Origin
Broken Arrow, OK
Night in Broken Arrow on Saturday
Local time
9:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Broken Arrow, OK to Cleora, 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 24m
Distance
73.3 mi
118 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 18m
★
6 AM
1h 24m
8 AM
1h 37m
10 AM
1h 29m
12 PM
1h 28m
3 PM
1h 29m
5 PM
1h 37m
8 PM
1h 20m
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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Cleora, OK
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a straightforward trip from Broken Arrow to Cleora, this 73.3-mile journey is a quick and efficient trek across the Great Plains. You can expect to reach your destination in about 1 hour and 24 minutes, making it an ideal day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. Your route primarily utilizes the Creek Turnpike, the Will Rogers Turnpike, and US 60 to move you efficiently between points. With an estimated fuel cost of just $11, it is a budget-friendly way to travel through Oklahoma. Because this is a short, direct drive, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your schedule around your own needs rather than worrying about long-distance fatigue.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Will Rogers Turnpike | 48.4 mi | 48m |
| US 60 | 8 mi | 9m |
| Creek Turnpike | 6.6 mi | 6m |
| OK 85 | 4.6 mi | 8m |
| East Kenosha Street North | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| East Illinois Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| North Main Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Will Rogers Turnpike
— 48.4 mi, about 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Broken Arrow, OK and Cleora, OK.
1
Start on North Main Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
At end of road, turn right onto East Kenosha Street North
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
East Kenosha Street North
Use the right lane.
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Toward OK 351 East: Joplin
4
Merge onto OK 364
6.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Creek Turnpike
Toward Joplin
Use the straight lane.
5
Continue on OK 364
48 mi
·
48 min
·
Will Rogers Turnpike
Toward Joplin
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 289
Toward OK 66, US 60: Vinita
Use the slight right lane.
7
At end of road, turn left onto US 60; US 69; US Historic 66
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Illinois Avenue
Use the left lane.
8
Continue on US 60; US 69; US Historic 66
8.0 mi
·
9 min
·
US 60; US 69; US Historic 66
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
9
Turn slight right
525 ft
·
15 sec
10
Turn straight
381 ft
·
7 sec
11
Turn straight onto OK 85
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
OK 85
12
Turn right onto OK 85
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
OK 85
13
Arrive at destination
OK 85
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
37 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36.6 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 75 decision points cluster between mile 0.6 and 59.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.6 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
East Kenosha Street North
At end of road, turn right onto East Kenosha Street North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
3.6 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the ramp toward OK 351 East: Joplin
Navigation decision point
Toward OK 351 East: Joplin
6
4 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
OK 364 / Creek Turnpike
Merge onto OK 364 / Creek Turnpike toward Joplin
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward Joplin
8
59 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
Take the exit toward OK 66, US 60: Vinita
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 289
Toward OK 66, US 60: Vinita
5
59.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m in
|
US 60; US 69; US Historic 66 / East Illinois Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto US 60; US 69; US Historic 66 / East Illinois Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.46 one way
$22.92 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $12.58 | $25.16 |
| premium | $4.89 | $14.11 | $28.21 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.18 | $32.37 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.88
Will Rogers Turnpike
(48.4 mi)
$2.42
Creek Turnpike
(6.6 mi)
$0.46
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Tolls
$3
Total
$14
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22 | 0 | $7.70 | $3.52 |
| Efficient EV | 18.3 | 0 | $6.41 | $2.93 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.3 | 0 | $10.26 | $4.69 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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
Cleora, OK
Night in Cleora on Saturday
Local time
9:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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 24m 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 route is heavily highway-focused, with 92% of your drive spent on high-speed roads. You will find yourself cruising along for long stretches, including a 48.4-mile segment on the Will Rogers Turnpike that serves as the longest uninterrupted part of the journey. The transition from the Creek Turnpike onto the Will Rogers Turnpike shifts the feel of the road toward a standard interstate experience. Expect a steady, predictable pace as you navigate these major thoroughfares. It is a practical drive designed for efficiency, allowing you to cover the distance with minimal navigation changes or technical driving maneuvers.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 48.4 mi on Will Rogers Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Will Rogers Turnpike and US 60. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near East Kenosha Street North.
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 24m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (East Kenosha Street North): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.6 miles: Navigation decision point; at 4 miles (OK 364 / Creek Turnpike): 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 Broken Arrow, OK to Cleora, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Joplin along the way.
Joplin
4 mi in
|
~8m
|
via OK 364
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 24m. Total distance: 73.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 48.4 miles on Will Rogers Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $2.88 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.
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 0.6 miles (East Kenosha Street North): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.6 miles: Navigation decision point; at 4 miles (OK 364 / Creek Turnpike): 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 Cleora, 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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