Origin
Bixby, OK
Late night in Bixby on Sunday
Local time
1:01 AM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bixby, OK to Copeland, OK
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 45m
Distance
93.7 mi
151 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 37m
★
6 AM
1h 45m
8 AM
2h 1m
10 AM
1h 51m
12 PM
1h 49m
3 PM
1h 51m
5 PM
2h 0m
8 PM
1h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bixby, OK
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Copeland, OK
Alan Garzón
Trip Overview
This 93.7-mile drive from Bixby, Oklahoma to Copeland, Oklahoma is a straightforward 1 hour and 45-minute trip, making it an ideal day trip. Primarily utilizing the Will Rogers Turnpike, Creek Turnpike, and US 59, you'll spend 91% of your time on highways. The estimated fuel cost is around $15, and with no planned stops, it's a quick transit through the Great Plains region. This route is designed for efficiency, offering a direct path without significant detours. You'll be covering ground quickly on this largely highway-focused journey within the same state.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
46.8 miles from Bixby, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 54m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Will Rogers Turnpike | 61.2 mi | 1h 1m |
| Creek Turnpike | 16.1 mi | 16m |
| US 59 | 8.4 mi | 11m |
| South Memorial Drive East | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| East 131st Street South | 1 mi | 2m |
| South Mingo Road East | 1 mi | 1m |
| West Tucson Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| East 121st Street South | 1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Will Rogers Turnpike
— 61.2 mi, about 1h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bixby, OK and Copeland, OK.
1
Start on North Armstrong Street
121 ft
·
10 sec
·
North Armstrong Street
2
Turn left onto West Dawes Avenue
0.2 mi
·
46 sec
·
West Dawes Avenue
3
At end of road, turn right onto US 64
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
South Memorial Drive East
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Turn right onto East 131st Street South
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
East 131st Street South
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Turn left onto South Mingo Road East
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Mingo Road East
Use the left lane.
6
Turn right onto East 121st Street South
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
East 121st Street South
7
Continue on West Tucson Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West Tucson Street
8
Turn left onto South Olive Avenue East
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Olive Avenue East
Use the straight / left lanes.
9
Take the ramp
347 ft
·
8 sec
Toward OK 364 East: Joplin
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward PIKEPASS Only
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto OK 364
16 mi
·
16 min
·
Creek Turnpike
Toward OK 364 East: Joplin
Use the straight lane.
12
Continue on OK 364
61 mi
·
1 hr 1 min
·
Will Rogers Turnpike
Toward Joplin
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 302
Toward US 59, US 60: Fairland, Grove, Afton
Use the right lane.
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
Toward Cash Only
Use the straight lane.
15
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
this road
16
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward US 59 South, US 60 West, US 69 South: Afton, Grove
Use the slight right lane.
17
Turn straight onto US 59; US 60; US 69; US Historic 66
0.6 mi
·
56 sec
·
US 59; US 60; US 69; US Historic 66
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
18
Turn left onto US 59
7.8 mi
·
10 min
·
US 59
Toward US 69 South: Grove
19
Turn sharp right onto East 250 Road
303 ft
·
5 sec
·
East 250 Road
20
Arrive at destination
East 250 Road
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 1 hour and 45 minutes, this trip offers a lot of flexibility. You can depart Bixby at your leisure, perhaps in the late morning to arrive in Copeland around lunchtime. Since the longest stretch is over 60 miles, plan your fuel stops accordingly before you get too low, especially as there are no designated stops on this route. The $15 fuel estimate suggests this is a budget-friendly excursion. Keep an eye on your navigation as you transition between the Will Rogers Turnpike, Creek Turnpike, and US 59 to ensure you stay on the most direct 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 46.8 miles from Bixby, OK, or about 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 61.2 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 21 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.8 miles or 54m 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 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Copeland, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Bixby, OK so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bixby, OK
This is one driving day of about 93.7 miles and 1h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Bixby, OK.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Will Rogers Turnpike for about 61.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
47 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 46.8 miles from Bixby, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Will Rogers Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 61.2 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 165 decision points cluster between mile 7 and 84.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
7 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Take the ramp toward OK 364 East: Joplin
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward OK 364 East: Joplin
8
7 mi into trip
|
~13m 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
84.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 31m in
Take the exit toward US 59, US 60: Fairland, Grove, Afton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 302
Toward US 59, US 60: Fairland, Grove, Afton
8
84.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 32m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Cash Only
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward Cash Only
9
84.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 32m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 59 South, US 60 West, US 69 South: Afton, Grove
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 59 South, US 60 West, US 69 South: Af...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.65 one way
$29.30 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
33 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $16.08 | $32.17 |
| premium | $4.89 | $18.03 | $36.06 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.69 | $41.38 |
Estimated Tolls: $4.18
Will Rogers Turnpike
(61.2 mi)
$3.06
Creek Turnpike
(16.1 mi)
$1.12
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
$15
Tolls
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 28.1 | 0 | $9.84 | $4.50 |
| Efficient EV | 23.4 | 0 | $8.20 | $3.75 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 37.5 | 0 | $13.12 | $6.00 |
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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
Copeland, OK
Late night in Copeland on Sunday
Local time
1:01 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°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
17 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 45m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this 93.7-mile journey. With 91% of the route on highways, you'll experience a consistent pace for much of the 1 hour and 45 minutes. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 61.2 miles on the Will Rogers Turnpike, allowing for a significant period of steady driving. While the route is predominantly highway, the shift between the turnpike, Creek Turnpike, and US 59 may offer subtle changes in the driving experience. This drive is built for covering distance efficiently.
91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 61.2 mi on Will Rogers Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Will Rogers Turnpike and Creek Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 7 miles in.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 93.7 miles you will encounter 16 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 7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 84.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Bixby, OK and Copeland, OK, road signs point toward Pikepass Only, Joplin, Grove, Afton and Cash Only.
Pikepass Only
7 mi in
|
~13m
Joplin
23.3 mi in
|
~30m
|
via OK 364
Grove
84.4 mi in
|
~1h 31m
Afton
84.4 mi in
|
~1h 31m
Cash Only
84.7 mi in
|
~1h 32m
About the Cities
Starting in Bixby, OK
Full guide →Bixby is a city in the Green Country region of Oklahoma.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 45m. Total distance: 93.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 61.2 miles on Will Rogers Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $4.18 in tolls one way, starting with Will Rogers Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Copeland, OK before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 84.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Copeland, OK before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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