Muskogee to Blackwell is 165.7 miles and takes about 2 hours 58 minutes via the Cimarron Turnpike and World War II Veterans Memorial Highway, with a fuel budget near $26 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip is a straightforward, highway-focused journey primarily within Oklahoma's Great Plains region. You'll spend a good portion of your drive on turnpikes, making for efficient travel between these two cities. Given the relatively short duration and focus on major roadways, this route is ideal for a single-day excursion, allowing ample time for your destination.
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
82.9 miles from Muskogee, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 33m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Cimarron Turnpike
58.7 mi
56m
World War II Veterans Memorial Highway
27.9 mi
27m
Muskogee Turnpike
25.3 mi
23m
Sand Springs Expressway
14.5 mi
16m
Broken Arrow Expressway
11.7 mi
14m
Keystone Expressway
8.7 mi
9m
Disabled American Veterans Highway
3.4 mi
3m
North 32nd Street
3.4 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
Cimarron Turnpike
— 58.7 mi, about 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Muskogee, OK and Blackwell, OK.
1
Start on US 62 Business; US 64 Business
1.9 mi·4 min·West Okmulgee Avenue
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
2
Turn right onto US 62; US 69; OK 16
3.4 mi·5 min·North 32nd Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Continue on US 69
2.9 mi·3 min·Specialist Joshua M. "Bubba" Seals Memorial Bridge
Use the straight lane.
4
Turn left
0.3 mi·42 sec
Toward TulsaUse the left lane.
5
Merge onto OK 351
25 mi·23 min·Muskogee Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on OK 51
3.4 mi·3 min·Disabled American Veterans Highway
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on OK 51
380 ft·5 sec·Representative David Brumbaugh Memorial Bridge
8
Continue on OK 51
12 mi·14 min·Broken Arrow Expressway
Use the straight lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto US 64; OK 51
0.3 mi·27 sec·Inner Dispersal Loop
Toward OK 51 West, US 64 West, I 244 East: Sand Springs, JoplinUse the straight lane.
10
Merge onto I 244; US 64; OK 51
0.5 mi·41 sec·Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway
11
Take the exit onto US 64; OK 51
0.3 mi·43 sec·42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway
Exit 5BToward US 64 West, US 412 West, OK 51 West: Sand SpringsUse the left lane.
12
Merge onto US 64; US 412; OK 51
14 mi·16 min·Sand Springs Expressway
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on US 64; US 412
3.6 mi·3 min·Keystone Expressway
Use the straight lane.
14
Continue on US 64; US 412
1.2 mi·1 min·Jerald Warden Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
15
Continue on US 64; US 412
5.1 mi·5 min·Keystone Expressway
Use the straight lane.
16
Continue on US 412
31 mi·29 min·Cimarron Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork onto US 412
28 mi·27 min·Cimarron Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
18
Take the exit
0.4 mi·56 sec
Toward I 35 North: WichitaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Merge onto I 35
28 mi·27 min·World War II Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
20
Take the exit
0.3 mi·45 sec
Exit 222Toward OK 11: Blackwell, MedfordUse the slight right lane.
21
Turn right onto OK 11
3.2 mi·5 min·West Doolin Avenue
Toward OK 11 East: BlackwellUse the right lane.
22
Turn right onto US 177
0.5 mi·47 sec·North Main Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
23
Arrive at destination
US 177
Trip Plan
Since this is a 2 hour and 58 minute drive, you have the flexibility to depart anytime and still arrive with daylight to spare. Consider leaving mid-morning to avoid early rush hour traffic and arrive at your destination in the afternoon. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost estimated at $26, you won't need to plan extensively for gas or extensive breaks. Keep an eye out for the transition onto the Cimarron Turnpike, as this segment represents the longest continuous stretch of your journey and is the most efficient part of the drive.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 82.9 miles from Muskogee, OK, or about 1h 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 58.7 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 36 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 82.9 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 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Blackwell, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Muskogee, OK so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Muskogee, OK
This is one driving day of about 165.7 miles and 2h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 miles from Muskogee, 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 Cimarron Turnpike for about 58.7 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 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.9 and 161.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
1.9 mi into trip|~4m in|US 62; US 69; OK 16 / North 32nd Street
Turn right onto US 62; US 69; OK 16 / North 32nd Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
8.3 mi into trip|~14m in
Turn left toward Tulsa
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward Tulsa
8
49.1 mi into trip|~57m in|US 64; OK 51 / Inner Dispersal Loop
Keep slight right at fork onto US 64; OK 51 / Inner Dispersal Loop toward OK 51 West, US 64 West, I 244 East: Sand Springs, Joplin
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward OK 51 West, US 64 West, I 244 East: Sand...
8
50 mi into trip|~58m in|US 64; OK 51 / 42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway
Take the exit onto US 64; OK 51 / 42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway toward US 64 West, US 412 West, OK 51 West: Sand Springs
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Exit 5B
Toward US 64 West, US 412 West, OK 51 West: San...
8
161.7 mi into trip|~2h 51m in
Take the exit toward OK 11: Blackwell, Medford
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 222
Toward OK 11: Blackwell, Medford
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$25.91 one way
$51.81 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg58 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$28.44
$56.89
premium
$4.89
$31.89
$63.77
diesel
$5.61
$36.58
$73.17
Estimated Tolls: $4.71
Cimarron Turnpike
(58.7 mi)$2.94
Muskogee Turnpike
(25.3 mi)$1.77
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
$26
Tolls
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 58 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
49.7
0
$17.40
$7.95
Efficient EV
41.4
0
$14.50
$6.63
EV Truck/SUV
66.3
0
$23.20
$10.60
Gas CO2
58 kg
EV CO2
19 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 20, 2026
Origin
Muskogee, OK
Late night
in Muskogee on Tuesday
Local time
4:20 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Blackwell, OK
Late night
in Blackwell on Tuesday
Local time
4:20 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°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
3 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
2h 58m 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?
This drive leans heavily towards highway travel, with a 72% highway share, offering a consistent pace for most of the 165.7 miles. You'll encounter the longest uninterrupted stretch of 58.7 miles on the Cimarron Turnpike, which means you can settle in for a solid period of driving. While primarily a highway experience, expect the character to remain consistent, emphasizing efficient transit over varied scenery. This route is built for covering ground smoothly.
72% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 58.7 mi on Cimarron Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Cimarron Turnpike and World War II Veterans Memorial Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.9 miles in near US 62; US 69; OK 16 / North 32nd Street.
Driving Effort9/10
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 14 significant decision points across 165.7 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: at 1.9 miles (US 62; US 69; OK 16 / North 32nd Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 49.1 miles (US 64; OK 51 / Inner Dispersal Loop): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Muskogee, OK to Blackwell, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Joplin along the way.
Blackwell is in the Red Carpet Country region of Oklahoma. A Cherokee Outlet land run town from 1893, and regrettably a rather sordid sundown town for a good while after. Its big money-maker, a zinc smelter, would later come back to haunt the town with long-lasting environmental damage.
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 58m. Total distance: 165.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (72%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 58.7 miles on Cimarron Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $4.71 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.
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 Blackwell, 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 1.9 miles (US 62; US 69; OK 16 / North 32nd Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 49.1 miles (US 64; OK 51 / Inner Dispersal Loop): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Blackwell, OK before heading back.
