Stretching 102.7 miles across the Oklahoma Great Plains, this drive from Stigler to Tulsa is a straightforward journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 55 minutes. You can easily complete this trip in a single day, making it ideal for a quick transition between these two points. Budget approximately $16 for fuel to cover the distance. Because you stay within the same region, the landscape remains consistent throughout the trek. It is a practical, efficient route that prioritizes speed over sightseeing, perfect for travelers who want to reach their destination without unnecessary delays.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
51.4 miles from Stigler, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 59m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Muskogee Turnpike
55.7 mi
54m
Pamela Cleveland Argo Memorial Bridge
15.8 mi
19m
Broken Arrow Expressway
10.5 mi
12m
Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway
7.7 mi
7m
East Main Street
6.5 mi
9m
Disabled American Veterans Highway
3.4 mi
3m
South Boston Avenue East
0.7 mi
2m
Main Street
0.6 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Muskogee Turnpike
— 55.7 mi, about 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stigler, OK and Tulsa, 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 SmithUse 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 286Toward OK 351: Muskogee, TulsaUse 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
11 mi·12 min·Broken Arrow Expressway
Use the straight lane.
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi·39 sec
Toward Detroit Avenue, DowntownUse the slight right lane.
15
Turn left onto East 13th Street South
0.2 mi·28 sec·East 13th Street South
Use the straight / left lanes.
16
Turn right onto South Boston Avenue East
0.7 mi·2 min·South Boston Avenue East
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
17
At end of road, turn left onto East 3rd Street South
0.1 mi·31 sec·East 3rd Street South
Use the left lane.
18
Turn right onto South Boulder Avenue West
390 ft·15 sec·South Boulder Avenue West
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
19
Arrive at destination
South Boulder Avenue West
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around local traffic patterns. You will not need to worry about overnight lodging, as the entire 102.7-mile drive is manageable in one sitting without any required stops. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before leaving Stigler so you can complete the journey for the estimated $16 without needing to detour for gas. Because the route is dominated by turnpikes and expressways, be prepared for potential toll costs that may fall outside of your fuel budget. Leaving during off-peak hours will help ensure you maintain the 1 hour and 55 minute travel time without congestion.
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 51.4 miles from Stigler, OK, or about 59m 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 23 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 51.4 miles or 59m 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 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Tulsa, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Stigler, OK
This is one driving day of about 102.7 miles and 1h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Stigler, OK.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
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.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 10
5 decision points cluster between mile 22.9 and 102.7 — 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
7
101.4 mi into trip|~1h 50m in
Take the exit toward Detroit Avenue, Downtown
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 Detroit Avenue, Downtown
7
102.5 mi into trip|~1h 54m in|East 3rd Street South
At end of road, turn left onto East 3rd Street South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
102.7 mi into trip|~1h 54m in|South Boulder Avenue West
Turn right onto South Boulder Avenue West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.06 one way
$32.11 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg36 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$17.63
$35.26
premium
$4.89
$19.76
$39.53
diesel
$5.61
$22.67
$45.35
Estimated Tolls: $3.90
Muskogee Turnpike
(55.7 mi)$3.90
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
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
30.8
0
$10.78
$4.93
Efficient EV
25.7
0
$8.99
$4.11
EV Truck/SUV
41.1
0
$14.38
$6.57
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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026
Origin
Stigler, OK
Late night
in Stigler on Tuesday
Local time
4:24 AM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Tulsa, OK
Late night
in Tulsa on Tuesday
Local time
4:24 AM
CDT
Current temp
75°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 55m 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?
Expect a highway-focused drive that relies heavily on major thoroughfares, with 64% of your time spent on high-speed roads. Your journey is anchored by the Muskogee Turnpike, which hosts the longest uninterrupted stretch of 55.7 miles. You will also navigate the Pamela Cleveland Argo Memorial Bridge and transition onto the Broken Arrow Expressway as you approach your destination. The experience is designed for steady cruising rather than technical maneuvering, providing a consistent pace from start to finish. This setup allows you to cover the total mileage efficiently while staying on well-maintained paths.
64% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 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?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Muskogee Turnpike and Pamela Cleveland Argo Memorial Bridge. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 22.9 miles in.
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 102.7 miles you will encounter 10 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 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 101.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Tulsa calls itself the "Oil Capital of the World." Here, the age of the oil boom found its center. A small town by US standards, metropolitan luxuries such as theater, fine dining, nightlife, and shopping are found in a state known for sparsely populated farming communities. The picturesque downtown is surrounded by rolling hills covered with prairie grasses and ancient forests, a first impression that soon reveals world-class architecture and museums of art, miles of biking and walking trails, and huge parks. With a wealth of iconic sights and neighborhoods to explore, a trip to Tulsa can easily fit several weeks of touring.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 55m. Total distance: 102.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (64%). 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 $3.90 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 Tulsa, 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 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 101.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 Tulsa, OK before heading back.
