Muskogee to Slaughterville is 149.8 miles and takes about 2h 53m via Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway and OK 9, with a fuel budget near $23 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route stays within Oklahoma, moving from the Great Plains region to another part of the Great Plains. With a driving time under three hours, this trip is perfect for a single-day excursion. Most of the drive involves surface roads, so expect a more relaxed pace compared to interstate travel. It's a straightforward drive that gets you from point A to point B efficiently.
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
74.9 miles from Muskogee, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 20m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway
84.4 mi
1h 25m
OK 9
22.4 mi
28m
South 32nd Street
20.5 mi
22m
OK 102
4.3 mi
7m
Highway Drive
3.8 mi
6m
North Main Street
3.4 mi
5m
Blue Star Memorial Highway
3.2 mi
4m
South Classen Boulevard
1.9 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway
— 84.4 mi, about 1h 25m
Traffic on I-40
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 8 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~660 veh/hr typical
· worst 866
Quietest
2 AM
~81 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
8.1×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Muskogee, OK and Slaughterville, OK.
1
Start on US 62 Business; US 64 Business
74 ft·6 sec·West Okmulgee Avenue
2
Turn right onto US 64 Business
1.7 mi·3 min·South Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Turn right onto West Hancock Road
1.0 mi·2 min·West Hancock Road
4
Turn left onto US 64; US 69
21 mi·22 min·South 32nd Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.7 mi·1 min
Toward I 40 West: Oklahoma CityUse the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Merge onto I 40
23 mi·22 min·Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on I 40
1.5 mi·1 min·Tim Vandiver Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on I 40
62 mi·1 hr 2 min·Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi·56 sec
Exit 178Toward OK 102 South: Dale, Bethel AcresUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn left onto OK 102
3.8 mi·6 min·Highway Drive
Use the straight / left lanes.
11
Continue on OK 102
4.3 mi·7 min·OK 102
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
12
Take the ramp
155 ft·4 sec
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Continue on OK 9; CR EW121
22 mi·28 min·OK 9; CR EW121
Use the right lane.
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi·43 sec
15
Keep slight left at fork
175 ft·6 sec
16
Turn left onto US 77
1.9 mi·3 min·South Classen Boulevard
17
Continue on US 77
3.4 mi·5 min·North Main Street
18
Continue on US 77
3.2 mi·4 min·Blue Star Memorial Highway
19
Turn left onto Slaughterville Road
400 ft·17 sec·Slaughterville Road
20
Arrive at destination
Slaughterville Road
Trip Plan
Given the under three-hour drive time, you can easily complete this trip in a single day. Consider departing mid-morning to avoid early rush hour traffic and allow for a leisurely pace. With only one recommended stop and the majority of the route on surface roads, you'll have plenty of flexibility. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $23, and it’s always wise to top off before heading out, especially when spending more time on non-highway routes. The longest stretch on a highway is 84.4 miles, so plan your fuel stop accordingly before you transition to surface roads.
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 74.9 miles from Muskogee, OK, or about 1h 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 84.4 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 33 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 74.9 miles or 1h 20m 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 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Slaughterville, 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.
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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 Muskogee, OK
This is one driving day of about 149.8 miles and 2h 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 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 Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway for about 84.4 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 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 110.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip|~0m in|US 64 Business / South Main Street
Turn right onto US 64 Business / South Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
23.3 mi into trip|~27m in
Take the exit toward I 40 West: Oklahoma City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 40 West: Oklahoma City
5
23.9 mi into trip|~29m in|I 40 / Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 40 / Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
109.8 mi into trip|~1h 55m in
Take the exit toward OK 102 South: Dale, Bethel Acres
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 178
Toward OK 102 South: Dale, Bethel Acres
6
110.2 mi into trip|~1h 56m in|OK 102 / Highway Drive
Turn left onto OK 102 / Highway Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.12 one way
$44.24 round trip
$3.75/gal25.4 MPG avg52 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.14
$24.42
$48.84
premium
$4.72
$27.81
$55.63
diesel
$4.80
$28.29
$56.57
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 52.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
44.9
0
$15.73
$7.19
Efficient EV
37.5
0
$13.11
$5.99
EV Truck/SUV
59.9
0
$20.97
$9.59
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
18 kg (65% 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 Jul 19, 2026
Origin
Muskogee, OK
Night
in Muskogee on Saturday
Local time
11:50 PM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
S 0 to 5 mph19% chanceLive forecast
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 18 at 11:09PM CDT until July 19 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Tulsa OK
Destination
Slaughterville, OK
Night
in Slaughterville on Saturday
Local time
11:50 PM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Mostly Clear
S 5 mph2% chanceLive forecast
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 18 at 11:09PM CDT until July 19 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Tulsa OK
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 53m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Oklahoma City National Memorial
National Memorial
The outdoor symbolic memorial is a place of quiet reflection, honoring victims, survivors, rescuers, and all who were changed forever on April 19, 1995. It encompasses the now sacred soil where the Al...
21 mi from route
~52 min detour
$18
near mile 139.4
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is mostly surface roads, with only 18% on highways. You'll spend the majority of your time on local routes after leaving the Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway. The longest stretch on a primary highway is 84.4 miles on the Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway, after which you'll transition to OK 9 and South 32nd Street. Be prepared for more frequent intersections and a potentially slower pace as you navigate these surface roads.
Only 18% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 84.4 mi on Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 64 Business / South Main Street.
Driving Effort6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 149.8 miles you will encounter 12 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: near the start (US 64 Business / South Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 23.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.9 miles (I 40 / Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,167 ft590 ft
Total Climb
786 ft
Total Descent
270 ft
Highest Point
1,167 ft
~117.7 mi in
Elevation Range
577 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 Muskogee, OK to Slaughterville, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Bethel Acres along the way.
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 53m. Total distance: 149.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 84.4 miles on Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 8 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Slaughterville, 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. There are 8 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 64 Business / South Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 23.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.9 miles (I 40 / Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Oklahoma City National Memorial. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Slaughterville, OK before heading back.
