Connecting Copeland to Lone Grove covers 265.6 miles of Oklahoma landscape, typically requiring about 4 hours and 59 minutes of travel time. Because this journey stays within the Great Plains region, you can expect a consistent environmental feel throughout the trip. Plan for a modest fuel budget of approximately $40 to complete the trek. While you could technically push through in a single day, the five-hour duration makes it a substantial commitment that occupies the better part of your afternoon or morning. This trip is best approached as a focused day-trip mission rather than a leisurely multi-day excursion, as it serves as a direct link between the two points.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
132.8 miles from Copeland, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 21m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Will Rogers Turnpike
60.2 mi
1h
Veterans Memorial Highway
59 mi
1h 7m
Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike
42.3 mi
41m
World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
19.3 mi
19m
Chickasaw Turnpike
17.3 mi
19m
Skelly Bypass
15 mi
18m
Latta Road
9.1 mi
11m
US 59
8.6 mi
11m
Longest stretch:
Will Rogers Turnpike
— 60.2 mi, about 1h
Traffic on I-35
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 8 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
2 PM
~1,082 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,803
Quietest
2 AM
~165 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
6.6×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Copeland, OK and Lone Grove, OK.
1
Start on East 250 Road
303 ft·13 sec·East 250 Road
2
Turn sharp left onto US 59
8.4 mi·11 min·US 59
Use the straight / left lanes.
3
Continue on US 59; US 69; US Historic 66
0.2 mi·19 sec·US 59; US 69; US Historic 66
Toward US 59 North, US 69 North: MiamiUse the straight lane.
4
Turn slight right
0.2 mi·44 sec
Toward I 44: Tulsa, JoplinUse the sharp right lane.
5
Turn straight onto US 60
512 ft·8 sec·US 60
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·42 sec
Toward I 44: Tulsa, JoplinUse the straight / sharp right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward PIKEPASS OnlyUse the slight right lane.
8
Merge onto I 44
60 mi·1 hr·Will Rogers Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 44
5.1 mi·6 min·I 44
Exit 34Toward I 44 West, US 412 West, OK 66 West: TulsaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 44; OK 66
14 mi·17 min·Skelly Bypass
Toward I 44 West, OK 66 West: Sapulpa, Oklahoma CityUse the slight left lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 44; OK 66
1.1 mi·1 min·Skelly Bypass
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on I 44
42 mi·41 min·Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike
Toward I 44 West: Oklahoma CityUse the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 179Toward US 377, OK 99: Stroud, DrumrightUse the right lane.
14
Turn right onto OK 99; US 377
1.1 mi·1 min·North 8th Avenue
Use the right lane.
15
Keep slight right at fork onto OK 99; US 377
3.3 mi·3 min·South 8th Avenue
Use the straight lane.
16
Continue on OK 99; US 377
13 mi·14 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Continue on OK 99; US 377
3.3 mi·3 min·North Jim Thorpe Boulevard
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
18
Continue on OK 99; US 377
14 mi·16 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
19
Continue on OK 99; US 377
2.9 mi·3 min·North Milt Phillips Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
20
Continue on US 377; OK 3E; OK 99
19 mi·22 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
21
Take the exit onto US 377; OK 3E; OK 99
13 mi·14 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
22
Take the exit onto OK 1
0.3 mi·28 sec·OK 1
Toward OK 1 West: Latta, Roff, SulphurUse the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Continue on OK 1
9.1 mi·11 min·Latta Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
24
Continue on OK 1
0.4 mi·28 sec·OK 1
Use the straight / right lanes.
25
Take the exit
0.2 mi·21 sec
Use the slight right lane.
26
Merge onto OK 301
10 mi·11 min·Chickasaw Turnpike
27
Keep slight right at fork onto OK 301
7.0 mi·8 min·Chickasaw Turnpike
28
Turn right onto OK 7
6.6 mi·9 min·OK 7
Use the straight / right lanes.
29
Turn left onto US 77
1.1 mi·1 min·South D Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
30
Continue on US 77
1.0 mi·1 min·US 77
Use the straight / right lanes.
31
Continue on US 77
1.6 mi·2 min·US 77
Use the straight / right lanes.
32
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·34 sec
Use the right lane.
33
Merge onto I 35
19 mi·19 min·World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
34
Take the exit
0.4 mi·46 sec
Exit 31BToward US 70 West: Waurika, Lone GroveUse the straight / slight right lanes.
35
Merge onto US 70
4.2 mi·5 min·West Broadway Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
36
Continue on US 70
0.5 mi·52 sec·US 70
Use the left / straight lanes.
