If you are planning a trip from Muskogee to Dewey, expect a straightforward 92.7-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 52 minutes. This drive is perfectly suited for a single-day outing, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via the Muskogee Turnpike, US 75, and the Cherokee Expressway as you traverse the Great Plains. Budgeting approximately $14 for fuel should cover your needs for this direct trip. Because the route is compact and efficient, it offers a great deal of flexibility for your schedule, making it an easy addition to a larger Oklahoma itinerary.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
46.3 miles from Muskogee, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 53m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Muskogee Turnpike
25.3 mi
23m
US 75
16 mi
17m
Cherokee Expressway
14.5 mi
17m
Southeast Washington Boulevard
7 mi
11m
Private First Class Albert E. Schwab, Medal of Honor Memorial Highway
4.6 mi
5m
Disabled American Veterans Highway
3.4 mi
3m
North 32nd Street
3.4 mi
5m
Specialist Joshua M. "Bubba" Seals Memorial Bridge
2.9 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
Muskogee Turnpike
— 25.3 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Muskogee, OK and Dewey, 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
2.6 mi·2 min·Broken Arrow Expressway
Use the straight lane.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi·33 sec
Toward US 169 North: OwassoUse the slight right lane.
10
Merge onto US 169
2.8 mi·3 min·Representative Sue Tibbs Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on US 169
1.3 mi·1 min·Pearl Harbor Memorial Expressway
Use the straight lane.
12
Take the exit
0.1 mi·7 sec
Toward I 244, US 412: Joplin, Oklahoma CityUse the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi·37 sec
Toward I 244 West, US 412 West: Oklahoma CityUse the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Merge onto I 244; US 412
0.6 mi·42 sec·Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway
15
Take the exit
0.6 mi·44 sec
Exit 12BToward OK 11 West: Tulsa International AirportUse the slight right lane.
16
Continue on OK 11
4.6 mi·5 min·Private First Class Albert E. Schwab, Medal of Honor Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit onto OK 11
0.4 mi·36 sec·OK 11
Toward US 75 North, OK 11 West: BartlesvilleUse the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Merge onto OK 11; US 75
2.2 mi·3 min·Chapelle Family Memorial Highway
Toward OK 11 North, US 75 North: BartlesvilleUse the straight lane.
19
Continue on US 75
15 mi·17 min·Cherokee Expressway
Toward US 75 North: BartlesvilleUse the straight lane.
20
Continue on US 75
0.8 mi·57 sec·US 75
Toward US 75 North: BartlesvilleUse the straight / right lanes.
21
Continue on US 75
1.6 mi·1 min·US 75
Toward US 75 North: BartlesvilleUse the straight / right lanes.
22
Continue on US 75
1.0 mi·1 min·US 75
Toward US 75 North: BartlesvilleUse the straight / right lanes.
23
Continue on US 75
1.2 mi·1 min·US 75
Toward US 75 North: BartlesvilleUse the straight / right lanes.
24
Continue on US 75
11 mi·12 min·US 75
Toward US 75 North: BartlesvilleUse the straight / right lanes.
25
Continue on US 75
7.0 mi·11 min·Southeast Washington Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
26
Continue on US 75
0.7 mi·1 min·Washington Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
27
Continue on US 75
1.0 mi·1 min·South Osage Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
28
Arrive at destination
US 75
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive under two hours, you have the advantage of choosing your departure time based on personal preference rather than endurance. While no formal stops are required for a trip of this length, keeping an eye on your fuel gauge before leaving Muskogee ensures you stay within your $14 budget without needing to hunt for stations along the way. Because the route is continuous, consider using the 1 hour and 52-minute duration to plan your arrival in Dewey rather than splitting the drive into smaller segments. Take advantage of the lack of necessary stops to make good time, but remember that the 25.3-mile stretch on the turnpike is your best window to maintain a steady, fuel-efficient speed for the bulk of your journey.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 46.3 miles from Muskogee, OK, or about 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 25.3 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 20 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.3 miles or 53m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dewey, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Muskogee, OK so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Muskogee, OK
This is one driving day of about 92.7 miles and 1h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Muskogee, OK.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Muskogee Turnpike for about 25.3 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 18
5 decision points cluster between mile 8.3 and 50.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
8.3 mi into trip|~14m in
Turn left toward Tulsa
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward Tulsa
7
44.4 mi into trip|~51m in
Take the exit toward I 244, US 412: Joplin, Oklahoma City
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 I 244, US 412: Joplin, Oklahoma City
8
44.5 mi into trip|~51m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 244 West, US 412 West: Oklahoma City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 244 West, US 412 West: Oklahoma City
7
45.7 mi into trip|~52m in
Take the exit toward OK 11 West: Tulsa International Airport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 12B
Toward OK 11 West: Tulsa International Airport
7
50.9 mi into trip|~58m in|OK 11
Take the exit onto OK 11 toward US 75 North, OK 11 West: Bartlesville
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 US 75 North, OK 11 West: Bartlesville
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.49 one way
$28.99 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg32 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$15.91
$31.82
premium
$4.89
$17.84
$35.68
diesel
$5.61
$20.47
$40.93
Estimated Tolls: $1.77
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
$14
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
27.8
0
$9.73
$4.45
Efficient EV
23.2
0
$8.11
$3.71
EV Truck/SUV
37.1
0
$12.98
$5.93
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (66% 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 12, 2026
Origin
Muskogee, OK
Night
in Muskogee on Saturday
Local time
9:48 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
S 10 mph24% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Dewey, OK
Night
in Dewey on Saturday
Local time
9:48 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
S 10 mph45% chanceLive 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
1 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
1h 52m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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 roughly 65% of this route is comprised of high-speed roads. You will find yourself settling into a steady rhythm, with your longest uninterrupted stretch covering 25.3 miles along the Muskogee Turnpike. The drive maintains a consistent pace, transitioning smoothly between turnpike travel and highway driving as you head north. While you won't encounter major technical road challenges, the personality of the route is defined by its efficiency and focus on main thoroughfares. It is a no-nonsense path designed for getting you from point A to point B with minimal complexity.
65% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 25.3 mi on Muskogee Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Muskogee Turnpike and US 75. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 8.3 miles in.
Driving Effort9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 92.7 miles you will encounter 18 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 8.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 44.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 44.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
684 ft569 ft
Total Climb
133 ft
Total Descent
53 ft
Highest Point
684 ft
~27 mi in
Elevation Range
115 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Muskogee, OK and Dewey, OK, road signs point toward Tulsa and Oklahoma City.
Tulsa
8.3 mi in|~14m
Oklahoma City
44.4 mi in|~51m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 52m. Total distance: 92.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (65%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 25.3 miles on Muskogee Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.77 in tolls one way, starting with Muskogee 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 Dewey, OK before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 8.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 44.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 44.5 miles: 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 Dewey, OK before heading back.
