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Trip from Stillwater, OK to Heavener, OK
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 56m
Distance
209 mi
336 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$31
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 44m
★
6 AM
3h 56m
8 AM
4h 22m
10 AM
4h 5m
12 PM
4h 3m
3 PM
4h 7m
5 PM
4h 21m
8 PM
3h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Stillwater, OK
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Heavener, OK
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Trip Overview
Stillwater, OK to Heavener, OK is 209 miles and takes about 3h 56m via Muskogee Turnpike and US 59, with a fuel budget near $37 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Oklahoma, moving from the Great Plains region to another part of the Great Plains. Expect a predominantly highway experience for most of the drive. With a duration under four hours, this route is well-suited for a single day, allowing for a relaxed pace and potential for spontaneous stops if you wish.
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
104.5 miles from Stillwater, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 54m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Muskogee Turnpike | 55.3 mi | 53m |
| Cimarron Turnpike | 31.4 mi | 29m |
| US 59 | 26.2 mi | 38m |
| Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway | 20.7 mi | 21m |
| Kerr Boulevard | 20 mi | 23m |
| Sand Springs Expressway | 14.4 mi | 16m |
| Broken Arrow Expressway | 11.8 mi | 14m |
| Keystone Expressway | 8.6 mi | 9m |
Longest stretch:
Muskogee Turnpike
— 55.3 mi, about 53m
Traffic on I-244
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 6 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~3,376 veh/hr typical
Quietest
2 AM
~171 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
19.7×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
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 Stillwater, OK and Heavener, OK.
1
Start on OK 51
0.4 mi
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1 min
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East 6th Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
Turn left onto US 177
6.1 mi
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10 min
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South Perkins Road
Use the left lane.
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
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44 sec
Toward OK 312 East: Tulsa
Use the right lane.
4
Merge onto OK 312
6.4 mi
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6 min
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Cimarron Turnpike Spur
5
Merge onto US 412
31 mi
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29 min
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Cimarron Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on US 412
5.0 mi
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5 min
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Keystone Expressway
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on US 64; US 412
1.2 mi
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1 min
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Jerald Warden Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on US 64; US 412
3.6 mi
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3 min
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Keystone Expressway
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on US 64; US 412
14 mi
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16 min
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Sand Springs Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit onto US 64; OK 51
0.2 mi
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26 sec
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US 64; OK 51
Toward I 244 West, US 64 East, OK 51 East, US 75 South: Broken Arrow, Okmulgee, Oklahoma City
Use the right lane.
11
Merge onto I 244; US 64; OK 51
0.6 mi
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49 sec
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Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway
12
Take the exit onto US 64; OK 51
0.3 mi
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35 sec
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Inner Dispersal Loop
Exit 4B
Toward US 75 North, US 64 East, OK 51 East: Broken Arrow
Use the left lane.
13
Continue on US 64; US 75; OK 51
1.0 mi
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1 min
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Broken Arrow Expressway
Toward US 75 North, US 64 East, OK 51 East: Broken Arrow, Bartlesville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight right at fork onto US 64; OK 51
11 mi
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13 min
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Broken Arrow Expressway
Toward US 64 East, OK 51 East: Broken Arrow
Use the straight lane.
15
Continue on OK 51
379 ft
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5 sec
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Representative David Brumbaugh Memorial Bridge
16
Continue on OK 51
3.8 mi
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4 min
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Disabled American Veterans Highway
Use the straight lane.
17
Continue on OK 351
55 mi
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53 min
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Muskogee Turnpike
Toward OK 351 East: Muskogee, Fort Smith
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi
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1 min
Exit 56B
Toward I 40 East: Fort Smith
19
Merge onto I 40
21 mi
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21 min
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Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
20
Take the exit onto I 40 Business
0.2 mi
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31 sec
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I 40 Business
Exit 308
Toward I 40 Business East, US 59: Sallisaw, Poteau
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Turn right onto US 59
20 mi
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23 min
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Kerr Boulevard
Use the right lane.
22
Turn right onto US 59; US 271
359 ft
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7 sec
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US 59; US 271
23
Continue on US 59; US 271
0.1 mi
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10 sec
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US 59; US 271
Use the straight / left lanes.
24
Continue on US 59; US 271
10 mi
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15 min
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US 59; US 271
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
25
Turn right onto US 59; US 271
16 mi
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23 min
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US 59; US 271
Use the straight / right lanes.
26
Turn left onto West Avenue C
384 ft
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21 sec
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West Avenue C
27
Turn left onto Main Street
207 ft
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10 sec
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Main Street
28
Turn right onto East Avenue C
430 ft
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20 sec
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East Avenue C
29
Turn right onto East 1st Street
104 ft
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4 sec
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East 1st Street
30
Arrive at destination
East 1st Street
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour 56-minute drive time, leaving Stillwater in the morning is ideal, allowing ample daylight to reach Heavener. The route has only one recommended stop, so plan to fuel up before you depart or at a convenient point along the Muskogee Turnpike, as the longest stretch without a major town is over 55 miles. The 74% highway share means you'll be on turnpikes for a significant portion, so be prepared for potential tolls. Since this is a manageable one-day trip, you have flexibility to adjust your departure time or linger at any point along the way without feeling rushed.
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 104.5 miles from Stillwater, OK, or about 1h 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55.3 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 46 miles or 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 104.5 miles or 1h 54m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 3m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Heavener, 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.
