Stillwater, OK to Bixby, OK is 76.9 miles and takes about 1 hour 41 minutes via Jim Thorpe Memorial Highway and OK 33, with a fuel budget near $12 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Great Plains region, offering a straightforward, same-day trip. With minimal stops recommended, you can expect a relatively uncomplicated journey focused on covering the distance. The route is primarily local roads with some highway sections, making it a good option for a relaxed drive when you don't need a full day on the road.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
38.4 miles from Stillwater, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 49m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Jim Thorpe Memorial Highway
19.3 mi
22m
OK 33
11.3 mi
13m
42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway
8.8 mi
10m
West 151st Street South
8.2 mi
11m
OK 48
8.1 mi
9m
East 6th Avenue
7.6 mi
11m
South Main Street
4.6 mi
7m
US Historic 66
2.9 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
Jim Thorpe Memorial Highway
— 19.3 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stillwater, OK and Bixby, OK.
1
Start on OK 51
7.6 mi·11 min·East 6th Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
Continue on OK 51; OK 108
8.8 mi·10 min·42nd "Rainbow" Infantry Division Memorial Highway
3
Continue on OK 51
3.0 mi·3 min·Jim Thorpe Memorial Highway
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
4
Continue on OK 51
1.7 mi·3 min·West Chicago Avenue
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
5
Continue on OK 51
16 mi·18 min·Jim Thorpe Memorial Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Turn right onto West 31st Street South
0.5 mi·50 sec·West 31st Street South
7
Turn right onto OK 48
8.1 mi·9 min·OK 48
8
Turn left onto OK 33
11 mi·13 min·OK 33
Use the straight / left lanes.
9
At end of road, turn left onto US Historic 66; OK 33; OK 66
2.9 mi·3 min·US Historic 66; OK 33; OK 66
Use the left lane.
10
Turn right onto OK 66; OK 117
0.6 mi·1 min·OK 66; OK 117
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Continue on OK 66; OK 117
0.2 mi·15 sec·OK 66; OK 117
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Continue on OK 66; OK 117
0.9 mi·2 min·OK 66; OK 117
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Turn right onto US 75 Alternate
4.6 mi·7 min·South Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Turn left onto OK 67
1.9 mi·3 min·Indiana Avenue
Use the left lane.
15
Continue on OK 67
8.2 mi·11 min·West 151st Street South
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Turn right onto North Armstrong Street
0.2 mi·42 sec·North Armstrong Street
17
Arrive at destination
North Armstrong Street
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of just over 1.5 hours, you have plenty of flexibility for when you depart. Leaving Stillwater in the morning or early afternoon will easily get you to Bixby before evening. Since there are no recommended stops, plan your fuel and any necessities before you leave Stillwater, as opportunities may be limited on this particular route. Keep an eye on your navigation, especially as you transition between the Jim Thorpe Memorial Highway and OK 33, to ensure you make all the necessary turns efficiently. This drive is best suited for a single, unhurried leg 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 38.4 miles from Stillwater, OK, or about 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 19.3 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 17 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38.4 miles or 49m 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 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bixby, OK than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Stillwater, OK so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Stillwater, OK
This is one driving day of about 76.9 miles and 1h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Stillwater, OK.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Jim Thorpe Memorial Highway for about 19.3 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 9
5 decision points cluster between mile 46 and 66.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
46 mi into trip|~57m in|OK 33
Turn left onto OK 33
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
5
57.3 mi into trip|~1h 11m in|US Historic 66; OK 33; OK 66
At end of road, turn left onto US Historic 66; OK 33; OK 66
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
60.2 mi into trip|~1h 14m in|OK 66; OK 117
Turn right onto OK 66; OK 117
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
61.9 mi into trip|~1h 18m in|US 75 Alternate / South Main Street
Turn right onto US 75 Alternate / South Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
66.5 mi into trip|~1h 25m in|OK 67 / Indiana Avenue
Turn left onto OK 67 / Indiana Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.02 one way
$24.04 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg27 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$13.20
$26.40
premium
$4.89
$14.80
$29.60
diesel
$5.61
$16.98
$33.96
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
23.1
0
$8.07
$3.69
Efficient EV
19.2
0
$6.73
$3.08
EV Truck/SUV
30.8
0
$10.77
$4.92
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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
Stillwater, OK
Night
in Stillwater on Saturday
Local time
11:16 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Bixby, OK
Night
in Bixby on Saturday
Local time
11:16 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°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
1 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 41m 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?
This drive is characterized by frequent turns, giving it a 'turn-heavy local drive' profile. You'll spend about 27% of your time on highways, with the longest uninterrupted stretch being 19.3 miles along the Jim Thorpe Memorial Highway. As you progress, expect the scenery to shift between sections of faster highway driving and more winding local roads. This mix means you'll need to stay attentive, as the pace can change unexpectedly. It's less of a straight-line interstate cruise and more of a journey through local landscapes with varied road conditions.
Only 27% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 19.3 mi on Jim Thorpe Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 46 miles in near OK 33.
Driving Effort5/10
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 76.9 miles you will encounter 9 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 46 miles (OK 33): Lane positioning matters here; at 57.3 miles (US Historic 66; OK 33; OK 66): Lane positioning matters here; at 60.2 miles (OK 66; OK 117): Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 41m. Total distance: 76.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (27%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 19.3 miles on Jim Thorpe Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 46 miles (OK 33): Lane positioning matters here; at 57.3 miles (US Historic 66; OK 33; OK 66): Lane positioning matters here; at 60.2 miles (OK 66; OK 117): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Bixby, OK before heading back.
