Big Red Restaurant
Later in the drive, ~11 min detour
Park Hill, Oklahoma
Hours: 7 am–10 pm
+19184560411
Visit websiteCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h
Distance
101.5 mi
163 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
26 DC fast
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Owasso, OK
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Stilwell, OK
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This 101.5-mile drive from Owasso, Oklahoma, to Stilwell, Oklahoma, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, typically taking around 2 hours. You'll spend about 56% of your time on highways, with a significant 33.4-mile stretch on the Muskogee Turnpike. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is $16. The drive offers a mixed driving experience, making it a straightforward excursion. Since both your origin and destination are within the Great Plains region, you can expect a consistent landscape throughout. This route is perfect for a quick getaway or an easy relocation.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
50.8 miles from Owasso, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 53m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Muskogee Turnpike | 33.4 mi | 31m |
| 42nd Rainbow Infantry Division Memorial Highway | 13.6 mi | 15m |
| 42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway | 10 mi | 15m |
| East Shawnee Bypass | 7.6 mi | 9m |
| US 62 | 7.4 mi | 8m |
| Pearl Harbor Memorial Expressway | 7.3 mi | 8m |
| OK 10 | 5.6 mi | 7m |
| Disabled American Veterans Highway | 3.8 mi | 4m |
Step-by-step road directions between Owasso, OK and Stilwell, OK.
Start on North Main Street
Turn left onto East 76th Street North
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 169
Continue on US 169
Continue on US 169
Continue on US 169
Take the exit
Merge onto OK 51
Continue on OK 51
Continue on OK 51
Continue on OK 351
Take the exit
Merge onto US 62
Continue on US 62; OK 10
Continue on OK 10; US 62
Continue on OK 10; US 62
Continue on US 62; OK 10
Continue on OK 10; US 62
Enter roundabout onto US 62; OK 10; OK 82
Continue on US 62; OK 10; OK 82
Turn right onto US 62; OK 10; OK 51; OK 82
Turn right onto US 62; OK 51; OK 10
Continue on US 62; OK 51; OK 10
Continue on OK 51
Continue on OK 51
Continue on OK 51
Turn right onto US 59; OK 51
Turn right onto West Division Street
Arrive at destination
For this 2-hour, 101.5-mile drive, starting your journey after the morning rush hour in Owasso is a good idea to maximize your time. With no designated stops, you have the flexibility to pull over as needed, though the longest stretch without a break is 33.4 miles on the Muskogee Turnpike. Keep an eye on your fuel, especially before hitting the turnpike, as the estimated cost is $16. The relatively short duration means you can easily complete this trip in one day without needing to split it, offering a relaxed pace.
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.
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 22 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 50.8 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 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Stilwell, OK than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Owasso, 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 Owasso, OK
This is one driving day of about 101.5 miles and 2h.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
51 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
A short stop after about 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 50.8 miles from Owasso, OK, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Later in the drive, ~11 min detour
Park Hill, Oklahoma
Hours: 7 am–10 pm
+19184560411
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, ~12 min detour
Muskogee, Oklahoma
Hours: 8 am–3:30 pm
+19186860243
Visit websiteLater in the drive, ~10 min detour
Tahlequah, Oklahoma
Hours: 8 am–8 pm
+19188913609
Later in the drive, short detour
Tahlequah, Oklahoma
Hours: 7 am–8 pm
+19187720032
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, ~11 min detour
Muskogee, Oklahoma
Hours: 7 am–5:30 pm
+19189122367
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 73.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto East 76th Street North
Lane positioning matters here
Take the ramp
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward OK 51 East: Broken Arrow, Muskogee
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward US 62 East: Fort Gibson, Tahlequah
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Enter roundabout onto US 62; OK 10; OK 82 / South Muskogee Avenue toward US 62 East, OK 10 North
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$15.87 one way
$31.74 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $17.42 | $34.85 |
| premium | $4.89 | $19.53 | $39.07 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $22.41 | $44.82 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.34
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
$16
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
26 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
Whataburger - Tesla Supercharger
Tulsa, OK
20 DCFC
Owasso Land Building
Owasso, OK
8 DCFC
Fairway Market
Owasso, OK
8 DCFC
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa - Tesla Supercharger
Catoosa, OK
8 DCFC
Fine Airport Parking
Tulsa, OK
8 DCFC
City of Broken Arrow - 400 S Ash
Broken Arrow, OK
8 DCFC
Lynn Lane Plaza
Broken Arrow, OK
8 DCFC
Love's 166-Muskogee
Porter, OK
8 DCFC
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.5 | 0 | $10.66 | $4.87 |
| Efficient EV | 25.4 | 0 | $8.88 | $4.06 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 40.6 | 0 | $14.21 | $6.50 |
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Owasso on Tuesday
Local time
3:58 AM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Destination
Late night in Stilwell on Tuesday
Local time
3:58 AM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
The road character for this trip is predominantly a mixed drive, blending highway speeds with potentially more local road segments. You'll encounter highways for a little over half the journey, totaling 56%. The longest uninterrupted stretch is a substantial 33.4 miles on the Muskogee Turnpike, offering a chance to settle in. As you progress, the drive transitions from the turnpike to roads like the 42nd Rainbow Infantry Division Memorial Highway, suggesting a shift in road type and potentially speed.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near East 76th Street North.
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 101.5 miles you will encounter 16 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 0.4 miles (East 76th Street North): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 12.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
823 ft
Total Descent
345 ft
Highest Point
1,127 ft
~94.3 mi in
Elevation Range
628 ft
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Owasso, OK and Stilwell, OK, road signs point toward Muskogee, Fort Smith and Tahlequah.
Muskogee
Fort Smith
Tahlequah
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h. Total distance: 101.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (56%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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