Broken Arrow, OK to Madill, OK is 181.8 miles and takes about 3h 33m via Veterans Memorial Highway, with a fuel budget near $28 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Great Plains region, moving from northeastern Oklahoma to the southern part of the state. Expect a local driving experience with a fair amount of turns, making it a more engaging trip than a straight shot down an interstate. Given the relatively short duration, this route is ideal for a single-day excursion, allowing for a relaxed pace without feeling rushed.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
90.9 miles from Broken Arrow, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 43m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Veterans Memorial Highway
108.7 mi
2h 6m
Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike
37.8 mi
36m
Creek Turnpike
13.6 mi
15m
South 8th Avenue
3.3 mi
3m
North Jim Thorpe Boulevard
3.3 mi
3m
West Washington Street
3 mi
5m
North Milt Phillips Avenue
2.9 mi
3m
North Kemp Avenue
1.8 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 108.7 mi, about 2h 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Broken Arrow, OK and Madill, OK.
1
Start on North Main Street
63 ft·6 sec·North Main Street
2
Turn right onto West Broadway Avenue
0.4 mi·1 min·West Broadway Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
At end of road, turn left onto South Elm Place
1.4 mi·2 min·South Elm Place
Use the left lane.
4
Turn right onto West Washington Street
3.0 mi·5 min·West Washington Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Continue on East 91st Street South
0.6 mi·1 min·East 91st Street South
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Turn left
0.3 mi·31 sec
Toward US 169 South, US 64 EastUse the left lane.
7
Merge onto US 64; US 169
0.4 mi·26 sec·Pearl Harbor Memorial Expressway
8
Merge onto US 64; US 169; OK 364
13 mi·14 min·Creek Turnpike
Toward US 64 East, US 169 South, OK 364 West: Bixby, Jenks, Sapulpa, Oklahoma CityUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto OK 364
0.9 mi·1 min·Creek Turnpike
Toward I 44 West: Oklahoma CityUse the straight lane.
10
Merge onto I 44
38 mi·36 min·Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 179Toward US 377, OK 99: Stroud, DrumrightUse the right lane.
12
Turn right onto OK 99; US 377
1.1 mi·1 min·North 8th Avenue
Use the right lane.
13
Keep slight right at fork onto OK 99; US 377
3.3 mi·3 min·South 8th Avenue
Use the straight lane.
14
Continue on OK 99; US 377
13 mi·14 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Continue on OK 99; US 377
3.3 mi·3 min·North Jim Thorpe Boulevard
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
16
Continue on OK 99; US 377
14 mi·16 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
17
Continue on OK 99; US 377
2.9 mi·3 min·North Milt Phillips Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Continue on US 377; OK 3E; OK 99
19 mi·22 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Take the exit onto US 377; OK 3E; OK 99
17 mi·20 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
20
Take the exit onto US 377; OK 99
16 mi·19 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Toward US 377, OK 99 South: Fittstown, Tishomingo, MadillUse the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Continue on OK 99; US 377
1.0 mi·1 min·Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
22
Continue on OK 99; US 377
17 mi·19 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
23
Continue on US 377; OK 99
1.8 mi·3 min·North Kemp Avenue
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
24
Turn right onto US 377; OK 22; OK 99
1.1 mi·2 min·West Main Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
25
Continue on US 377; OK 22; OK 99
12 mi·14 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / left lanes.
26
Continue on US 377; OK 99; OK 199
0.3 mi·54 sec·East Main Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
27
Turn left onto South 3rd Street
397 ft·15 sec·South 3rd Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
28
Turn right onto East Taliaferro Street
0.2 mi·31 sec·East Taliaferro Street
29
At end of road, turn right onto US 70; US 377; OK 99
396 ft·13 sec·South 1st Street
30
Turn right onto US 377; OK 99; OK 199
59 ft·2 sec·East Main Street
Use the right lane.
