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Trip from Stigler, OK to Stillwater, OK

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 9m

Distance

172.9 mi

278 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$27

one way

EV Charging

Good

6 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 35 min
4 AM
2h 58m ★
6 AM
3h 10m
8 AM
3h 33m
10 AM
3h 18m
12 PM
3h 16m
3 PM
3h 19m
5 PM
3h 32m
8 PM
3h 3m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Stigler, OK, OK

Stigler, OK

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Stillwater, OK

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Trip Overview

This 159.7-mile drive from Stigler, OK, to Stillwater, OK, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 2 hours and 41 minutes. The estimated fuel cost is around $24, making it an economical option for a quick getaway. You'll navigate primarily local roads, including sections of East Main Street and Main Street, and cross the Pamela Cleveland Argo Memorial Bridge. Given its relatively short duration and turn-heavy profile, this route is best suited for a leisurely day trip rather than an overnight split. Both Stigler and Stillwater are situated within the Great Plains region, offering a consistent landscape throughout your journey.

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

86.4 miles from Stigler, OK

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 33m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Muskogee Turnpike 55.7 mi 54m
Cimarron Turnpike 31 mi 29m
Pamela Cleveland Argo Memorial Bridge 15.8 mi 19m
Sand Springs Expressway 14.5 mi 16m
Broken Arrow Expressway 11.7 mi 14m
Keystone Expressway 8.7 mi 9m
Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway 7.7 mi 7m
Cimarron Turnpike Spur 6.9 mi 7m
Longest stretch: Muskogee Turnpike — 55.7 mi, about 54m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Stigler, OK and Stillwater, OK.

1

Start on Northeast 3rd Street

63 ft · 4 sec · Northeast 3rd Street
2

Turn right onto OK 9

6.5 mi · 9 min · East Main Street
3

Turn slight right

406 ft · 14 sec
4

Turn straight onto OK 2

0.6 mi · 1 min · Main Street
5

Continue on OK 2

16 mi · 19 min · Pamela Cleveland Argo Memorial Bridge
Use the straight / left lanes.
6

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 43 sec
Toward I 40 East: Fort Smith Use the straight / right lanes.
7

Merge onto I 40

7.7 mi · 7 min · Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
8

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 50 sec
Exit 286 Toward OK 351: Muskogee, Tulsa Use the sharp right lane.
9

Continue on OK 351

14 mi · 14 min · Muskogee Turnpike
10

Keep slight right at fork onto OK 351

41 mi · 39 min · Muskogee Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
11

Continue on OK 51

3.4 mi · 3 min · Disabled American Veterans Highway
Use the straight lane.
12

Continue on OK 51

380 ft · 5 sec · Representative David Brumbaugh Memorial Bridge
13

Continue on OK 51

12 mi · 14 min · Broken Arrow Expressway
Use the straight lane.
14

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, Joplin Use the straight lane.
15

Merge onto I 244; US 64; OK 51

0.5 mi · 41 sec · Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway
16

Take the exit onto US 64; OK 51

0.3 mi · 43 sec · 42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway
Exit 5B Toward US 64 West, US 412 West, OK 51 West: Sand Springs Use the left lane.
17

Merge onto US 64; US 412; OK 51

14 mi · 16 min · Sand Springs Expressway
Use the straight lane.
18

Continue on US 64; US 412

3.6 mi · 3 min · Keystone Expressway
Use the straight lane.
19

Continue on US 64; US 412

1.2 mi · 1 min · Jerald Warden Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
20

Continue on US 64; US 412

5.1 mi · 5 min · Keystone Expressway
Use the straight lane.
21

Continue on US 412

31 mi · 29 min · Cimarron Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22

Keep slight right at fork onto Cimarron Turnpike Spur

6.9 mi · 7 min · Cimarron Turnpike Spur
Exit 27 Toward OK 312 West: Stillwater Use the right lane.
23

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 25 sec
Exit 21A Toward Perkins Rd.
24

At end of road, turn left onto North Perkins Road

6.2 mi · 10 min · North Perkins Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
25

Turn right onto OK 51

0.4 mi · 1 min · East 6th Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
26

Arrive at destination

OK 51

Trip Plan

With a total duration of about 2 hours and 41 minutes, this 159.7-mile trip from Stigler to Stillwater is easily manageable in one day. Consider leaving Stigler in the morning to give yourself ample time to enjoy Stillwater without feeling rushed. Since the route is turn-heavy and has no highway stretches, plan for potential traffic delays within towns, especially if you're traveling during peak hours. The fuel cost is estimated at $24, so ensure your tank is full before departing Stigler. Keep an eye out for signs directing you onto Main Street and East Main Street as these are key segments of your route.

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 86.4 miles from Stigler, OK, or about 1h 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55.7 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 38 miles or 45m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 86.4 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 34m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Stillwater, OK than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Stigler, 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 Stigler, OK

This is one driving day of about 172.9 miles and 3h 9m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 38 miles from Stigler, 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 Muskogee Turnpike for about 55.7 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in Oklahoma, United States of America

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Broken Arrow, OK

86 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.

