Origin
Talihina, OK
Afternoon in Talihina on Sunday
Local time
2:47 PM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Talihina, OK to Broken Arrow, OK
Drive Time
2h 41m
Distance
132.4 mi
213 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 31m
★
6 AM
2h 41m
8 AM
3h 2m
10 AM
2h 49m
12 PM
2h 47m
3 PM
2h 50m
5 PM
3h 1m
8 PM
2h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Broken Arrow, OK
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Trip Overview
Spanning 132.4 miles across the Great Plains, this drive from Talihina to Broken Arrow is a straightforward journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 41 minutes. Because of the manageable distance, it works perfectly as a one-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend roughly $20 on fuel for the trek, making it an affordable option for travelers. The route relies heavily on highway travel, utilizing OK-2, OK-82, and the Muskogee Turnpike to keep you moving efficiently. If you are looking for a reliable, no-nonsense connection between these two Oklahoma locations, this drive provides a practical and predictable experience.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
66.2 miles from Talihina, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 32m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is heavily highway-focused, with approximately 91% of your journey spent on high-speed roads. You will navigate a mix of state highways like OK-82 and OK-2 before transitioning to the faster, more controlled environment of the Muskogee Turnpike. Be prepared for a substantial stretch of steady driving, as the longest uninterrupted segment spans 55.7 miles along the turnpike. While the initial portions of the route offer the feel of local state highways, the drive shifts into a more consistent, streamlined pace once you hit the turnpike. It is a functional drive designed for efficiency rather than technical maneuvering, keeping you comfortably behind the wheel as you cross the plains.
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.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Muskogee Turnpike and OK 82. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 38.6 miles in near OK 2.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 132.4 miles you will encounter 14 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 38.6 miles (OK 2): Lane positioning matters here; at 65.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 73.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
38.6 mi into trip
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~57m in
|
OK 2
Turn right onto OK 2
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
7
65.1 mi into trip
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~1h 31m 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
73.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 39m 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
6
88.3 mi into trip
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~1h 55m 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.
6
130.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 36m in
Take the exit toward Lynn Lane
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Lynn Lane
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Talihina, OK to Broken Arrow, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Tulsa along the way.
Tulsa
73.2 mi in
|
~1h 39m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Muskogee Turnpike | 55.7 mi | 54m |
| OK 82 | 30.4 mi | 43m |
| OK 2 | 26.5 mi | 33m |
| Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway | 7.7 mi | 7m |
| OK 31 | 7 mi | 12m |
| Disabled American Veterans Highway | 1 mi | 1m |
| US 270 | 0.7 mi | <1m |
| East Kenosha Street North | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Muskogee Turnpike
— 55.7 mi, about 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Talihina, OK and Broken Arrow, OK.
1
Start on US 271; OK 63
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Dallas Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
2
Continue on OK 1; OK 63
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
Talimena Scenic Drive
3
Turn right onto OK 82
13 mi
·
18 min
·
OK 82
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Turn right onto OK 82
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
OK 82
5
Turn right onto US 270; OK 82
0.7 mi
·
54 sec
·
US 270; OK 82
6
Turn left onto OK 82
13 mi
·
19 min
·
OK 82
7
At end of road, turn left onto OK 31
7.0 mi
·
12 min
·
OK 31
8
Turn right onto OK 2
27 mi
·
33 min
·
OK 2
Use the straight / left lanes.
9
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward I 40 East: Fort Smith
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Merge onto I 40
7.7 mi
·
7 min
·
Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 286
Toward OK 351: Muskogee, Tulsa
Use the sharp right lane.
12
Continue on OK 351
14 mi
·
14 min
·
Muskogee Turnpike
13
Keep slight right at fork onto OK 351
41 mi
·
39 min
·
Muskogee Turnpike
Use the none lane.
14
Continue on OK 51
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Disabled American Veterans Highway
Use the straight lane.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward Lynn Lane
Use the slight right lane.
16
Turn left onto North 9th Street East
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
North 9th Street East
Use the left / right lanes.
17
Turn right onto East Kenosha Street North
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Kenosha Street North
Use the left lane.
18
Turn left onto North Main Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
Use the left lane.
19
Arrive at destination
North Main Street
Trip Plan
Planning for this 2-hour and 41-minute drive is simple, though you should factor in at least one stop to break up the time behind the wheel. Since the route is efficient, you have plenty of flexibility to depart whenever suits your schedule best. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before entering the Muskogee Turnpike, as that 55.7-mile stretch is your longest period without exit options. Because this is a single-day trip, try to time your departure to avoid peak traffic hours near your destination in Broken Arrow. By managing your pacing and ensuring your tank is topped off before hitting the turnpike, you can ensure a smooth, stress-free arrival.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 66.2 miles from Talihina, OK, or about 1h 32m 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 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 66.2 miles or 1h 32m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 14m
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 Talihina, 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 Talihina, OK
This is one driving day of about 132.4 miles and 2h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Talihina, OK.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
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 66.2 mi from Talihina, OK · 1h 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
66 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
$20.11 one way
$40.22 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
46 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $22.17 | $44.34 |
| premium | $4.80 | $24.99 | $49.99 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $29.41 | $58.83 |
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
$20
Tolls
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 46.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 39.7 | 0 | $13.90 | $6.36 |
| Efficient EV | 33.1 | 0 | $11.58 | $5.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 53 | 0 | $18.54 | $8.47 |
Gas CO2
46 kg
EV CO2
15 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
Broken Arrow, OK
Afternoon in Broken Arrow on Sunday
Local time
2:47 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
63°F
Garland, TX
66 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
28 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
2h 41m 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 Talihina, OK to Broken Arrow, OK covers 132.4 miles and takes about 2h 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Muskogee Turnpike, OK 82, OK 2. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 66.2 miles from Talihina, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $20.11 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 132.4 miles you will encounter 14 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 38.6 miles (OK 2): Lane positioning matters here; at 65.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 73.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Talihina, OK to Broken Arrow, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Tulsa along the way.
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