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Trip from Durant, OK to Jenks, 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 3m

Distance

155.4 mi

250 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$24

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 34 min
4 AM
2h 52m ★
6 AM
3h 4m
8 AM
3h 26m
10 AM
3h 12m
12 PM
3h 9m
3 PM
3h 13m
5 PM
3h 25m
8 PM
2h 57m

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

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Downtown Durant, OK, OK

Durant, OK

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Downtown Jenks, OK, OK

Jenks, OK

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Trip Overview

If you are planning a trip from Durant to Jenks, expect a straightforward journey covering 155.4 miles of Oklahoma terrain. The drive typically takes about 3 hours and 3 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. You will spend roughly 77% of your time on highways, primarily utilizing US 69, the Indian Nation Turnpike, and the Trooper William McClendon Memorial Highway. With an estimated fuel cost of $24, this route remains an affordable option for those moving between these two Great Plains locations. Because the duration is quite manageable, you can easily complete the trip without needing an overnight stay, giving you plenty of flexibility to explore your destination upon arrival.

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

77.7 miles from Durant, OK

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 31m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 69 64.4 mi 1h 13m
Indian Nation Turnpike 41.5 mi 39m
Trooper William McClendon Memorial Highway 13.8 mi 16m
Colonel John L. Hillman Parkway 10.7 mi 12m
Okmulgee Beeline 9.3 mi 11m
South Wood Drive 5.1 mi 9m
North 1st Avenue 2.7 mi 4m
South Jefferson Street 2.3 mi 3m
Longest stretch: US 69 — 64.4 mi, about 1h 13m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Durant, OK and Jenks, OK.

1

Start on Northeast 2nd Avenue

0.2 mi · 58 sec · Northeast 2nd Avenue
2

Turn left onto Magnolia Street

0.3 mi · 41 sec · Magnolia Street
3

Turn right onto OK 78

2.7 mi · 4 min · North 1st Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
4

Take the ramp onto US 69 Business; US 75 Business

0.2 mi · 19 sec · US 69 Business; US 75 Business
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5

Merge onto US 69; US 75

16 mi · 17 min · US 69; US 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Continue on US 69; US 75

5.9 mi · 6 min · US 69; US 75
Toward US 69 North, US 75 North: Atoka Use the straight / left / right lanes.
7

Continue on US 69; US 75

2.3 mi · 3 min · South Jefferson Street
Toward US 69 North, US 75 North: Atoka Use the straight / right lanes.
8

Continue on US 69; US 75

36 mi · 41 min · US 69; US 75
Use the straight / right lanes.
9

Continue on US 69

6.6 mi · 8 min · US 69
Use the straight / right lanes.
10

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 31 sec
Toward OK 375 North Use the sharp right lane.
11

Merge onto OK 375

42 mi · 39 min · Indian Nation Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Continue on I 40 Business; US 62; US 75

1.4 mi · 2 min · I 40 Business; US 62; US 75
Toward US 62 East, US 75 North, I 40 Business West: Henryetta, Okmulgee Use the left / straight lanes.
13

Continue on US 62; US 75

10 mi · 12 min · Colonel John L. Hillman Parkway
Toward US 62 East, US 75 North: Okmulgee, Tulsa Use the straight lane.
14

Continue on US 62; US 75

5.1 mi · 9 min · South Wood Drive
Toward US 62 East, US 75 North: Okmulgee, Tulsa Use the straight / right lanes.
15

Continue on US 75

0.5 mi · 35 sec · Colonel John L. Hillman Parkway
Toward US 75 North: Tulsa Use the straight / right lanes.
16

Continue on US 75

14 mi · 16 min · Trooper William McClendon Memorial Highway
Toward US 75 North: Tulsa Use the straight / sharp right lanes.
17

Continue on US 75

9.3 mi · 11 min · Okmulgee Beeline
Toward US 75 North: Tulsa Use the straight / right lanes.
18

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 49 sec
Toward OK 364 Toll East: Creek Turnpike Use the slight right lane.
19

Merge onto OK 364

1.6 mi · 1 min · Creek Turnpike
20

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 38 sec
Toward Peoria Avenue, Elm Street, Jenks Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21

Turn left onto South Elm Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · South Elm Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
22

Turn right onto West Main Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · West Main Street
Use the right lane.
23

Turn left onto North 2nd Street

107 ft · 4 sec · North 2nd Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
24

Arrive at destination

North 2nd Street

Trip Plan

To make the most of your 3-hour journey, try to time your departure to avoid peak traffic periods if possible. Since the route includes only one recommended stop, you should plan your break strategically to maximize your comfort during the long 64.4-mile stretch on US 69. Budgeting $24 for fuel should cover your needs, but keep an eye on your gauge before entering the turnpike sections where services might be spaced further apart. Given that the entire trip is easily completed in one day, you have the advantage of being able to leave early and arrive in Jenks with time to spare. Always double-check your route for any active construction on the Indian Nation Turnpike before you pull out of the driveway.

