Origin
Yale, OK
Afternoon in Yale on Sunday
Local time
4:05 PM
CDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Yale, OK to Broken Arrow, OK
Drive Time
1h 12m
Distance
57.3 mi
92 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 7m
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6 AM
1h 13m
8 AM
1h 24m
10 AM
1h 17m
12 PM
1h 15m
3 PM
1h 17m
5 PM
1h 23m
8 PM
1h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Yale, OK
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Broken Arrow, OK
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Trip Overview
The drive from Yale, OK to Broken Arrow, OK covers 57.3 miles and takes about 1h 12m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Jim Thorpe Memorial Highway, Sand Springs Expressway, Broken Arrow Expressway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 16.7 miles on Jim Thorpe Memorial Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.70 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
28.7 miles from Yale, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 35m into the drive .
Drive Character
The drive from Yale, OK to Broken Arrow, OK covers 57.3 miles and takes about 1h 12m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Jim Thorpe Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 16.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 27.1 miles in near OK 151.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 57.3 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 27.1 miles (OK 151): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 41.6 miles (US 64; OK 51): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 42.5 miles (US 64; OK 51 / Inner Dispersal Loop): 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.
8
27.1 mi into trip
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~33m in
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OK 151
Keep slight right at fork onto OK 151 toward US 64 East, US 412 East: Tulsa
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 64 East, US 412 East: Tulsa
7
41.6 mi into trip
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~50m in
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US 64; OK 51
Take the exit onto US 64; OK 51 toward I 244 West, US 64 East, OK 51 East, US 75 South: Broken Arrow, Okmulgee, Oklahoma City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward I 244 West, US 64 East, OK 51 East, US 7...
8
42.5 mi into trip
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~51m in
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US 64; OK 51 / Inner Dispersal Loop
Take the exit onto US 64; OK 51 / Inner Dispersal Loop toward US 75 North, US 64 East, OK 51 East: Broken Arrow
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Exit 4B
Toward US 75 North, US 64 East, OK 51 East: Bro...
8
43.7 mi into trip
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~53m in
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US 64; OK 51 / Broken Arrow Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto US 64; OK 51 / Broken Arrow Expressway toward US 64 East, OK 51 East: Broken Arrow
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward US 64 East, OK 51 East: Broken Arrow
6
55.4 mi into trip
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~1h 8m in
Take the exit toward Elm Place
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Elm Place
Towns Along This Route
Between Yale, OK and Broken Arrow, OK, road signs point toward Okmulgee, Oklahoma City and Bartlesville.
Okmulgee
41.6 mi in
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~50m
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via US 64; OK 51
Oklahoma City
41.6 mi in
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~50m
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via US 64; OK 51
Bartlesville
42.7 mi in
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~52m
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via US 64; US 75; OK 51
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Jim Thorpe Memorial Highway | 16.7 mi | 19m |
| Sand Springs Expressway | 14.2 mi | 15m |
| Broken Arrow Expressway | 11.8 mi | 14m |
| 42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway | 4.2 mi | 5m |
| OK 151 | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| Mannford Expressway | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| North Elm Place | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| East Chicago Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Jim Thorpe Memorial Highway
— 16.7 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Yale, OK and Broken Arrow, OK.
1
Start on North Main Street
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
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North Main Street
2
Turn right onto OK 51
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
East Chicago Avenue
3
Continue on OK 51
17 mi
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19 min
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Jim Thorpe Memorial Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Continue on OK 51
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
5
Continue on OK 51
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Mannford Expressway
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Continue on OK 51
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on OK 51
1.2 mi
·
1 min
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Mannford Expressway
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Turn slight right onto OK 151
2.5 mi
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3 min
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OK 151
Use the straight / left lanes.
9
Take the ramp onto OK 151
85 ft
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2 sec
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OK 151
10
Keep slight right at fork onto OK 151
0.4 mi
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38 sec
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OK 151
Toward US 64 East, US 412 East: Tulsa
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto US 64; US 412
14 mi
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15 min
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Sand Springs Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit onto US 64; OK 51
0.2 mi
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26 sec
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US 64; OK 51
Toward I 244 West, US 64 East, OK 51 East, US 75 South: Broken Arrow, Okmulgee, Oklahoma City
Use the right lane.
13
Merge onto I 244; US 64; OK 51
0.6 mi
·
49 sec
·
Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway
14
Take the exit onto US 64; OK 51
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Inner Dispersal Loop
Exit 4B
Toward US 75 North, US 64 East, OK 51 East: Broken Arrow
Use the left lane.
15
Continue on US 64; US 75; OK 51
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Broken Arrow Expressway
Toward US 75 North, US 64 East, OK 51 East: Broken Arrow, Bartlesville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight right at fork onto US 64; OK 51
11 mi
·
13 min
·
Broken Arrow Expressway
Toward US 64 East, OK 51 East: Broken Arrow
Use the straight lane.
17
Continue on OK 51
379 ft
·
5 sec
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Representative David Brumbaugh Memorial Bridge
18
Continue on OK 51
0.8 mi
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57 sec
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Disabled American Veterans Highway
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward Elm Place
Use the slight right lane.
20
Keep slight right at fork
178 ft
·
6 sec
Toward Rose District
21
Turn straight onto North Elm Place
1.2 mi
·
2 min
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North Elm Place
Use the straight / right lanes.
22
Turn left onto West College Street North
0.4 mi
·
1 min
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West College Street North
23
Turn right onto North Main Street
305 ft
·
10 sec
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North Main Street
24
Arrive at destination
North Main Street
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 28.7 miles from Yale, OK, or about 35m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 16.7 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 57.3 miles or 1h 12m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 28.7 miles or 35m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 59m
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 Yale, 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 Yale, OK
This is one driving day of about 57.3 miles and 1h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Yale, 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 Jim Thorpe Memorial Highway for about 16.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 28.7 mi from Yale, OK · 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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
$8.70 one way
$17.41 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $9.59 | $19.19 |
| premium | $4.80 | $10.82 | $21.63 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $12.73 | $25.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 20 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.2 | 0 | $6.02 | $2.75 |
| Efficient EV | 14.3 | 0 | $5.01 | $2.29 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.9 | 0 | $8.02 | $3.67 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
4:05 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
2 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 12m 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 Yale, OK to Broken Arrow, OK covers 57.3 miles and takes about 1h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Jim Thorpe Memorial Highway, Sand Springs Expressway, Broken Arrow Expressway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 28.7 miles from Yale, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.70 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 14 significant decision points across 57.3 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 27.1 miles (OK 151): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 41.6 miles (US 64; OK 51): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 42.5 miles (US 64; OK 51 / Inner Dispersal Loop): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Yale, OK and Broken Arrow, OK, road signs point toward Okmulgee, Oklahoma City and Bartlesville.
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