Pacing Suggestions

Muskogee, OK

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 38 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Broken Arrow, OK

Meal break

The midpoint is around 86.4 miles from Stigler, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Miss M's Tea Room & Restaurant

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Stigler, Oklahoma

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route $1 to $10

Hours: 10:30 am–2:30 pm

+19189679400

Cafe Mona

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Stillwater, Oklahoma

0.9 mi

Da Vinci's Italian Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Stillwater, Oklahoma

2 mi

Miss M's Tea Room & Restaurant

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route $1 to $10

Stigler, Oklahoma

Hours: 10:30 am–2:30 pm

+19189679400

Cafe Mona

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 172.9

Stillwater, Oklahoma

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+14055333115

Visit website

Waan Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 172.9

Stillwater, Oklahoma

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+14053324059

Da Vinci's Italian Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 172.9

Stillwater, Oklahoma

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+14053720300

Visit website

Planet Orange Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 172.9

Stillwater, OK

Hours: 8 am–2:30 pm

+14057446711

Visit website

Sandwich Planet

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 172.9

Stillwater, Oklahoma

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+14055331237

Visit website

Amish Country Store & Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20 mile 61.7

Muskogee, Oklahoma

Hours: 8 am–3:30 pm

+19186860243

Visit website

Queen City & Co.

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20 mile 49.4

Muskogee, Oklahoma

Hours: 7 am–5:30 pm

+19189122367

Visit website

Francis Energy Charging Station

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 111.1

Sand Springs, Oklahoma

+18004891588

Visit website

Francis Energy Charging Station

2.3 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 172.9

Stillwater, Oklahoma

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18004891588

Visit website

Francis Energy Charging Station

2.3 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 98.8

Tulsa, Oklahoma

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18004891588

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 172.9

Stillwater, Oklahoma

+18004891588

Visit website

Francis Energy Charging Station

2.9 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 98.8

Tulsa, Oklahoma

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18004891588

Visit website

DynamicEVC Charging Station

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 98.8

Tulsa, Oklahoma

+18332172197

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 13

5 decision points cluster between mile 22.9 and 159.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

7
22.9 mi into trip | ~30m in

Take the ramp toward I 40 East: Fort Smith

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes. Toward I 40 East: Fort Smith
8
31 mi into trip | ~38m in

Take the exit toward OK 351: Muskogee, Tulsa

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the sharp right lane. Exit 286 Toward OK 351: Muskogee, Tulsa
8
102.6 mi into trip | ~1h 52m 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
103.5 mi into trip | ~1h 53m 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
159.1 mi into trip | ~2h 50m in | Cimarron Turnpike Spur

Keep slight right at fork onto Cimarron Turnpike Spur toward OK 312 West: Stillwater

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane. Exit 27 Toward OK 312 West: Stillwater

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$27.03 one way

$54.06 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 61 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $29.68 $59.36
premium $4.89 $33.27 $66.55
diesel $5.61 $38.17 $76.35

Estimated Tolls: $5.79

Muskogee Turnpike (55.7 mi) $3.90
Cimarron Turnpike (37.9 mi) $1.89

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

$27

Tolls

$6

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$58–$83

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 60.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 51.9 0 $18.15 $8.30
Efficient EV 43.2 0 $15.13 $6.92
EV Truck/SUV 69.2 0 $24.21 $11.07

Gas CO2

60 kg

EV CO2

20 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 15, 2026

Origin

Stigler, OK

Night in Stigler on Saturday

Local time

9:48 PM

CDT

Current temp

74°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Stillwater, OK

Night in Stillwater on Saturday

Local time

9:48 PM

CDT

Current temp

56°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

18 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

3h 9m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a turn-heavy local drive for this 159.7-mile journey, with 0% highway share. This means you'll be engaging with the road more frequently as you navigate through towns and local thoroughfares, rather than settling into a long highway cruise. The drive will likely involve numerous turns and changes in speed limits as you transition between different local roads, including segments like East Main Street and Main Street. While there isn't a specified longest uninterrupted stretch, the profile suggests a constant need for driver attention due to the frequent directional changes.

75% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 55.7 mi on Muskogee Turnpike.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Muskogee Turnpike and Cimarron Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 22.9 miles in.

Driving Effort 9/10

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 13 significant decision points across 172.9 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 22.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 31 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 102.6 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.

Between Stigler, OK and Stillwater, OK, road signs point toward Tulsa and Joplin.

Tulsa

31 mi in | ~38m

Joplin

102.6 mi in | ~1h 52m | via US 64; OK 51

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 9m. Total distance: 172.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (75%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 55.7 miles on Muskogee Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $5.79 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.

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 Stillwater, 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 22.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 31 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 102.6 miles (US 64; OK 51 / Inner Dispersal Loop): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Possible but tiring. At 3.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Stillwater, OK, but most travelers stay overnight.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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