Origin
Bixby, OK
Late night in Bixby on Tuesday
Local time
5:58 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bixby, OK to McAlester, OK
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 40m
Distance
83.3 mi
134 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 33m
★
6 AM
1h 40m
8 AM
1h 55m
10 AM
1h 46m
12 PM
1h 44m
3 PM
1h 46m
5 PM
1h 55m
8 PM
1h 36m
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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McAlester, OK
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Bixby to McAlester, you are looking at a straightforward 83.3-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 40 minutes. Because of the manageable distance and duration, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can expect to budget roughly $13 for fuel, making this an affordable transit between these two Great Plains locales. The drive utilizes a combination of US 62, the Trooper William McClendon Memorial Highway, and the Colonel John L. Hillman Parkway. Overall, it serves as a practical, efficient connection across Oklahoma that avoids the need for complex travel logistics.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
41.7 miles from Bixby, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 55m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 62 | 35.1 mi | 33m |
| Trooper William McClendon Memorial Highway | 13.8 mi | 16m |
| Colonel John L. Hillman Parkway | 10.7 mi | 12m |
| West 151st Street South | 7.3 mi | 10m |
| North Wood Drive | 5.1 mi | 9m |
| Okmulgee Beeline | 4.8 mi | 6m |
| US 270 | 4.5 mi | 7m |
| W. R. "Dick" Stubbs Memorial Highway | 1.3 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
US 62
— 35.1 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bixby, OK and McAlester, OK.
1
Start on North Armstrong Street
0.2 mi
·
47 sec
·
North Armstrong Street
2
Turn left onto West 151st Street South
7.3 mi
·
10 min
·
West 151st Street South
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
Toward US 75 South: Okmulgee
Use the left lane.
4
Merge onto US 75
4.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Okmulgee Beeline
Toward US 75 South: Okmulgee
Use the straight lane.
5
Continue on US 75
14 mi
·
16 min
·
Trooper William McClendon Memorial Highway
Toward US 75 South: Okmulgee
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Continue on US 75
0.5 mi
·
35 sec
·
Colonel John L. Hillman Parkway
Toward US 75 South: Okmulgee
Use the straight / sharp right lanes.
7
Continue on US 75
5.1 mi
·
9 min
·
North Wood Drive
Toward US 75 South: Okmulgee
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on US 62; US 75
10 mi
·
12 min
·
Colonel John L. Hillman Parkway
Toward US 62 West, US 75 South: Henryetta
Use the straight / uturn / right lanes.
9
Continue on US 62; US 75
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
W. R. "Dick" Stubbs Memorial Highway
Toward US 62 West, US 75 South: Henryetta
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on US 62; US 75
35 mi
·
33 min
·
US 62; US 75
Toward US 62 West, US 75 South: Henryetta
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 70
Toward US 270, OK 1: McAlester, Calvin
Use the slight right lane.
12
Turn left onto US 270; OK 1
4.5 mi
·
7 min
·
US 270; OK 1
Use the left / right lanes.
13
Turn left onto US 69 Business
49 ft
·
0 sec
·
North Main Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
14
Arrive at destination
US 69 Business
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 1-hour and 40-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You won't need to plan for any mandatory stops, but keeping an eye on your fuel gauge before leaving Bixby is a smart move to ensure your $13 estimate remains accurate. Because the route relies on a specific sequence of US 62 and designated parkways, pay close attention to signage when transitioning between these segments. If you prefer a relaxed pace, consider timing your departure to avoid peak local traffic, though the lack of required stops gives you total control over your schedule. Having your navigation ready for the transition onto the Colonel John L. Hillman Parkway will help you stay on track without unnecessary detours.
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 41.7 miles from Bixby, OK, or about 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 35.1 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 18 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.7 miles or 55m 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 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near McAlester, 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 83.3 miles and 1h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Bixby, OK.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 62 for about 35.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
42 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 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 41.7 miles from Bixby, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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 125 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 83.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
West 151st Street South
Turn left onto West 151st Street South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
7.4 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Turn left toward US 75 South: Okmulgee
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward US 75 South: Okmulgee
6
7.8 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
US 75 / Okmulgee Beeline
Merge onto US 75 / Okmulgee Beeline toward US 75 South: Okmulgee
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward US 75 South: Okmulgee
8
78.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 32m in
Take the exit toward US 270, OK 1: McAlester, Calvin
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 70
Toward US 270, OK 1: McAlester, Calvin
6
83.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 40m in
|
US 69 Business / North Main Street
Turn left onto US 69 Business / North Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.02 one way
$26.05 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $14.30 | $28.60 |
| premium | $4.89 | $16.03 | $32.06 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.39 | $36.78 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25 | 0 | $8.75 | $4.00 |
| Efficient EV | 20.8 | 0 | $7.29 | $3.33 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 33.3 | 0 | $11.66 | $5.33 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% 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
McAlester, OK
Late night in McAlester on Tuesday
Local time
5:58 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°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
4 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 40m 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?
This drive offers a mixed experience, balancing roughly 60% highway travel with local road segments. You will spend a significant portion of your time on US 62, which features the route’s longest uninterrupted stretch of 35.1 miles. Transitioning between the Memorial Highway and the Hillman Parkway keeps the drive from feeling like a monotonous interstate grind. While the road surface and traffic density will shift as you navigate these different designations, the path remains consistent in its purpose as a functional regional link. Expect a steady, predictable pace behind the wheel as you move through the heart of the Great Plains.
60% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 35.1 mi on US 62.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near West 151st Street South.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 40m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (West 151st Street South): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 7.8 miles (US 75 / Okmulgee Beeline): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
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.
On the drive from Bixby, OK to McAlester, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Calvin along the way.
Calvin
78.6 mi in
|
~1h 32m
About the Cities
Starting in Bixby, OK
Full guide →Bixby is a city in the Green Country region of Oklahoma.
Arriving in McAlester, OK
Full guide →McAlester is in the Choctaw Country region of Oklahoma and home to the Oklahoma State Penitentiary.
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 40m. Total distance: 83.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (60%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 35.1 miles on US 62. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 0.2 miles (West 151st Street South): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 7.8 miles (US 75 / Okmulgee Beeline): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at McAlester, 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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