The drive from Yukon, OK to Catoosa, OK covers 130.3 miles and takes about 2h 25m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 44, Skelly Bypass, Will Rogers Expressway for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 90.6 miles on I 44.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $20.37 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.
Midpoint
65.2 miles from Yukon, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 13m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 25m. Total distance: 130.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 25m highway drive covering 130.3 miles, with most of the trip on I 44 and Skelly Bypass. The longest continuous stretch is about 90.6 miles on I 44.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 44 is the longest continuous segment at about 90.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 44 and Skelly Bypass. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near OK 66; US Historic 66 / West Main Street.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 130.3 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 0.5 miles (OK 66; US Historic 66 / West Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 22.7 miles (I 44): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 110.4 miles (I 44; OK 66 / Skelly Bypass): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0.5 mi into trip|~2m in|OK 66; US Historic 66 / West Main Street
Turn right onto OK 66; US Historic 66 / West Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
22.7 mi into trip|~31m in|I 44
Take the exit onto I 44 toward I 44 East: Tulsa
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 138A
Toward I 44 East: Tulsa
8
110.4 mi into trip|~1h 58m in|I 44; OK 66 / Skelly Bypass
Keep slight right at fork onto I 44; OK 66 / Skelly Bypass toward I 44 East, OK 66 East: Joplin
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 44 East, OK 66 East: Joplin
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127.5 mi into trip|~2h 19m in
Take the exit toward OK 167 North: 193rd East Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 240
Toward OK 167 North: 193rd East Avenue
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127.8 mi into trip|~2h 20m in|OK 167; US Historic 66 1926-1972 / North 193rd Avenue East
Turn left onto OK 167; US Historic 66 1926-1972 / North 193rd Avenue East toward OK 167 North: Tulsa Port of Catoosa
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward OK 167 North: Tulsa Port of Catoosa
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 44
90.6 mi
1h 31m
Skelly Bypass
14.3 mi
17m
Will Rogers Expressway
7.2 mi
8m
US Historic 66
7.1 mi
8m
World War II Veterans Memorial Highway
4.2 mi
4m
West Main Street
3.6 mi
6m
West Tigerswitch Road
1 mi
1m
North 193rd Avenue East
0.9 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 44
— 90.6 mi, about 1h 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Yukon, OK and Catoosa, OK.
1
Start on this road
0.2 mi·1 min·this road
2
Turn left onto Garth Brooks Boulevard
0.2 mi·25 sec·Garth Brooks Boulevard
3
Turn right onto Elm Avenue
446 ft·24 sec·Elm Avenue
4
Turn left onto South 10th Street
385 ft·19 sec·South 10th Street
5
Turn right onto OK 66; US Historic 66
3.6 mi·6 min·West Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Continue on US Historic 66; OK 66
365 ft·4 sec·US Historic 66; OK 66
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on US Historic 66; OK 66
7.0 mi·8 min·US Historic 66; OK 66
Use the straight lane.
8
Merge onto US Historic 66; I 44; OK 66
7.2 mi·8 min·Will Rogers Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 35; I 44; OK 66
4.2 mi·4 min·World War II Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
10
Take the exit onto I 44
88 mi·1 hr 27 min·I 44
Exit 138AToward I 44 East: TulsaUse the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 44; OK 66
14 mi·17 min·Skelly Bypass
Toward I 44 East, OK 66 East: JoplinUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on I 44; US 412; OK 66
2.9 mi·3 min·I 44; US 412; OK 66
Use the straight lane.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi·27 sec
Exit 240Toward OK 167 North: 193rd East AvenueUse the slight right lane.
14
Turn left onto OK 167; US Historic 66 1926-1972
0.1 mi·19 sec·North 193rd Avenue East
Toward OK 167 North: Tulsa Port of CatoosaUse the straight lane.
15
Continue on OK 167; US Historic 66 1926-1972
0.1 mi·18 sec·North 193rd East Avenue
Toward OK 167 North: Tulsa Port of CatoosaUse the straight lane.
16
Continue on OK 167; US Historic 66 1926-1972
0.8 mi·1 min·North 193rd Avenue East
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Turn left onto East Pine Street North
243 ft·7 sec·East Pine Street North
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
18
Turn right onto CR S4070
0.4 mi·44 sec·North 193rd East Avenue
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
19
Turn right onto West Tigerswitch Road
1.0 mi·1 min·West Tigerswitch Road
Use the straight / sharp right lanes.
20
At end of road, turn right onto West Denbo Street
207 ft·5 sec·West Denbo Street
Use the left / right lanes.
21
Arrive at destination
West Denbo 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 65.2 miles from Yukon, OK, or about 1h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 90.6 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 29 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 65.2 miles or 1h 13m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Catoosa, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Yukon, 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 Yukon, OK
This is one driving day of about 130.3 miles and 2h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from Yukon, OK.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 44 for about 90.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 65.2 mi from Yukon, OK
· 1h 13m into the drive
The midpoint is around 65.2 miles from Yukon, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel check
Top up before I 44 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 90.6 miles.
Arriving in Catoosa, OK
The final approach into Catoosa, 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 Catoosa, OK.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Oklahoma City National Memorial
National Memorial
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Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
39.1
0
$13.68
$6.25
Efficient EV
32.6
0
$11.40
$5.21
EV Truck/SUV
52.1
0
$18.24
$8.34
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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Yukon, OK
Morning
in Yukon on Friday
Local time
6:43 AM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Catoosa, OK
Morning
in Catoosa on Friday
Local time
6:43 AM
CDT
Current temp
56°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
19 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 25m 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 Yukon, OK to Catoosa, OK covers 130.3 miles and takes about 2h 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 44, Skelly Bypass, Will Rogers Expressway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 65.2 miles from Yukon, OK. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $20.37 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 15 significant decision points across 130.3 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 0.5 miles (OK 66; US Historic 66 / West Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 22.7 miles (I 44): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 110.4 miles (I 44; OK 66 / Skelly Bypass): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Yukon, OK to Catoosa, OK does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from
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OpenStreetMap.
Fuel cost uses
EIA
weekly regional averages.
EV charging comes from the
NREL Alternative Fuels
dataset.
National park proximity is from the
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