If you are looking to travel from Broken Arrow to Shawnee, you are looking at a straightforward 102.7-mile trek across the Oklahoma Great Plains. This drive typically takes about 2 hours, making it an ideal candidate for a simple day trip that requires no overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via the Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike, the Veterans Memorial Highway, and the Creek Turnpike. Budgeting approximately $16 for fuel should cover your travel costs comfortably. Because both cities are located within the Great Plains, the terrain remains consistent throughout, offering a predictable and efficient transit experience for those heading across the state.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
51.3 miles from Broken Arrow, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 58m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike
37.8 mi
36m
Veterans Memorial Highway
18.7 mi
21m
Creek Turnpike
13.6 mi
15m
Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway
13.2 mi
13m
North Harrison Street
3.8 mi
8m
South 8th Avenue
3.3 mi
3m
North Jim Thorpe Boulevard
3.3 mi
3m
West Washington Street
3 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike
— 37.8 mi, about 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Broken Arrow, OK and Shawnee, 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
5.6 mi·6 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi·35 sec
Toward I 40 West: Oklahoma CityUse the straight / right lanes.
18
Merge onto I 40
13 mi·13 min·Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.2 mi·28 sec
Exit 186Toward OK 18: Shawnee, MeekerUse the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Turn left onto OK 18
3.8 mi·8 min·North Harrison Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
21
Turn right onto East 10th Street
0.7 mi·1 min·East 10th Street
22
Turn left onto US 270 Business
0.2 mi·33 sec·North Beard Street
23
Turn right onto West Main Street
139 ft·3 sec·West Main Street
24
Arrive at destination
West Main Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 2-hour journey, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time to avoid potential peak traffic. You will not need to plan for any formal stops along the way, as the duration is short enough to drive straight through comfortably. Keep your $16 fuel budget in mind when filling up before you leave Broken Arrow, as this ensures you won't need to hunt for gas stations during the transit. Take advantage of the straightforward nature of this route by checking local traffic reports for the turnpikes before you head out. With no mandatory stops required, you can easily adjust your pace to suit your personal schedule.
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 51.3 miles from Broken Arrow, OK, or about 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 37.8 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 23 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 51.3 miles or 58m 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 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Shawnee, 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 102.7 miles and 2h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 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 37.8 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 97.8 — 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...
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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
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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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97.8 mi into trip|~1h 49m in
Take the exit toward OK 18: Shawnee, Meeker
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.
Exit 186
Toward OK 18: Shawnee, Meeker
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.06 one way
$32.11 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg36 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$17.63
$35.26
premium
$4.89
$19.76
$39.53
diesel
$5.61
$22.67
$45.35
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
$16
Tolls
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
30.8
0
$10.78
$4.93
Efficient EV
25.7
0
$8.99
$4.11
EV Truck/SUV
41.1
0
$14.38
$6.57
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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
9:46 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Shawnee, OK
Night
in Shawnee on Saturday
Local time
9:46 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
72°F
Chandler, OK
51 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
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
2h 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 features a mixed drive profile, balancing fast-paced highway segments with shorter local transitions. About 50% of your time will be spent on major highways, allowing you to maintain a steady pace for most of the 102.7-mile distance. You can expect a consistent flow behind the wheel, punctuated by a longest uninterrupted stretch of 37.8 miles while cruising on the Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike. The route is designed for utility and speed rather than technical maneuvering, providing a clear path that shifts between major turnpikes and connecting arterial roads as you progress toward your destination.
50% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 37.8 mi on Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
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 5.4 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 102.7 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 Shawnee, OK, road signs point toward Jenks, Sapulpa, Oklahoma City and Drumright.
Shawnee is in the Frontier Country region of Oklahoma.
While normally not on the sight-seeing itinerary of those who do not know someone already living there, Shawnee could prove to be an interesting day trip.
Shawnee is known for its numerous Native American casinos, maybe lesser-so that it is where Brad Pitt and Jim Thorpe hailed from or the origin of Sonic restaurants.
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h. Total distance: 102.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (50%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 37.8 miles on Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike. 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.
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 Shawnee, 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. 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. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Shawnee, OK before heading back.
