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Trip from Goodwell, OK to Broken Arrow, OK

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

6h 47m

Distance

351.3 mi

565 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$55

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 35 min
4 AM
6h 36m ★
6 AM
6h 47m
8 AM
7h 11m
10 AM
6h 56m
12 PM
6h 53m
3 PM
6h 57m
5 PM
7h 10m
8 PM
6h 40m

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

Downtown Goodwell, OK, OK

Goodwell, OK

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city in Oklahoma, United States of America

Broken Arrow, OK

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Trip Overview

This 351.3-mile drive from Goodwell, OK to Broken Arrow, OK will take approximately 6 hours and 47 minutes. Primarily utilizing Governor George Nigh's Northwest Passage and the Cimarron Turnpike, about 29% of this journey is on highways. With a fuel cost estimated at $53, this route is manageable as a single-day trip, though you might consider breaking it up if you prefer a more relaxed pace. The drive generally stays within the Great Plains region, offering a consistent landscape. It's a practical option for getting between these two Oklahoma points, with one recommended stop.

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

175.6 miles from Goodwell, OK

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 30m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Governor George Nigh's Northwest Passage 88.8 mi 1h 43m
Southeast 6th Street 64.7 mi 1h 13m
Cimarron Turnpike 59 mi 56m
Trooper Chris Van Krevelen Memorial Highway 30.1 mi 32m
Sand Springs Expressway 14.4 mi 16m
Oklahoma Avenue 12.5 mi 17m
Road AA 12.3 mi 14m
West Owen K. Garriott Road 12.1 mi 18m
Longest stretch: Governor George Nigh's Northwest Passage — 88.8 mi, about 1h 43m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Goodwell, OK and Broken Arrow, OK.

1

Start on Eagle Boulevard

0.5 mi · 1 min · Eagle Boulevard
2

Continue on Park Boulevard

0.3 mi · 46 sec · Park Boulevard
3

Turn left onto US 54

0.3 mi · 32 sec · 3rd Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
4

Continue on US 54

9.4 mi · 11 min · Jack Vernon Begley Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
5

Continue on US 54; US 412; OK 3; OK 136

0.4 mi · 55 sec · Southeast 2nd Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
6

Turn right onto US 412; OK 3; OK 136

1.0 mi · 1 min · South East Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
7

Continue on US 412; OK 3

10 mi · 11 min · Road W
8

Continue on US 412; OK 3

6.3 mi · 7 min · Governor George Nigh's Northwest Passage
9

Continue on US 412; OK 3

0.4 mi · 1 min · Peery Street
10

Continue on US 412; OK 3

0.7 mi · 1 min · Governor George Nigh's Northwest Passage
11

Continue on US 412; OK 3

12 mi · 14 min · Road AA
Use the straight / right lanes.
12

Continue on US 412; OK 3

82 mi · 1 hr 35 min · Governor George Nigh's Northwest Passage
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
13

Continue on US 183; US 270; US 412; OK 3

0.3 mi · 21 sec · US 183; US 270; US 412; OK 3
Use the straight / right lanes.
14

Continue on US 183; US 270; US 412; OK 3

3.4 mi · 3 min · US 183; US 270; US 412; OK 3
Use the straight / right lanes.
15

Continue on US 183; US 270; US 412; OK 3

1.5 mi · 1 min · US 183; US 270; US 412; OK 3
Use the straight / right lanes.
16

Continue on US 183; US 270; US 412; OK 3

3.7 mi · 4 min · US 183; US 270; US 412; OK 3
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
17

Turn left onto US 183; US 270; US 412; OK 3

13 mi · 17 min · Oklahoma Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
18

Continue on US 412

65 mi · 1 hr 13 min · Southeast 6th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
19

Continue on US 60; US 412; CR E0430

0.3 mi · 40 sec · Lahoma Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
20

Continue on US 60; US 412; CR E0430

6.0 mi · 6 min · Trooper Chris Van Krevelen Memorial Highway
21

Continue on US 60; US 412; CR E0430

12 mi · 18 min · West Owen K. Garriott Road
Use the straight lane.
22

Continue on US 64; US 412; CR E0425

24 mi · 25 min · Trooper Chris Van Krevelen Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
23

Continue on US 412

15 mi · 14 min · Cimarron Turnpike
Toward US 412 East: Tulsa Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 7 sec
Exit 15 Toward US 177: Stillwater, Ponca City Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 12 sec
Exit 15 Use the straight / right lanes.
26

Merge onto US 412

44 mi · 41 min · Cimarron Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
27

Continue on US 412

5.0 mi · 5 min · Keystone Expressway
Use the straight lane.
28

Continue on US 64; US 412

1.2 mi · 1 min · Jerald Warden Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
29

Continue on US 64; US 412

3.6 mi · 3 min · Keystone Expressway
Use the straight lane.
30

Continue on US 64; US 412

14 mi · 16 min · Sand Springs Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
31

Take the exit onto US 64; OK 51

0.2 mi · 26 sec · US 64; OK 51
Toward I 244 West, US 64 East, OK 51 East, US 75 South: Broken Arrow, Okmulgee, Oklahoma City Use the right lane.
32

Merge onto I 244; US 64; OK 51

0.6 mi · 49 sec · Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway
33

Take the exit onto US 64; OK 51

0.3 mi · 35 sec · Inner Dispersal Loop
Exit 4B Toward US 75 North, US 64 East, OK 51 East: Broken Arrow Use the left lane.
34

