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Trip from Claremore, OK to Copeland, 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 6m

Distance

59.1 mi

95 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$9

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 16 min
4 AM
1h 1m ★
6 AM
1h 6m
8 AM
1h 17m
10 AM
1h 10m
12 PM
1h 9m
3 PM
1h 10m
5 PM
1h 16m
8 PM
1h 3m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

city in Oklahoma, United States

Claremore, OK

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Downtown Copeland, OK, OK

Copeland, OK

Alan Garzón

Trip Overview

If you are planning a quick trip across the Great Plains of Oklahoma, the 59.1-mile journey from Claremore to Copeland is an efficient choice. You can comfortably complete this drive in about 1 hour and 6 minutes, making it an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. Budgeting around $9 for fuel should cover your travel costs, keeping the trip very affordable. Since the route relies heavily on major thoroughfares, you will find it to be a straightforward and practical connection between these two points. It is a no-nonsense transit experience perfect for those who prioritize speed and reliability over wandering backroads.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Will Rogers Turnpike 47.7 mi 47m
US 59 8.4 mi 11m
West Patti Page Boulevard 0.6 mi 1m
East Will Rogers Boulevard 0.6 mi <1m
West Will Rogers Boulevard 0.1 mi <1m
South Cherokee Avenue <0.1 mi <1m
East 250 Road <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Will Rogers Turnpike — 47.7 mi, about 47m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Claremore, OK and Copeland, OK.

1

Start on OK 88

0.1 mi · 27 sec · West Will Rogers Boulevard
Use the straight / left lanes.
2

Turn right onto South Cherokee Avenue

355 ft · 17 sec · South Cherokee Avenue
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
3

Turn left onto OK 20

0.6 mi · 1 min · West Patti Page Boulevard
Use the straight / left lanes.
4

Continue on OK 20

0.6 mi · 59 sec · East Will Rogers Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
5

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 22 sec
Toward I 44: Tulsa, Joplin Use the straight / right lanes.
6

Continue on this road

0.6 mi · 1 min · this road
7

Merge onto I 44

48 mi · 47 min · Will Rogers Turnpike
Use the straight / right lanes.
8

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 27 sec
Exit 302 Toward US 59, US 60: Fairland, Grove, Afton Use the right lane.
9

Keep slight left at fork

0.1 mi · 13 sec
Toward Cash Only Use the straight lane.
10

Continue on this road

0.2 mi · 20 sec · this road
11

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 39 sec
Toward US 59 South, US 60 West, US 69 South: Afton, Grove Use the slight right lane.
12

Turn straight onto US 59; US 60; US 69; US Historic 66

0.6 mi · 56 sec · US 59; US 60; US 69; US Historic 66
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
13

Turn left onto US 59

7.8 mi · 10 min · US 59
Toward US 69 South: Grove
14

Turn sharp right onto East 250 Road

303 ft · 5 sec · East 250 Road
15

Arrive at destination

East 250 Road

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in and county seat of Craig County, Oklahoma, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Vinita, OK

30 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

Bushyhead, OK

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Vinita, OK

Meal break

The midpoint is around 29.6 miles from Claremore, 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 11

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 50.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | South Cherokee Avenue

Turn right onto South Cherokee Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / left / right lanes.
6
0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | OK 20 / West Patti Page Boulevard

Turn left onto OK 20 / West Patti Page Boulevard

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / left lanes.
8
49.9 mi into trip | ~52m in

Take the exit toward US 59, US 60: Fairland, Grove, Afton

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the right lane. Exit 302 Toward US 59, US 60: Fairland, Grove, Afton
8
50.1 mi into trip | ~53m in

Keep slight left at fork toward Cash Only

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane. Toward Cash Only
9
50.4 mi into trip | ~53m in

Keep slight right at fork toward US 59 South, US 60 West, US 69 South: Afton, Grove

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward US 59 South, US 60 West, US 69 South: Af...

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$9.24 one way

$18.48 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 21 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $10.14 $20.29
premium $4.89 $11.37 $22.75
diesel $5.61 $13.05 $26.10

Estimated Tolls: $2.38

Will Rogers Turnpike (47.7 mi) $2.38

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$9

Tolls

$2

Total

$12

Estimated CO2 emission: 20.7 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 17.7 0 $6.21 $2.84
Efficient EV 14.8 0 $5.17 $2.36
EV Truck/SUV 23.6 0 $8.27 $3.78

Gas CO2

21 kg

EV CO2

7 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

Claremore, OK

Late night in Claremore on Sunday

Local time

2:47 AM

CDT

Current temp

73°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Copeland, OK

Late night in Copeland on Sunday

Local time

2:47 AM

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

1 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 6m 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?

Expect a highway-focused drive, as 95 percent of this route consists of high-speed transit. You will spend a significant portion of your time on the Will Rogers Turnpike, which accounts for your longest uninterrupted stretch of 47.7 miles. The transition from the turnpike to US 59 and West Patti Page Boulevard marks the shift from major interstate travel to the final approach into Copeland. Behind the wheel, you will experience a steady, consistent pace with very little variation in the road's personality. It is a functional, efficient drive that minimizes the need for technical maneuvering or navigating complex intersections.

95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 47.7 mi on Will Rogers Turnpike.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Will Rogers Turnpike and US 59. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near South Cherokee Avenue.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 59.1 miles you will encounter 11 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 0.1 miles (South Cherokee Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.2 miles (OK 20 / West Patti Page Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 49.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Claremore, OK and Copeland, OK, road signs point toward Grove, Afton and Cash Only.

Grove

49.9 mi in | ~52m

Afton

49.9 mi in | ~52m

Cash Only

50.1 mi in | ~53m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 6m. Total distance: 59.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 47.7 miles on Will Rogers Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $2.38 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.

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 Copeland, 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 0.1 miles (South Cherokee Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.2 miles (OK 20 / West Patti Page Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 49.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Copeland, 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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