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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 Stillwater, OK
This is one driving day of about 209 miles and 3h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 46 miles from Stillwater, 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 55.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
105 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 46 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 104.5 miles from Stillwater, 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.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Muskogee Turnpike Concession
0 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.3 mi from route
Rest Area
1.2 mi from route
Rest Area
1.2 mi from route
Rest Area
1.3 mi from route
Rest Area
1.4 mi from route
QuikTrip
2.3 mi from route
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 225 decision points cluster between mile 68.7 and 162.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
68.7 mi into trip
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~1h 14m in
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US 64; OK 51
Take the exit onto US 64; OK 51 toward I 244 West, US 64 East, OK 51 East, US 75 South: Broken Arrow, Okmulgee, Oklahoma City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward I 244 West, US 64 East, OK 51 East, US 7...
8
69.6 mi into trip
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~1h 16m in
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US 64; OK 51 / Inner Dispersal Loop
Take the exit onto US 64; OK 51 / Inner Dispersal Loop toward US 75 North, US 64 East, OK 51 East: Broken Arrow
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Exit 4B
Toward US 75 North, US 64 East, OK 51 East: Bro...
8
70.8 mi into trip
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~1h 18m in
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US 64; OK 51 / Broken Arrow Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto US 64; OK 51 / Broken Arrow Expressway toward US 64 East, OK 51 East: Broken Arrow
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward US 64 East, OK 51 East: Broken Arrow
6
140.8 mi into trip
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~2h 30m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 40 East: Fort Smith
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 56B
Toward I 40 East: Fort Smith
8
162.5 mi into trip
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~2h 52m in
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I 40 Business
Take the exit onto I 40 Business toward I 40 Business East, US 59: Sallisaw, Poteau
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 308
Toward I 40 Business East, US 59: Sallisaw, Pot...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$30.86 one way
$61.73 round trip
$3.75/gal
25.4 MPG avg
73 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.14 | $34.07 | $68.15 |
| premium | $4.72 | $38.80 | $77.61 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $39.46 | $78.93 |
Estimated Tolls: $5.76
Muskogee Turnpike
(55.3 mi)
$3.87
Cimarron Turnpike
(37.8 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
$31
Tolls
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$62–$87
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 73.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 62.7 | 0 | $21.95 | $10.03 |
| Efficient EV | 52.3 | 0 | $18.29 | $8.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 83.6 | 1 | $29.26 | $13.38 |
Gas CO2
73 kg
EV CO2
24 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.
Origin
Stillwater, OK
Late night in Stillwater on Sunday
Local time
4:03 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Clear
S 3 to 9 mph
15% chance
Live forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued July 18 at 7:26PM CDT until July 18 at 7:30PM CDT by NWS Norman OK
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 7:26PM CDT by NWS Norman OK
Destination
Heavener, OK
Late night in Heavener on Sunday
Local time
4:03 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
S 0 to 5 mph
19% chance
Live forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued July 18 at 7:26PM CDT until July 18 at 7:30PM CDT by NWS Norman OK
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 7:26PM CDT by NWS Norman 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
3h 56m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
The drive is mostly highway, with 74% of the 209 miles on major roadways like the Muskogee Turnpike and Cimarron Turnpike. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 55.3 miles on the Muskogee Turnpike, offering sustained cruising. After the highway segments, you'll transition to surface roads for the remaining portion of the trip, likely experiencing a change in traffic patterns and speed limits.
74% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
30 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 55.3 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 68.7 miles in near US 64; OK 51.
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 22 significant decision points across 209 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 68.7 miles (US 64; OK 51): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 69.6 miles (US 64; OK 51 / Inner Dispersal Loop): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 70.8 miles (US 64; OK 51 / Broken Arrow Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,005 ft
474 ft
Total Climb
221 ft
Total Descent
559 ft
Highest Point
1,005 ft
~14.9 mi in
Elevation Range
531 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Stillwater, OK and Heavener, OK, road signs point toward Okmulgee, Oklahoma City, Bartlesville, Fort Smith and Poteau.
Okmulgee
68.7 mi in
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~1h 14m
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via US 64; OK 51
Oklahoma City
68.7 mi in
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~1h 14m
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via US 64; OK 51
Bartlesville
69.9 mi in
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~1h 16m
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via US 64; US 75; OK 51
Fort Smith
85.5 mi in
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~1h 36m
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via OK 351
Poteau
162.5 mi in
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~2h 52m
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via I 40 Business
About the Cities
Starting in Stillwater, OK
Full guide →Founded 1884
Stillwater, in the Frontier Country region of Oklahoma, is home to Oklahoma State University (OSU). It has a distinct small town feel combined with a uniquely welcoming mid-west atmosphere, and OSU brings a young diverse population further enriching the city's culture. The population of 50,000 (2019) varies depending on the time of year from a peak during OSU's homecoming football weekend to the less crowded summer when most students are on break. Stillwater has several districts each with their own unique atmosphere and places to enjoy. Whether you are looking to shop in Downtown Stillwater's boutique shops, enjoy outdoor recreation on the edge of town, or wanting to live it up at a famous bar on The Strip, Stillwater has a place for everyone.
Top landmarks
- • Pleasant Valley School — historic schoolhouse in Stillwater, Oklahoma, United States
- • Magruder Plots — human settlement in United States of America
- • Citizens Bank Building — listed on the NRHP in Oklahoma
Arriving in Heavener, OK
Full guide →Heavener is in the Choctaw Country of Oklahoma and near Poteau Mountain and the Runestone State Park.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 56m. Total distance: 209 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 55.3 miles on Muskogee Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $5.76 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.
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 Heavener, 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: at 68.7 miles (US 64; OK 51): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 69.6 miles (US 64; OK 51 / Inner Dispersal Loop): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 70.8 miles (US 64; OK 51 / Broken Arrow Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 3.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.9 hours — manageable with a long break at Heavener, 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, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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