31
Arrive at destination
US 377; OK 99; OK 199
Trip Plan
For this 181.8-mile drive, starting in the morning will give you plenty of daylight to complete the roughly 3.5-hour journey. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost estimated at $28, you can easily manage this trip in a single day. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before heading out, as the "Turn-heavy local drive" profile might mean fewer immediate services compared to major interstates. Consider packing snacks and drinks to minimize the need for stops, allowing you to enjoy the flexibility this shorter route offers.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 90.9 miles from Broken Arrow, OK, or about 1h 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 108.7 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 40 miles or 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 90.9 miles or 1h 43m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Madill, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Broken Arrow, 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 Broken Arrow, OK
This is one driving day of about 181.8 miles and 3h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 40 miles from Broken Arrow, OK.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Veterans Memorial Highway for about 108.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 18
5 decision points cluster between mile 5.4 and 132.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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5.4 mi into trip|~10m in
Turn left toward US 169 South, US 64 East
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward US 169 South, US 64 East
7
6 mi into trip|~11m in|US 64; US 169; OK 364 / Creek Turnpike
Merge onto US 64; US 169; OK 364 / Creek Turnpike toward US 64 East, US 169 South, OK 364 West: Bixby, Jenks, Sapulpa, Oklahoma City
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 64 East, US 169 South, OK 364 West: B...
7
18.7 mi into trip|~25m in|OK 364 / Creek Turnpike
Keep slight left at fork onto OK 364 / Creek Turnpike toward I 44 West: Oklahoma City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 44 West: Oklahoma City
8
57.4 mi into trip|~1h 4m in
Take the exit toward US 377, OK 99: Stroud, Drumright
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 179
Toward US 377, OK 99: Stroud, Drumright
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132.4 mi into trip|~2h 31m in|US 377; OK 99 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Take the exit onto US 377; OK 99 / Veterans Memorial Highway toward US 377, OK 99 South: Fittstown, Tishomingo, Madill
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 377, OK 99 South: Fittstown, Tishomin...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$28.42 one way
$56.84 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg64 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$31.21
$62.41
premium
$4.89
$34.99
$69.97
diesel
$5.61
$40.14
$80.28
Estimated Tolls: $2.84
Turner Turnpike
(37.8 mi)$1.89
Creek Turnpike
(12.7 mi)$0.89
Creek Turnpike
(0.9 mi)$0.06
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
$28
Tolls
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 63.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
54.5
0
$19.09
$8.73
Efficient EV
45.5
0
$15.91
$7.27
EV Truck/SUV
72.7
0
$25.45
$11.64
Gas CO2
64 kg
EV CO2
21 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
Broken Arrow, OK
Night
in Broken Arrow on Saturday
Local time
9:47 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Madill, OK
Night
in Madill on Saturday
Local time
9:47 PM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°F
Shawnee, OK
91 mi in
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
14 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
3h 33m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Chickasaw National Recreation Area
National Recreation Area
Springs, streams, lakes - whatever its form, water is the attraction at Chickasaw National Recreation Area.
21 mi from route
~53 min detour
Free
near mile 150.4
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive features a "Turn-heavy local drive" profile, with only 28% of the journey on highways. You'll experience a mix of roads, including Veterans Memorial Highway, Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike, and Creek Turnpike. The longest continuous stretch without a significant turn or change in road type is 108.7 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway. Be prepared for frequent adjustments as you navigate local roads, which will likely involve more varied scenery and potentially slower speeds compared to a pure interstate experience.
Only 28% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
31 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 108.7 mi on Veterans Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.4 miles in.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 181.8 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 5.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6 miles (US 64; US 169; OK 364 / Creek Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.7 miles (OK 364 / Creek Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
Between Broken Arrow, OK and Madill, OK, road signs point toward Drumright and Tishomingo.
Drumright
57.4 mi in|~1h 4m
Tishomingo
132.4 mi in|~2h 31m|via US 377; OK 99
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 33m. Total distance: 181.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 33m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 108.7 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $2.84 in tolls one way, starting with Turner 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.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 Madill, OK before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 5.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6 miles (US 64; US 169; OK 364 / Creek Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.7 miles (OK 364 / Creek Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Chickasaw National Recreation Area. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.1 hours — manageable with a long break at Madill, OK, but most travelers stay overnight.
