Origin
Duncan, OK
Night in Duncan on Saturday
Local time
9:48 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Duncan, OK to Muskogee, OK
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 54m
Distance
212.7 mi
342 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$33
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 41m
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6 AM
3h 54m
8 AM
4h 20m
10 AM
4h 3m
12 PM
4h 1m
3 PM
4h 4m
5 PM
4h 19m
8 PM
3h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Duncan, OK
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Muskogee, OK
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Trip Overview
This approximately 213-mile drive from Duncan, OK, to Muskogee, OK, will take you about 3 hours and 54 minutes. It's a manageable distance, perfect for completing in a single day, with a projected fuel cost of around $33. The journey primarily utilizes the Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway, US 81, and the Harry E. Bailey Turnpike, offering a mixed driving experience. You'll traverse the Great Plains region throughout this trip, so expect a consistent landscape. Consider this route if you're looking for an efficient way to travel between these two Oklahoma cities without needing an overnight stop.
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
106.4 miles from Duncan, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 1m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway | 98.6 mi | 1h 40m |
| US 81 | 36.9 mi | 48m |
| Harry E. Bailey Turnpike | 26.5 mi | 24m |
| US 69 | 20.9 mi | 22m |
| Southeast Expressway | 13 mi | 14m |
| Will Rogers Expressway | 7.7 mi | 8m |
| Southwest Expressway | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| US 64 Business | 1.7 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway
— 98.6 mi, about 1h 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Duncan, OK and Muskogee, OK.
1
Start on North 9th Street
154 ft
·
10 sec
·
North 9th Street
2
Turn right onto OK 7A
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
3
Turn right onto US 81
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
US 81
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Continue on US 81
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
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US 81
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Continue on US 81
0.6 mi
·
55 sec
·
US 81
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Continue on US 81
21 mi
·
28 min
·
US 81
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on US 81
13 mi
·
16 min
·
US 81
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
Toward I 44 East: Oklahoma City
Use the right lane.
9
Merge onto I 44
26 mi
·
24 min
·
Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on I 44; US 62
7.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Will Rogers Expressway
Use the straight / sharp right lanes.
11
Take the exit onto US 62
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
US 62
Exit 115
Toward I 240 East, US 62 East, OK 3 East: Fort Smith
Use the slight right lane.
12
Merge onto I 240; US 62; OK 3
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Southwest Expressway
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on I 240; US 62; OK 3
13 mi
·
14 min
·
Southeast Expressway
Use the straight lane.
14
Continue on I 40; US 270; OK 3
75 mi
·
1 hr 17 min
·
Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
15
Continue on I 40
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Tim Vandiver Memorial Highway
Toward I 40 East: Fort Smith
Use the straight lane.
16
Continue on I 40
23 mi
·
23 min
·
Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 264B
Toward US 69 North: Muskogee
Use the sharp right lane.
18
Merge onto US 69
21 mi
·
22 min
·
US 69
Use the straight lane.
19
Turn right onto West Hancock Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West Hancock Road
20
Turn left onto US 64 Business
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
US 64 Business
21
Turn left onto US 62 Business; US 64 Business
74 ft
·
2 sec
·
West Okmulgee Avenue
22
Arrive at destination
US 62 Business; US 64 Business
Trip Plan
With a duration of under 4 hours, this trip offers flexibility; you can depart at your leisure. Plan for one main stop, perhaps around the halfway point, to stretch your legs and refuel. The longest uninterrupted stretch is nearly 100 miles, so be sure to take advantage of opportunities before that point. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before embarking on the 98.6-mile segment on the Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway, as services can be spaced out. The total fuel cost is estimated at $33, so budget accordingly.
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 106.4 miles from Duncan, OK, or about 2h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 98.6 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 47 miles or 59m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 106.4 miles or 2h 1m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Muskogee, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Duncan, 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 Duncan, OK
This is one driving day of about 212.7 miles and 3h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 47 miles from Duncan, 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 Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway for about 98.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
106 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 47 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 106.4 miles from Duncan, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 98.6 miles.
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 115 decision points cluster between mile 0.6 and 188.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.6 mi into trip
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~1m in
|
US 81
Turn right onto US 81
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
37.5 mi into trip
|
~49m in
Take the exit toward I 44 East: Oklahoma City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 44 East: Oklahoma City
5
37.9 mi into trip
|
~50m in
|
I 44 / Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
Merge onto I 44 / Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
72.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m in
|
US 62
Take the exit onto US 62 toward I 240 East, US 62 East, OK 3 East: Fort Smith
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 115
Toward I 240 East, US 62 East, OK 3 East: Fort...
7
188.8 mi into trip
|
~3h 25m in
Take the exit toward US 69 North: Muskogee
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the sharp right lane.
Exit 264B
Toward US 69 North: Muskogee
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$33.25 one way
$66.51 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
74 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $36.51 | $73.02 |
| premium | $4.89 | $40.93 | $81.86 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $46.96 | $93.92 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.85
Harry E. Bailey Turnpike
(26.5 mi)
$1.85
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
$33
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 74.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 63.8 | 0 | $22.33 | $10.21 |
| Efficient EV | 53.2 | 0 | $18.61 | $8.51 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 85.1 | 1 | $29.78 | $13.61 |
Gas CO2
74 kg
EV CO2
25 kg (66% 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.
Destination
Muskogee, OK
Night in Muskogee on Saturday
Local time
9:48 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°F
Shawnee, OK
106 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
16 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 54m 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.
Oklahoma City National Memorial
National Memorial
The outdoor symbolic memorial is a place of quiet reflection, honoring victims, survivors, rescuers, and all who were changed forever on April 19, 1995. It encompasses the now sacred soil where the Al...
6 mi from route
~15 min detour
$18
near mile 73.5
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
You'll encounter a mixed drive on this route, with 52% of the journey on highways. The longest continuous stretch you'll experience is 98.6 miles along the Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway, providing a good opportunity to settle in. While much of the drive involves efficient travel on main roads, the 'mixed' profile suggests you might also navigate some varied road conditions or types as you progress toward Muskogee. This isn't a monotonous interstate crawl, but rather a blend of highway cruising and potentially some more local road segments.
52% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 98.6 mi on Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near US 81.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 212.7 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 0.6 miles (US 81): Lane positioning matters here; at 37.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 37.9 miles (I 44 / Harry E. Bailey Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting in Duncan, OK
Full guide →Duncan is in the Great Plains Country region of southwest Oklahoma, known as the "Crepe Myrtle Capital of Oklahoma" and as the place of origin of the petrochemical giant Halliburton. This article also covers the nearby town of Marlow.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 54m. Total distance: 212.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 98.6 miles on Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.85 in tolls one way, starting with Harry E. Bailey 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 Muskogee, 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 0.6 miles (US 81): Lane positioning matters here; at 37.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 37.9 miles (I 44 / Harry E. Bailey Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Oklahoma City National Memorial. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.8 hours — manageable with a long break at Muskogee, OK, but most travelers stay overnight.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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