Origin
Verdigris, OK
Afternoon in Verdigris on Sunday
Local time
4:02 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Verdigris, OK to Muskogee, OK
Drive Time
58m
Distance
50.1 mi
81 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 53m
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6 AM
0h 58m
8 AM
1h 8m
10 AM
1h 2m
12 PM
1h 1m
3 PM
1h 2m
5 PM
1h 7m
8 PM
0h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Verdigris, OK
Wasin Pirom
Muskogee, OK
Amicia Short
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick jaunt through the Oklahoma Great Plains, the 50.1-mile connection between Verdigris and Muskogee is a straightforward choice. Expect to spend about 58 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal excursion to tackle in a single day. You will primarily navigate a network of toll roads, including the Will Rogers, Creek, and Muskogee Turnpikes. With an estimated fuel cost of around $7, it is a budget-friendly trip that doesn't require complex logistics or an overnight stay. This route is designed for efficiency, prioritizing speed over sightseeing to get you to your destination quickly. Whether you are commuting or just exploring the local region, the predictability of this drive allows for a hassle-free journey.
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
25 miles from Verdigris, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 27m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a high-speed, highway-focused experience as 91% of your journey takes place on major roads. The drive maintains a consistent pace, allowing you to settle in for the ride without the frequent interruptions of local traffic lights or stop-and-go city driving. You will spend a significant portion of your time on the Muskogee Turnpike, which features the route's longest uninterrupted stretch of 23.3 miles. Because you are primarily utilizing the state's turnpike system, the road surface is generally well-maintained and built for steady travel. It is a functional, no-frills drive that emphasizes getting from point A to point B with as little friction as possible.
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.
Muskogee Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 23.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Muskogee Turnpike and Will Rogers Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.3 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 50.1 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 1.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
1.3 mi into trip
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~1m in
Take the ramp toward I 44: Tulsa, Joplin
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 44: Tulsa, Joplin
9
1.7 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 44 West: Will Rogers Turnpike, Tulsa
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 44 West: Will Rogers Turnpike, Tulsa
8
1.8 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Keep slight left at fork toward PIKEPASS Only
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward PIKEPASS Only
8
8.3 mi into trip
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~9m in
|
OK 364 / Will Rogers Turnpike
Keep slight left at fork onto OK 364 / Will Rogers Turnpike toward OK 364 West: Broken Arrow, Jenks, Sapulpa
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward OK 364 West: Broken Arrow, Jenks, Sapulp...
7
16.8 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Take the exit toward OK 51 West, OK 351 East: Tulsa, Muskogee
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 OK 51 West, OK 351 East: Tulsa, Muskogee
Towns Along This Route
Between Verdigris, OK and Muskogee, OK, road signs point toward Jenks, Sapulpa and Wagoner.
Jenks
8.3 mi in
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~9m
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via OK 364
Sapulpa
8.3 mi in
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~9m
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via OK 364
Wagoner
41.7 mi in
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~43m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Muskogee Turnpike | 23.3 mi | 21m |
| Will Rogers Turnpike | 7.4 mi | 7m |
| Creek Turnpike | 7.4 mi | 7m |
| US 69 | 6 mi | 8m |
| West Okmulgee Avenue | 2 mi | 4m |
| OK 66 | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| OK 266 | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| CR S4110 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Muskogee Turnpike
— 23.3 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Verdigris, OK and Muskogee, OK.
1
Start on CR E540
112 ft
·
6 sec
·
CR E540
2
Turn right onto CR S4110
324 ft
·
9 sec
·
CR S4110
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
3
Turn left onto OK 66; US Historic 66
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
OK 66; US Historic 66
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I 44: Tulsa, Joplin
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Merge onto OK 266
0.1 mi
·
7 sec
·
OK 266
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
Toward I 44 West: Will Rogers Turnpike, Tulsa
Use the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward PIKEPASS Only
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto I 44
6.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Will Rogers Turnpike
9
Keep slight left at fork onto OK 364
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Will Rogers Turnpike
Toward OK 364 West: Broken Arrow, Jenks, Sapulpa
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on OK 364
7.4 mi
·
7 min
·
Creek Turnpike
Toward OK 364 West: Broken Arrow, Jenks, Sapulpa
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward OK 51 West, OK 351 East: Tulsa, Muskogee
Use the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Toward OK 351 East: Muskogee
Use the straight lane.
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward OK 351 East: Muskogee
Use the sharp right lane.
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
Toward OK 351 East: Muskogee
Use the straight lane.
15
Merge onto OK 351
23 mi
·
21 min
·
Muskogee Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Toward Muskogee, Wagoner
Use the right lane.
17
Keep slight right at fork
201 ft
·
5 sec
18
Merge onto US 69
6.0 mi
·
8 min
·
US 69
Use the straight lane.
19
Turn left onto US 62 Business; US 64 Business
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
West Okmulgee Avenue
Use the left lane.
20
Arrive at destination
US 62 Business; US 64 Business
Trip Plan
Since this trip takes less than an hour, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though avoiding peak rush hours can help ensure a smoother flow on the turnpikes. You won't need to plan for any scheduled stops given the short duration, but having your payment method ready for the toll booths is essential for a seamless trip. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before you leave Verdigris; while $7 should cover your costs, filling up locally before you hit the turnpike is always a smart move. Because the route is so concentrated on high-speed roads, remain alert during the transition between the Will Rogers, Creek, and Muskogee Turnpikes to ensure you stay on the correct path.
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 25 miles from Verdigris, OK, or about 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 23.3 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 50.1 miles or 58m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 25 miles or 27m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 45m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Muskogee, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Verdigris, 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 Verdigris, OK
This is one driving day of about 50.1 miles and 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Verdigris, 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 23.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25 mi from Verdigris, OK · 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 Muskogee, OK
The final approach into Muskogee, 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 Muskogee, 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
$7.61 one way
$15.22 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $8.39 | $16.78 |
| premium | $4.80 | $9.46 | $18.92 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $11.13 | $22.26 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.51
Muskogee Turnpike
(23.3 mi)
$1.63
Creek Turnpike
(7.4 mi)
$0.51
Will Rogers Turnpike
(7.4 mi)
$0.37
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
$8
Tolls
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15 | 0 | $5.26 | $2.40 |
| Efficient EV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.38 | $2.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20 | 0 | $7.01 | $3.21 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Muskogee, OK
Afternoon in Muskogee on Sunday
Local time
4:02 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
63°F
Paris, TX
25 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
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 Verdigris, OK to Muskogee, OK covers 50.1 miles and takes about 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Muskogee Turnpike, Will Rogers Turnpike, Creek Turnpike. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 25 miles from Verdigris, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.61 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 18 significant decision points across 50.1 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 1.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Verdigris, OK and Muskogee, OK, road signs point toward Jenks, Sapulpa and Wagoner.
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