Traveling from Jenks to Durant covers 155.7 miles and typically takes about 3 hours and 4 minutes. This journey stays within the Great Plains region, making it a straightforward trek across Oklahoma. With a budget of approximately $24 for fuel, the trip is perfectly suited as a one-day excursion. You will primarily utilize US 69, US 62, and the Trooper William McClendon Memorial Highway to reach your destination. Because the travel time is manageable, you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay unless you prefer a slower pace. It is a practical, efficient route that connects these two areas without unnecessary complications.
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
77.9 miles from Jenks, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 33m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 69
56.7 mi
1h 5m
US 62
41.5 mi
40m
Trooper William McClendon Memorial Highway
13.8 mi
16m
Colonel John L. Hillman Parkway
10.7 mi
12m
South Big Bend Road
9.8 mi
10m
Okmulgee Beeline
9.3 mi
12m
North Wood Drive
5.1 mi
9m
OK 78
2.9 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
US 69
— 56.7 mi, about 1h 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jenks, OK and Durant, OK.
1
Start on North 2nd Street
107 ft·8 sec·North 2nd Street
2
Turn right onto East Main Street
0.4 mi·1 min·East Main Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
3
Turn left onto South Elm Street
0.4 mi·59 sec·South Elm Street
Use the left lane.
4
Turn right onto West 101st Street South
509 ft·19 sec·West 101st Street South
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·31 sec
Use the left lane.
6
Merge onto OK 364
1.5 mi·1 min·Creek Turnpike
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi·27 sec
Toward US 75: Tulsa, GlenpoolUse the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward US 75 South: Glenpool, OkmulgeeUse the left lane.
9
Merge onto US 75
9.3 mi·12 min·Okmulgee Beeline
Toward US 75 South: OkmulgeeUse the straight lane.
10
Continue on US 75
14 mi·16 min·Trooper William McClendon Memorial Highway
Toward US 75 South: OkmulgeeUse the straight / right lanes.
11
Continue on US 75
0.5 mi·35 sec·Colonel John L. Hillman Parkway
Toward US 75 South: OkmulgeeUse the straight / sharp right lanes.
12
Continue on US 75
5.1 mi·9 min·North Wood Drive
Toward US 75 South: OkmulgeeUse the straight lane.
13
Continue on US 62; US 75
10 mi·12 min·Colonel John L. Hillman Parkway
Toward US 62 West, US 75 South: HenryettaUse the straight / uturn / right lanes.
14
Continue on US 62; US 75
1.3 mi·2 min·W. R. "Dick" Stubbs Memorial Highway
Toward US 62 West, US 75 South: HenryettaUse the straight lane.
15
Continue on US 62; US 75
42 mi·40 min·US 62; US 75
Toward US 62 West, US 75 South: HenryettaUse the straight / right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi·40 sec
Exit 63BToward US 69 South: Atoka, DallasUse the slight right lane.
17
Merge onto US 69
45 mi·52 min·US 69
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Continue on US 69; US 75
9.8 mi·10 min·South Big Bend Road
Toward US 69 South, US 75 South: DurantUse the straight lane.
19
Continue on US 69; US 75
12 mi·12 min·US 69; US 75
Toward US 69 South, US 75 South: DurantUse the straight lane.
20
Take the exit onto US 69 Business; US 75 Business
0.2 mi·25 sec·US 69 Business; US 75 Business
Use the sharp right lane.
21
Turn right onto OK 78
2.9 mi·5 min·OK 78
Use the right lane.
22
Turn left onto Magnolia Street
0.3 mi·41 sec·Magnolia Street
Use the left lane.
23
Turn right onto Northeast 2nd Avenue
0.2 mi·49 sec·Northeast 2nd Avenue
24
Arrive at destination
Northeast 2nd Avenue
Trip Plan
Since the drive is just over three hours, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time to avoid heavy traffic. Planning for one scheduled stop is a smart way to break up the 155.7-mile distance and stay refreshed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge during the longest 56.7-mile stretch on US 69 to ensure you are comfortable between service options. Because this is a single-day trip, try to leave early enough to enjoy your destination without feeling rushed. Making this quick stop midway will help you stay alert and ensure a more comfortable arrival in Durant.
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 77.9 miles from Jenks, OK, or about 1h 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 56.7 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 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 77.9 miles or 1h 33m 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 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Durant, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Jenks, 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 Jenks, OK
This is one driving day of about 155.7 miles and 3h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 miles from Jenks, 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 56.7 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 22
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 85.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|East Main Street
Turn right onto East Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
7
0.9 mi into trip|~2m in
Take the ramp
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
2.6 mi into trip|~5m in
Take the exit toward US 75: Tulsa, Glenpool
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 75: Tulsa, Glenpool
8
2.8 mi into trip|~5m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 75 South: Glenpool, Okmulgee
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward US 75 South: Glenpool, Okmulgee
8
85.2 mi into trip|~1h 40m in
Take the exit toward US 69 South: Atoka, Dallas
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 63B
Toward US 69 South: Atoka, Dallas
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$24.34 one way
$48.68 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg55 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$26.73
$53.45
premium
$4.89
$29.96
$59.93
diesel
$5.61
$34.38
$68.75
Estimated Tolls: $0.10
Creek Turnpike
(1.5 mi)$0.10
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
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 54.5 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
46.7
0
$16.35
$7.47
Efficient EV
38.9
0
$13.62
$6.23
EV Truck/SUV
62.3
0
$21.80
$9.96
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 15, 2026
Origin
Jenks, OK
Late night
in Jenks on Sunday
Local time
1:02 AM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Durant, OK
Late night
in Durant on Sunday
Local time
1:02 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°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
3h 4m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 73% of this drive is spent on major thoroughfares. You will face a longest uninterrupted stretch of 56.7 miles while navigating US 69, which sets the steady pace for most of the trip. The road personality leans toward a consistent, open-highway feel that allows you to maintain momentum across the plains. Transitions between the different highways are generally smooth, providing a predictable environment behind the wheel. You can anticipate a reliable, high-speed drive that keeps you moving toward Durant with minimal deviation from the main paths.
73% 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: 56.7 mi on US 69.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 69 and US 62. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Main Street.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 155.7 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: near the start (East Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
943 ft526 ft
Total Climb
800 ft
Total Descent
774 ft
Highest Point
943 ft
~22.2 mi in
Elevation Range
417 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 Jenks, OK to Durant, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Dallas along the way.
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.
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 4m. Total distance: 155.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (73%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 56.7 miles on US 69. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.10 in tolls one way, starting with Creek 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 Durant, 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: near the start (East Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 3.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.2 hours — manageable with a long break at Durant, OK, but most travelers stay overnight.
