Origin
Tulsa, OK
Afternoon in Tulsa on Sunday
Local time
1:36 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Tulsa, OK to Bartlesville, OK
Drive Time
59m
Distance
45 mi
72 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
Photo: Megan Bailey
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick getaway, the 45-mile journey from Tulsa to Bartlesville is an ideal day trip. You can expect to spend about 59 minutes behind the wheel, making it a manageable drive that doesn't require an overnight stay. Your fuel budget for this round trip is estimated at approximately $7, keeping costs low for a quick excursion. Both cities are situated firmly within the Great Plains, ensuring a consistent landscape throughout your travels. Because the route is short and straightforward, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. It is a practical, efficient connection between these two Oklahoma hubs.
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
22.5 miles from Tulsa, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 29m into the drive .
Drive Character
This drive is a highway-focused experience, with 68% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You will primarily navigate via US 75, which incorporates the Cherokee Expressway and the Chapelle Family Memorial Highway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is 16 miles on US 75, offering a steady pace for the majority of the trip. While the road transitions through these named highways, the character of the drive remains consistent and functional. Expect a direct, no-nonsense commute that favors speed and reliability over winding, technical backroads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 75 is the longest continuous segment at about 16 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 75 and Cherokee Expressway. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West 2nd Street South.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 45 miles you will encounter 15 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: near the start (West 2nd Street South): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.1 miles (US 75 / Chapelle Family Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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West 2nd Street South
Turn left onto West 2nd Street South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
5
0.7 mi into trip
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~2m in
Take the ramp toward US 75 North: Bartlesville
Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward US 75 North: Bartlesville
6
1.1 mi into trip
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~2m in
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US 75 / Chapelle Family Memorial Highway
Merge onto US 75 / Chapelle Family Memorial Highway toward Bartlesville
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward Bartlesville
5
40.4 mi into trip
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~50m in
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Price Road
Turn left onto Price Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
41.4 mi into trip
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~52m in
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Silver Lake Road
Enter roundabout onto Silver Lake Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 75 | 16 mi | 17m |
| Cherokee Expressway | 14.5 mi | 17m |
| Chapelle Family Memorial Highway | 5.8 mi | 7m |
| Southeast Washington Boulevard | 3 mi | 4m |
| Silver Lake Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| Southeast Adams Boulevard | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Price Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| West 2nd Street South | 0.7 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
US 75
— 16 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tulsa, OK and Bartlesville, OK.
1
Start on South Boulder Avenue West
9 ft
·
5 sec
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South Boulder Avenue West
2
Turn left onto West 2nd Street South
0.7 mi
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2 min
·
West 2nd Street South
Use the straight / left lanes.
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
Toward US 75 North: Bartlesville
Use the slight left lane.
4
Merge onto US 75
5.8 mi
·
7 min
·
Chapelle Family Memorial Highway
Toward Bartlesville
Use the straight lane.
5
Continue on US 75
15 mi
·
17 min
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Cherokee Expressway
Toward US 75 North: Bartlesville
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on US 75
0.8 mi
·
57 sec
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US 75
Toward US 75 North: Bartlesville
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Continue on US 75
1.6 mi
·
1 min
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US 75
Toward US 75 North: Bartlesville
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Continue on US 75
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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US 75
Toward US 75 North: Bartlesville
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Continue on US 75
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
US 75
Toward US 75 North: Bartlesville
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Continue on US 75
11 mi
·
12 min
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US 75
Toward US 75 North: Bartlesville
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Continue on US 75
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Southeast Washington Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Turn left onto Price Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Price Road
Use the left lane.
13
Enter roundabout onto Silver Lake Road
31 ft
·
0 sec
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Silver Lake Road
14
Continue on Silver Lake Road
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Silver Lake Road
15
Turn left onto US 60
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Southeast Adams Boulevard
16
Continue on US 60
403 ft
·
15 sec
·
West Adams Boulevard
17
Turn right onto South Keeler Avenue
173 ft
·
11 sec
·
South Keeler Avenue
18
Turn left
66 ft
·
10 sec
19
Turn left
383 ft
·
28 sec
20
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, one-day trip, you have the advantage of complete flexibility when choosing your departure time. You won't need to worry about planning formal stops, as the total duration is under an hour, allowing you to drive straight through to your destination. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before leaving Tulsa, even though the $7 estimate is modest, to ensure you don't need to refuel mid-route. Because the drive relies heavily on US 75, check for any traffic alerts on this specific highway before you head out. Enjoy the ease of a quick transit that gets you from point A to point B without unnecessary complications.
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 22.5 miles from Tulsa, OK, or about 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 16 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 45 miles or 59m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 22.5 miles or 29m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bartlesville, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Tulsa, 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 Tulsa, OK
This is one driving day of about 45 miles and 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Tulsa, 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 US 75 for about 16 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 22.5 mi from Tulsa, OK · 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 Bartlesville, OK
The final approach into Bartlesville, 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 Bartlesville, 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
$6.84 one way
$13.67 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $7.53 | $15.07 |
| premium | $4.80 | $8.50 | $16.99 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $10.00 | $19.99 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.5 | 0 | $4.73 | $2.16 |
| Efficient EV | 11.3 | 0 | $3.94 | $1.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18 | 0 | $6.30 | $2.88 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Bartlesville, OK
Afternoon in Bartlesville on Sunday
Local time
1:36 PM
CDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
57°F
Afton, OK
23 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
3 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
59m 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 Tulsa, OK to Bartlesville, OK covers 45 miles and takes about 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 75, Cherokee Expressway, Chapelle Family 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 22.5 miles from Tulsa, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.84 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 45 miles you will encounter 15 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: near the start (West 2nd Street South): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.1 miles (US 75 / Chapelle Family Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Tulsa, OK to Bartlesville, OK does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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