If you are planning a quick excursion across the Oklahoma Great Plains, this 86.4-mile trek from Broken Arrow to Meeker is a straightforward choice. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 39 minutes on the road, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. With a fuel budget of approximately $13, it is an economical route that requires no overnight stops. You will primarily utilize the Creek Turnpike, the Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike, and OK 18 to complete your journey. Since the entire drive stays within the Great Plains region, the landscape remains consistent throughout your transit.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
43.2 miles from Broken Arrow, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 50m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike
50.6 mi
49m
Creek Turnpike
13.6 mi
15m
OK 18
13.5 mi
16m
West Washington Street
3 mi
5m
South Elm Place
1.4 mi
2m
East 91st Street South
0.6 mi
1m
National Drive
0.5 mi
1m
North Price Avenue
0.5 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike
— 50.6 mi, about 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Broken Arrow, OK and Meeker, 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
51 mi·49 min·Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 166Toward OK 18: Chandler, CushingUse the right lane.
12
At end of road, turn right onto OK 18
0.5 mi·1 min·North Price Avenue
Use the right lane.
13
Turn right onto South Blaine Avenue
0.4 mi·48 sec·South Blaine Avenue
14
Turn right onto West 6th Street
358 ft·8 sec·West 6th Street
15
Continue on Park Road
0.2 mi·37 sec·Park Road
16
Turn left onto National Drive
0.5 mi·1 min·National Drive
17
Turn left onto US Historic 66; OK 66
216 ft·7 sec·West 15th Street South
18
Turn right onto OK 18
11 mi·12 min·OK 18
Use the straight / left lanes.
19
Continue on OK 18
2.5 mi·3 min·OK 18
Use the straight / left lanes.
20
Turn right onto US 62
0.5 mi·53 sec·West Main Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
21
Turn right onto North Fowler Street
67 ft·2 sec·North Fowler Street
22
Arrive at destination
North Fowler Street
Trip Plan
Because this drive is under two hours, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best. Keep in mind that the majority of your travel occurs on major turnpikes, so ensure your toll pass or payment method is ready before you hit the road. Since there are no mandatory stops scheduled, you can easily pace the trip to suit your own needs. Use the 50.6-mile stretch on the Turner Turnpike to get your primary mileage out of the way early in the drive. Given the short duration, plan to fuel up before leaving Broken Arrow to avoid any mid-trip stress while navigating the highway-heavy segments.
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 43.2 miles from Broken Arrow, OK, or about 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 50.6 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 19 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 43.2 miles or 50m 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 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Meeker, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Broken Arrow, OK
This is one driving day of about 86.4 miles and 1h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Broken Arrow, OK.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike for about 50.6 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 17
5 decision points cluster between mile 5.4 and 70.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
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
70.2 mi into trip|~1h 17m in
Take the exit toward OK 18: Chandler, Cushing
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 166
Toward OK 18: Chandler, Cushing
7
70.7 mi into trip|~1h 18m in|OK 18 / North Price Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto OK 18 / North Price Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.51 one way
$27.02 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg30 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$14.83
$29.66
premium
$4.89
$16.63
$33.25
diesel
$5.61
$19.08
$38.15
Estimated Tolls: $3.48
Turner Turnpike
(50.6 mi)$2.53
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
$14
Tolls
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 30.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
25.9
0
$9.07
$4.15
Efficient EV
21.6
0
$7.56
$3.46
EV Truck/SUV
34.6
0
$12.10
$5.53
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 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
11:16 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Meeker, OK
Night
in Meeker on Saturday
Local time
11:16 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°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
7 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 39m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 90% of your time spent on high-speed thoroughfares. You will face a significant, uninterrupted 50.6-mile stretch while navigating the Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike, which allows you to maintain a steady pace for the bulk of the journey. Once you transition off the turnpikes onto OK 18, the character of the road shifts, offering a change of pace from the interstate grind. Expect a consistent experience behind the wheel that prioritizes efficiency over technical, winding backroads. It is a functional, no-nonsense commute that gets you from point A to point B with minimal complexity.
90% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 50.6 mi on Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike and Creek Turnpike. 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 Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 86.4 miles you will encounter 17 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 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.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
984 ft590 ft
Total Climb
766 ft
Total Descent
627 ft
Highest Point
984 ft
~79.2 mi in
Elevation Range
393 ft
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 Meeker, OK, road signs point toward Jenks, Sapulpa, Oklahoma City and Cushing.
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"
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 39m. Total distance: 86.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 39m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 50.6 miles on Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $3.48 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.
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 Meeker, 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 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. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Meeker, OK before heading back.
