward day trip that does not require an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $15 for fuel to cover the distance. Because the drive is under two hours, you have plenty of flexibility to complete the trip at your own pace without needing to schedule formal stops. It is a practical, efficient connection between these two Oklahoma points, perfect for travelers prioritizing a quick and direct arrival.
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
48.8 miles from Stilwell, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 5m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive that balances different road types as you navigate toward Tulsa. Approximately 64% of your journey will be spent on highways, including stints on the Muskogee Turnpike, US 62, and the 42nd Rainbow Infantry Division Memorial Highway. You will encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 33.5 miles while on the Muskogee Turnpike, which allows for consistent speeds. The road transitions from smaller segments to these larger thoroughfares, creating a driving environment that shifts from local transit to faster, more open highway travel. Staying alert is key, as the mix of turnpikes and state highways dictates the overall flow of your time behind the wheel.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 25 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 33.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Muskogee Turnpike and US 62. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 59 / North Front Street.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 97.7 miles you will encounter 11 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 0.1 miles (US 59 / North Front Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 48.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 96.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 59 / North Front Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 59 / North Front Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
48.4 mi into trip
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~1h 4m in
Take the exit toward OK 165 North: Port of Muskogee, Tulsa, USS Batfish
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward OK 165 North: Port of Muskogee, Tulsa, U...
7
96.3 mi into trip
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~1h 54m 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
97.4 mi into trip
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~1h 57m in
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East 3rd Street South
At end of road, turn left onto East 3rd Street South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
97.6 mi into trip
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~1h 58m 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.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Stilwell, OK to Tulsa, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Uss Batfish along the way.
Uss Batfish
48.4 mi in
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~1h 4m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Muskogee Turnpike | 33.5 mi | 31m |
| US 62 | 14.6 mi | 17m |
| 42nd Rainbow Infantry Division Memorial Highway | 13.6 mi | 15m |
| Broken Arrow Expressway | 10.5 mi | 12m |
| 42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway | 10 mi | 15m |
| OK 10 | 4 mi | 4m |
| South Muskogee Avenue | 3.9 mi | 6m |
| Disabled American Veterans Highway | 3.4 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Muskogee Turnpike
— 33.5 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stilwell, OK and Tulsa, OK.
1
Start on West Division Street
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
West Division Street
2
At end of road, turn left onto US 59
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
North Front Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Turn left onto OK 51
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway
Use the left lane.
4
Continue on OK 51
14 mi
·
15 min
·
42nd Rainbow Infantry Division Memorial Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Continue on OK 51
7.4 mi
·
11 min
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42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Continue on US 62; OK 51; OK 10
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
East Downing Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Turn left onto US 62; OK 10; OK 51; OK 82
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
8
Turn left onto OK 10; OK 82
3.9 mi
·
6 min
·
South Muskogee Avenue
Use the left lane.
9
Continue on OK 10; US 62
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
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OK 10; US 62
10
Continue on US 62; OK 10
4.0 mi
·
4 min
·
US 62; OK 10
11
Continue on OK 10; US 62
0.7 mi
·
50 sec
·
OK 10; US 62
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Continue on OK 10; US 62
3.2 mi
·
3 min
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OK 10; US 62
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Continue on US 62; OK 10
3.0 mi
·
3 min
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US 62; OK 10
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Continue on US 62; OK 10
7.6 mi
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9 min
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US 62; OK 10
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Toward OK 165 North: Port of Muskogee, Tulsa, USS Batfish
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Merge onto OK 165; OK 351
33 mi
·
31 min
·
Muskogee Turnpike
Use the none lane.
17
Continue on OK 51
3.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Disabled American Veterans Highway
Use the straight lane.
18
Continue on OK 51
380 ft
·
5 sec
·
Representative David Brumbaugh Memorial Bridge
19
Continue on OK 51
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Broken Arrow Expressway
Use the straight lane.
20
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward Detroit Avenue, Downtown
Use the slight right lane.
21
Turn left onto East 13th Street South
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
East 13th Street South
Use the straight / left lanes.
22
Turn right onto South Boston Avenue East
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
South Boston Avenue East
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
23
At end of road, turn left onto East 3rd Street South
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
East 3rd Street South
Use the left lane.
24
Turn right onto South Boulder Avenue West
390 ft
·
15 sec
·
South Boulder Avenue West
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
25
Arrive at destination
South Boulder Avenue West
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the advantage of being able to depart whenever it best fits your schedule without worrying about complex planning. While no formal stops are required for a 1-hour and 58-minute drive, keep your fuel budget of $15 in mind before you head out from Stilwell to ensure you have enough coverage for the full 97.7 miles. If you prefer quieter roads, monitor traffic flow on the Muskogee Turnpike to decide if you want to stick to the highway or utilize the segments of US 62 for a change of pace. Taking advantage of the route's simplicity allows you to focus on a stress-free arrival in Tulsa rather than managing a heavy travel itinerary.
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 48.8 miles from Stilwell, OK, or about 1h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 33.5 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 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 48.8 miles or 1h 5m 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 35m
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 Stilwell, 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 Stilwell, OK
This is one driving day of about 97.7 miles and 1h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Stilwell, 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 33.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 48.8 mi from Stilwell, OK · 1h 5m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
49 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
$14.84 one way
$29.68 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
34 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $16.36 | $32.72 |
| premium | $4.80 | $18.44 | $36.89 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $21.71 | $43.41 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.34
Muskogee Turnpike
(33.5 mi)
$2.34
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
$15
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.3 | 0 | $10.26 | $4.69 |
| Efficient EV | 24.4 | 0 | $8.55 | $3.91 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 39.1 | 0 | $13.68 | $6.25 |
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (68% 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
2:59 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
57°F
Afton, OK
49 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 58m 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 Stilwell, OK to Tulsa, OK covers 97.7 miles and takes about 1h 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Muskogee Turnpike, US 62, 42nd Rainbow Infantry Division Memorial 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 48.8 miles from Stilwell, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.84 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 97.7 miles you will encounter 11 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 0.1 miles (US 59 / North Front Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 48.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 96.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Stilwell, OK to Tulsa, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Uss Batfish along the way.
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