Continue on US 64; US 75; OK 51

1.0 mi · 1 min · Broken Arrow Expressway
Toward US 75 North, US 64 East, OK 51 East: Broken Arrow, Bartlesville Use the straight / slight right lanes.
35

Keep slight right at fork onto US 64; OK 51

11 mi · 13 min · Broken Arrow Expressway
Toward US 64 East, OK 51 East: Broken Arrow Use the straight lane.
36

Continue on OK 51

379 ft · 5 sec · Representative David Brumbaugh Memorial Bridge
37

Continue on OK 51

0.8 mi · 57 sec · Disabled American Veterans Highway
38

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 34 sec
Toward Elm Place Use the slight right lane.
39

Keep slight right at fork

178 ft · 6 sec
Toward Rose District
40

Turn straight onto North Elm Place

1.2 mi · 2 min · North Elm Place
Use the straight / right lanes.
41

Turn left onto West College Street North

0.4 mi · 1 min · West College Street North
42

Turn right onto North Main Street

305 ft · 10 sec · North Main Street
43

Arrive at destination

North Main Street

Trip Plan

Given the 6-hour, 47-minute duration, starting your journey from Goodwell early in the morning is advisable to reach Broken Arrow comfortably within daylight. Plan for your single recommended stop to break up the drive, especially considering the "turn-heavy local drive" profile. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, with an estimated cost of $53 for the 351.3 miles. A practical tip for this route is to ensure your navigation is up-to-date, as the frequent turns on local roads can be intricate.

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 175.6 miles from Goodwell, OK, or about 3h 30m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 88.8 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 77 miles or 1h 33m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 175.6 miles or 3h 30m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 5h 39m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Goodwell, OK so your first major turns are already loaded.

+

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 Goodwell, OK

This is one driving day of about 351.3 miles and 6h 47m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 77 miles from Goodwell, 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 Governor George Nigh's Northwest Passage for about 88.8 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Enid, OK, OK

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Enid, OK

176 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

Shattuck, OK

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 77 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Enid, OK

Meal break

The midpoint is around 175.6 miles from Goodwell, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Governor George Nigh's Northwest Passage if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 88.8 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 17

5 decision points cluster between mile 266.9 and 337.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

8
266.9 mi into trip | ~5h 16m in

Take the exit toward US 177: Stillwater, Ponca City

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 15 Toward US 177: Stillwater, Ponca City
8
267 mi into trip | ~5h 16m in

Keep slight left at fork

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes. Exit 15
7
335.5 mi into trip | ~6h 25m in | US 64; OK 51

Take the exit onto US 64; OK 51 toward I 244 West, US 64 East, OK 51 East, US 75 South: Broken Arrow, Okmulgee, Oklahoma City

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

Use the right lane. Toward I 244 West, US 64 East, OK 51 East, US 7...
8
336.4 mi into trip | ~6h 26m in | US 64; OK 51 / Inner Dispersal Loop

Take the exit onto US 64; OK 51 / Inner Dispersal Loop toward US 75 North, US 64 East, OK 51 East: Broken Arrow

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

Use the left lane. Exit 4B Toward US 75 North, US 64 East, OK 51 East: Bro...
8
337.6 mi into trip | ~6h 28m in | US 64; OK 51 / Broken Arrow Expressway

Keep slight right at fork onto US 64; OK 51 / Broken Arrow Expressway toward US 64 East, OK 51 East: Broken Arrow

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

Use the straight lane. Toward US 64 East, OK 51 East: Broken Arrow

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$54.92 one way

$109.84 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 123 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $60.30 $120.60
premium $4.89 $67.60 $135.21
diesel $5.61 $77.56 $155.13

Estimated Tolls: $2.94

Cimarron Turnpike (59 mi) $2.94

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

$55

Tolls

$3

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$83–$108

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 122.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $37 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 105.4 1 $36.89 $16.86
Efficient EV 87.8 1 $30.74 $14.05
EV Truck/SUV 140.5 1 $49.18 $22.48

Gas CO2

123 kg

EV CO2

41 kg (67% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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

Goodwell, OK

Evening in Goodwell on Saturday

Local time

8:09 PM

CDT

Current temp

49°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Broken Arrow, OK

Evening in Broken Arrow on Saturday

Local time

8:09 PM

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 warmer at arrival

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

Road read

6h 47m on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a "turn-heavy local drive" for much of this 351.3-mile trip. While 29% of the route is on highways, the majority involves navigating local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 88.8 miles along Governor George Nigh's Northwest Passage, offering a chance to settle in before more varied road conditions. The overall feel is less about high-speed cruising and more about engaging with the local road network as you travel.

Only 29% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
43 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 88.8 mi on Governor George Nigh's Northwest Passage.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 266.9 miles in.

Driving Effort 9/10

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 17 significant decision points across 351.3 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 266.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 267 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 335.5 miles (US 64; OK 51): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Elevation Profile

Gently rolling terrain

3,303 ft 756 ft

Total Climb

4 ft

Total Descent

2,551 ft

Highest Point

3,303 ft

Elevation Range

2,547 ft

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

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

On the drive from Goodwell, OK to Broken Arrow, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Ponca City along the way.

Ponca City

266.9 mi in | ~5h 16m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 47m. Total distance: 351.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

6h 47m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 88.8 miles on Governor George Nigh's Northwest Passage. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $2.94 in tolls one way, starting with Cimarron 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 Broken Arrow, 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 266.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 267 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 335.5 miles (US 64; OK 51): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Not recommended in a single day. At 6.8 hours each way, a round trip means 13.6 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Broken Arrow, OK before the return drive.

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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