Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 10m
Distance
52.4 mi
84 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Broken Arrow, OK
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Barnsdall, OK
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If you are planning a quick excursion from Broken Arrow to Barnsdall, you are looking at a manageable 52.4-mile journey across the Oklahoma Great Plains. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 10 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect day trip that does not require an overnight stay. You will navigate a combination of routes, primarily utilizing OK 11, the Cherokee Expressway, and North Cincinnati Avenue. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $8, this drive is as easy on your wallet as it is on your schedule. Whether you are heading out for business or a change of scenery, the simplicity of this trip allows for a stress-free travel experience within the state.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| OK 11 | 14 mi | 19m |
| Cherokee Expressway | 9.2 mi | 11m |
| North Cincinnati Avenue | 6.3 mi | 8m |
| Private First Class Albert E. Schwab, Medal of Honor Memorial Highway | 4.6 mi | 5m |
| East 146th Street North | 4.1 mi | 5m |
| Representative Sue Tibbs Memorial Highway | 2.8 mi | 3m |
| Broken Arrow Expressway | 2.6 mi | 2m |
| Chapelle Family Memorial Highway | 2.2 mi | 3m |
Step-by-step road directions between Broken Arrow, OK and Barnsdall, OK.
Start on North Main Street
Turn right onto West Broadway Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto North Elm Place
Turn left
Merge onto OK 51
Continue on OK 51
Continue on OK 51
Take the exit
Merge onto US 169
Continue on US 169
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 244; US 412
Take the exit
Continue on OK 11
Take the exit onto OK 11
Merge onto OK 11; US 75
Continue on US 75
Take the exit
Turn left onto OK 20
Turn right onto OK 11
Continue on OK 11
Continue on OK 11
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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.
A short stop after about 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 26.2 miles from Broken Arrow, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 16.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
At end of road, turn right onto North Elm Place
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 244, US 412: Joplin, Oklahoma City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward I 244 West, US 412 West: Oklahoma City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward OK 11 West: Tulsa International Airport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit onto OK 11 toward US 75 North, OK 11 West: Bartlesville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$8.19 one way
$16.38 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.99 | $17.99 |
| premium | $4.89 | $10.08 | $20.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.57 | $23.14 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.7 | 0 | $5.50 | $2.52 |
| Efficient EV | 13.1 | 0 | $4.59 | $2.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21 | 0 | $7.34 | $3.35 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Broken Arrow on Saturday
Local time
11:17 PM
CDT
Current temp
70°F
Mostly Cloudy
Destination
Night in Barnsdall on Saturday
Local time
11:17 PM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
This trip offers a mixed driving profile, transitioning between faster highway segments and local road travel. You will spend roughly 53% of your time on highways, providing a balanced experience that keeps you moving while avoiding the monotony of a long-haul interstate trek. Keep in mind that the longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 14-mile segment on OK 11. As you navigate the transition from Broken Arrow toward Barnsdall, the road conditions shift, requiring you to stay attentive as you move between the expressway and local thoroughfares. It is a straightforward drive that blends efficient transit with the practical realities of regional Oklahoma infrastructure.
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 0.4 miles in near North Elm Place.
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 52.4 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 0.4 miles (North Elm Place): Lane positioning matters here; at 10 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Broken Arrow, OK and Barnsdall, OK, road signs point toward Oklahoma City and Skiatook.
Oklahoma City
Skiatook
Broken Arrow is a city in the Green Country region of Oklahoma about 15 miles (35 km) southeast of Tulsa. It is the largest suburb of Tulsa County at a population of 110,000 (2018). Its nickname is "Tree City"
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 10m. Total distance: 52.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (53%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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