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 Tulsa, OK
Drive Time
53m
Distance
42.5 mi
68 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 49m
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6 AM
0h 54m
8 AM
1h 3m
10 AM
0h 57m
12 PM
0h 56m
3 PM
0h 57m
5 PM
1h 2m
8 PM
0h 51m
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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Trip Overview
The drive from Yale, OK to Tulsa, OK covers 42.5 miles and takes about 53m 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, 42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway 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 $6.46 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
21.3 miles from Yale, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 26m into the drive .
Drive Character
The drive from Yale, OK to Tulsa, OK covers 42.5 miles and takes about 53m, 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 16 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. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 27.1 miles in near OK 151.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 42.5 miles you will encounter 8 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 27.1 miles (OK 151): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 41.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 41.5 miles (North Quanah Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 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
6
41.3 mi into trip
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~50m in
Take the exit toward Quanah Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Quanah Avenue
7
41.5 mi into trip
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~50m in
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North Quanah Avenue
Turn right onto North Quanah Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
41.6 mi into trip
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~50m in
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West Archer Street North
Turn left onto West Archer Street North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
42.3 mi into trip
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~53m in
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North Boulder Avenue West
Turn right onto North Boulder Avenue West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Jim Thorpe Memorial Highway | 16.7 mi | 19m |
| Sand Springs Expressway | 13.9 mi | 15m |
| 42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway | 4.2 mi | 5m |
| OK 151 | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| Mannford Expressway | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| East Chicago Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| West Archer Street North | 0.7 mi | 2m |
| North Boulder Avenue West | 0.2 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 Tulsa, OK.
1
Start on North Main Street
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
North Main Street
2
Turn right onto OK 51
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
East Chicago Avenue
3
Continue on OK 51
17 mi
·
19 min
·
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
·
Mannford Expressway
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Turn slight right onto OK 151
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
OK 151
Use the straight / left lanes.
9
Take the ramp onto OK 151
85 ft
·
2 sec
·
OK 151
10
Keep slight right at fork onto OK 151
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
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
·
15 min
·
Sand Springs Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward Quanah Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
13
Turn right onto North Quanah Avenue
451 ft
·
22 sec
·
North Quanah Avenue
Use the right lane.
14
Turn left onto West Archer Street North
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
West Archer Street North
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Turn right onto North Boulder Avenue West
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
North Boulder Avenue West
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
16
Arrive at destination
South Boulder Avenue West
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 21.3 miles from Yale, OK, or about 26m 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 42.5 miles or 53m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 21.3 miles or 26m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 44m
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 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 42.5 miles and 53m.
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 21.3 mi from Yale, OK · 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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
$6.46 one way
$12.91 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $7.12 | $14.23 |
| premium | $4.80 | $8.02 | $16.05 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $9.44 | $18.88 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.8 | 0 | $4.46 | $2.04 |
| Efficient EV | 10.6 | 0 | $3.72 | $1.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17 | 0 | $5.95 | $2.72 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Tulsa, OK
Afternoon in Tulsa on Sunday
Local time
4:05 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
57°F
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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
53m 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 Tulsa, OK covers 42.5 miles and takes about 53m 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, 42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 21.3 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 $6.46 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 42.5 miles you will encounter 8 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 27.1 miles (OK 151): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 41.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 41.5 miles (North Quanah Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Yale, OK to Tulsa, OK does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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