37
Continue on US 70
0.4 mi·59 sec·US 70
Use the straight / right lanes.
38
Turn right onto Blackberry Street
0.2 mi·44 sec·Blackberry Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
39
Turn left onto Ash Street
36 ft·1 sec·Ash Street
40
Arrive at destination
Ash Street
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 4 hour and 59 minute travel time, aim to depart early in the day to avoid fatigue. You should plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch and reset, which helps manage the demands of this turn-heavy route. Since a portion of the drive utilizes PIKEPASS-only roads, ensure your toll account is active and funded before you pull out of your driveway to avoid unnecessary complications. Budgeting $40 for fuel is a solid baseline, but carrying a bit of extra cash or a backup card is always wise for local travel. Because the route is quite direct, your greatest advantage is the flexibility to adjust your pace based on traffic conditions rather than strict sightseeing schedules.
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 132.8 miles from Copeland, OK, or about 2h 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 60.2 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 58 miles or 1h 3m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 132.8 miles or 2h 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 1m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lone Grove, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Copeland, 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 Copeland, OK
This is one driving day of about 265.6 miles and 4h 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 58 miles from Copeland, 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 Will Rogers Turnpike for about 60.2 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 26
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 259.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|US 59
Turn sharp left onto US 59
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
9
70.2 mi into trip|~1h 15m in|I 44
Keep slight right at fork onto I 44 toward I 44 West, US 412 West, OK 66 West: Tulsa
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 34
Toward I 44 West, US 412 West, OK 66 West: Tuls...
8
75.3 mi into trip|~1h 21m in|I 44; OK 66 / Skelly Bypass
Keep slight left at fork onto I 44; OK 66 / Skelly Bypass toward I 44 West, OK 66 West: Sapulpa, Oklahoma City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 44 West, OK 66 West: Sapulpa, Oklahoma...
8
132.6 mi into trip|~2h 21m 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
8
259.8 mi into trip|~4h 49m in
Take the exit toward US 70 West: Waurika, Lone Grove
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 31B
Toward US 70 West: Waurika, Lone Grove
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$44.16 one way
$88.32 round trip
$4.22/gal25.4 MPG avg93 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.60
$48.10
$96.20
premium
$5.18
$54.20
$108.39
diesel
$5.35
$55.94
$111.89
Estimated Tolls: $6.34
Will Rogers Turnpike
(60.2 mi)$3.01
Turner Turnpike
(42.3 mi)$2.12
Chickasaw Turnpike
(17.3 mi)$1.21
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
$44
Tolls
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$76–$101
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 92.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
79.7
0
$27.89
$12.75
Efficient EV
66.4
0
$23.24
$10.62
EV Truck/SUV
106.2
1
$37.18
$17.00
Gas CO2
93 kg
EV CO2
31 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 Jun 1, 2026
Origin
Copeland, OK
Afternoon
in Copeland on Wednesday
Local time
2:09 PM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
S 5 mph18% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Lone Grove, OK
Afternoon
in Lone Grove on Wednesday
Local time
2:09 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Partly Cloudy
S 6 mph1% chanceLive forecast
88°F
Shawnee, OK
133 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
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
4h 59m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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.
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route relies on a mix of US 59 North and I-44 to navigate the terrain. You will encounter a variety of road conditions as you transition between local paths and larger thoroughfares. Since the highway share is 0 percent, you should be prepared for frequent adjustments and a more hands-on driving experience than you would find on a standard freeway corridor. The path requires constant engagement, so keep your hands on the wheel and stay alert for the winding nature of the local sections.
54% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
40 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 60.2 mi on Will Rogers 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 0.1 miles in near US 59.
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 26 significant decision points across 265.6 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 0.1 miles (US 59): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 70.2 miles (I 44): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 75.3 miles (I 44; OK 66 / Skelly Bypass): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,216 ft616 ft
Total Climb
799 ft
Total Descent
641 ft
Highest Point
1,216 ft
~208.7 mi in
Elevation Range
600 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Copeland, OK and Lone Grove, OK, road signs point toward Oklahoma City, Drumright, Roff and Sulphur.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 59m. Total distance: 265.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 60.2 miles on Will Rogers Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $6.34 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 — we found about 11 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Lone Grove, 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. There are 11 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 59): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 70.2 miles (I 44): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 75.3 miles (I 44; OK 66 / Skelly Bypass): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Chickasaw National Recreation Area. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 5.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 10.0 hours — manageable with a long break at Lone Grove, OK, but most travelers stay overnight.
