Traveling from Lone Grove to Copeland covers a total distance of 265.1 miles, typically taking about 4 hours and 58 minutes to complete. Because this journey stays entirely within the Great Plains, you can expect a consistent regional feel throughout the trip. It is perfectly manageable as a one-day drive, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. Budgeting around $40 for fuel should cover your needs for the duration of the trip. Whether you are heading out for business or a change of scenery, this straightforward route offers a reliable way to cross the state.
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
132.6 miles from Lone Grove, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 37m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 44
65.3 mi
1h 6m
Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike
42 mi
40m
J. A. Richardson Loop
32 mi
37m
Veterans Memorial Highway
27.2 mi
30m
World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
19.5 mi
19m
Chickasaw Turnpike
17.3 mi
20m
Skelly Bypass
15.5 mi
18m
OK 1
9.9 mi
12m
Longest stretch:
I 44
— 65.3 mi, about 1h 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lone Grove, OK and Copeland, OK.
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Start on Ash Street
36 ft·3 sec·Ash Street
2
Turn right onto Blackberry Street
0.2 mi·47 sec·Blackberry Street
3
At end of road, turn left onto US 70
5.2 mi·7 min·US 70
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Continue on West Broadway Street
0.3 mi·27 sec·West Broadway Street
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·40 sec
Toward I 35 North: Oklahoma CityUse the sharp right lane.
6
Merge onto I 35; US 70
19 mi·19 min·World War I Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi·23 sec
Exit 51Toward US 77: Turner Falls AreaUse the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork
210 ft·5 sec
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
9
Turn straight onto US 77
1.6 mi·2 min·US 77
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Continue on US 77
1.9 mi·2 min·US 77
Use the straight / left lanes.
11
Turn right
136 ft·5 sec
Use the right lane.
12
Merge onto OK 7; US 77
6.6 mi·9 min·West Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Turn left onto OK 7 Spur
6.6 mi·7 min·Chickasaw Turnpike
14
Keep slight right at fork onto OK 301
11 mi·12 min·Chickasaw Turnpike
15
At end of road, turn left onto OK 1
9.8 mi·12 min·OK 1
Use the left / right lanes.
16
Take the exit onto OK 1
0.2 mi·37 sec·OK 1
Toward OK 1 East, OK 3 West: Oklahoma City, Seminole, McAlesterUse the straight / right lanes.
17
Merge onto OK 1; OK 3
32 mi·37 min·J. A. Richardson Loop
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Continue on US 377; OK 3E; OK 99
2.9 mi·3 min·South Milt Phillips Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Continue on OK 99; US 377
14 mi·16 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
20
Continue on OK 99; US 377
3.3 mi·3 min·Jim Thorpe Boulevard
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
21
Continue on OK 99; US 377
13 mi·14 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
22
Continue on OK 99; US 377
4.4 mi·5 min·South 8th Avenue
Use the straight lane.
23
Take the exit
314 ft·7 sec
Use the straight / left lanes.
24
Continue on this road
0.2 mi·23 sec·this road
25
Turn slight right
510 ft·13 sec
Toward I 44 East: Tulsa
26
Merge onto I 44
42 mi·40 min·Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
27
Continue on I 44; OK 66
1.2 mi·1 min·Skelly Bypass
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
28
Keep slight right at fork onto I 44; OK 66
14 mi·17 min·Skelly Bypass
Toward I 44 East, OK 66 East: JoplinUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
29
Continue on I 44; US 412; OK 66
4.3 mi·5 min·I 44; US 412; OK 66
Use the straight lane.
30
Keep slight right at fork onto I 44
61 mi·1 hr 1 min·I 44
Toward I 44 East: Joplin, ClaremoreUse the straight / slight right lanes.
31
Take the exit
0.2 mi·27 sec
Exit 302Toward US 59, US 60: Fairland, Grove, AftonUse the right lane.
32
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi·13 sec
Toward Cash OnlyUse the straight lane.
33
Continue on this road
0.2 mi·20 sec·this road
34
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·39 sec
Toward US 59 South, US 60 West, US 69 South: Afton, GroveUse the slight right lane.