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 77.7 miles from Durant, OK, or about 1h 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 64.4 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 34 miles or 41m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 77.7 miles or 1h 31m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 26m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jenks, OK than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Durant, 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 Durant, OK

This is one driving day of about 155.4 miles and 3h 3m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 miles from Durant, 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 US 69 for about 64.4 miles.

Where to Stop

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

city in Oklahoma, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

McAlester, OK

78 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

Atoka, OK

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

McAlester, OK

Meal break

The midpoint is around 77.7 miles from Durant, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 69 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 64.4 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Oklahoma Aquarium

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour Moderately mile 155.4

Jenks, Oklahoma

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

+19182963474

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 20

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.5 and 154.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
0.5 mi into trip | ~1m in | OK 78 / North 1st Avenue

Turn right onto OK 78 / North 1st Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.
6
70.1 mi into trip | ~1h 23m in

Take the exit toward OK 375 North

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the sharp right lane. Toward OK 375 North
6
152.2 mi into trip | ~2h 57m in

Take the exit toward OK 364 Toll East: Creek Turnpike

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward OK 364 Toll East: Creek Turnpike
7
154.2 mi into trip | ~3h in

Take the exit toward Peoria Avenue, Elm Street, Jenks

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. Toward Peoria Avenue, Elm Street, Jenks
6
154.9 mi into trip | ~3h 2m in | West Main Street

Turn right onto West Main Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$24.30 one way

$48.59 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 54 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $26.67 $53.35
premium $4.89 $29.91 $59.81
diesel $5.61 $34.31 $68.62

Estimated Tolls: $3.02

Indian Nation Turnpike (41.5 mi) $2.91
Creek Turnpike (1.6 mi) $0.11

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

$24

Tolls

$3

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$52–$77

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 54.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 46.6 0 $16.32 $7.46
Efficient EV 38.9 0 $13.60 $6.22
EV Truck/SUV 62.2 0 $21.76 $9.95

Gas CO2

54 kg

EV CO2

18 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 17, 2026

Origin

Durant, OK

Late night in Durant on Sunday

Local time

1:02 AM

CDT

Current temp

65°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Jenks, OK

Late night in Jenks on Sunday

Local time

1:02 AM

CDT

Current temp

57°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

8 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

3h 3m 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?

This trip is characterized by its heavy reliance on high-speed transit, with highway travel accounting for the vast majority of your time behind the wheel. You will navigate a mix of thoroughfares, including the Indian Nation Turnpike, which helps maintain a steady pace throughout the 155.4-mile stretch. Be prepared for a significant period of consistent driving, as your longest uninterrupted segment covers 64.4 miles along US 69. The road maintains a practical, highway-focused profile that prioritizes efficiency over technical winding turns. It is a no-nonsense route that allows you to cover the distance between the two cities reliably and predictably.

77% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 64.4 mi on US 69.

How Hard Is This Drive?

6/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 69 and Indian Nation Turnpike. You will hit about 20 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near OK 78 / North 1st Avenue.

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 155.4 miles you will encounter 20 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 0.5 miles (OK 78 / North 1st Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 70.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 152.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

952 ft 562 ft

Total Climb

713 ft

Total Descent

739 ft

Highest Point

952 ft

~133.2 mi in

Elevation Range

391 ft

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

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

Between Durant, OK and Jenks, OK, road signs point toward Okmulgee and Tulsa.

Okmulgee

111.9 mi in | ~2h 4m | via I 40 Business; US 62; US 75

Tulsa

113.3 mi in | ~2h 6m | via US 62; US 75

About the Cities

Arriving in Jenks, OK

Full guide →

Jenks is in the Green Country region of Oklahoma. Jenks' landscape is very similar to Tulsa's (it is right next to it) which is green with lots of trees and hills. It is right next to the Arkansas River, Riverparks, and it is near to many of the attractions in Tulsa. Its people are very friendly too, they have that famous Southern charm.

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 3m. Total distance: 155.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (77%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 64.4 miles on US 69. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $3.02 in tolls one way, starting with Indian Nation 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 Jenks, 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 0.5 miles (OK 78 / North 1st Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 70.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 152.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Possible but tiring. At 3.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.1 hours — manageable with a long break at Jenks, 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 USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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