35
Turn straight onto US 59; US 60; US 69; US Historic 66
0.6 mi·56 sec·US 59; US 60; US 69; US Historic 66
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
36
Turn left onto US 59
7.8 mi·10 min·US 59
Toward US 69 South: Grove
37
Turn sharp right onto East 250 Road
303 ft·5 sec·East 250 Road
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Arrive at destination
East 250 Road
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 4-hour and 58-minute transit, aim for an early morning departure to avoid peak traffic on the busier segments of the turnpike. You only need to plan for one major stop to refuel and stretch your legs, making the trip efficient and easy to manage. Since you are covering 265.1 miles, keep a close eye on your fuel gauge during the longer highway segments to ensure you stay within your $40 budget. Given the mix of interstate and loop roads, stay alert for signage changes when exiting the Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike. This flexibility allows you to pace the drive comfortably, ensuring you arrive in Copeland refreshed and ready for your next steps.
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 132.6 miles from Lone Grove, OK, or about 2h 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 65.3 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 10m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 132.6 miles or 2h 37m 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 6m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Copeland, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lone Grove, 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 Lone Grove, OK
This is one driving day of about 265.1 miles and 4h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 58 miles from Lone Grove, 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 I 44 for about 65.3 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 25
5 decision points cluster between mile 176.4 and 256.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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176.4 mi into trip|~3h 20m in|I 44; OK 66 / Skelly Bypass
Keep slight right at fork onto I 44; OK 66 / Skelly Bypass toward I 44 East, OK 66 East: Joplin
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 44 East, OK 66 East: Joplin
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194.9 mi into trip|~3h 43m in|I 44
Keep slight right at fork onto I 44 toward I 44 East: Joplin, Claremore
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 44 East: Joplin, Claremore
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255.9 mi into trip|~4h 45m in
Take the exit toward US 59, US 60: Fairland, Grove, Afton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 302
Toward US 59, US 60: Fairland, Grove, Afton
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256.1 mi into trip|~4h 45m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Cash Only
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward Cash Only
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256.4 mi into trip|~4h 46m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 59 South, US 60 West, US 69 South: Afton, Grove
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 59 South, US 60 West, US 69 South: Af...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$41.45 one way
$82.89 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg93 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$45.51
$91.01
premium
$4.89
$51.02
$102.03
diesel
$5.61
$58.53
$117.06
Estimated Tolls: $3.31
Turner Turnpike
(42 mi)$2.10
Chickasaw Turnpike
(10.7 mi)$0.75
Chickasaw Turnpike
(6.6 mi)$0.46
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
$41
Tolls
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$70–$95
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 92.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
79.5
0
$27.84
$12.72
Efficient EV
66.3
0
$23.20
$10.60
EV Truck/SUV
106
1
$37.11
$16.97
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 Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Lone Grove, OK
Evening
in Lone Grove on Saturday
Local time
8:11 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Copeland, OK
Evening
in Copeland on Saturday
Local time
8:11 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°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
17 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 58m 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.
4 mi from route
~10 min detour
Free
near mile 36.6
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive features a mixed profile that balances efficiency with local navigation. You will spend about 57% of your time on highways, utilizing I-44, the Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike, and the J. A. Richardson Loop to make progress. Expect a variety of road types, transitioning from fast-paced highway stretches to more technical local roads as you navigate toward Copeland. The longest uninterrupted section you will encounter is a 65.3-mile stretch on I-44, which provides a steady rhythm before the route shifts character. Prepare for a dynamic driving experience that keeps you attentive as you transition between major corridors and secondary paths.
57% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
38 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 65.3 mi on I 44.
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 176.4 miles in near I 44; OK 66 / Skelly Bypass.
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 25 significant decision points across 265.1 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 176.4 miles (I 44; OK 66 / Skelly Bypass): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 194.9 miles (I 44): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 255.9 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
1,229 ft607 ft
Total Climb
623 ft
Total Descent
780 ft
Highest Point
1,229 ft
~56.8 mi in
Elevation Range
622 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Lone Grove, OK and Copeland, OK, road signs point toward Seminole, Mcalester and Claremore.
Seminole
62.8 mi in|~1h 16m|via OK 1
Mcalester
62.8 mi in|~1h 16m|via OK 1
Claremore
194.9 mi in|~3h 43m|via I 44
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 58m. Total distance: 265.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 65.3 miles on I 44. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $3.31 in tolls one way, starting with Turner 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 Copeland, 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 176.4 miles (I 44; OK 66 / Skelly Bypass): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 194.9 miles (I 44): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 255.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 Copeland, OK, but most travelers stay overnight.
