Origin
Wilson, OK
Late night in Wilson on Sunday
Local time
5:34 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wilson, OK to Tulsa, OK
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 59m
Distance
146.7 mi
236 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 49m
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6 AM
3h 0m
8 AM
3h 23m
10 AM
3h 8m
12 PM
3h 6m
3 PM
3h 9m
5 PM
3h 21m
8 PM
2h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wilson, OK
Mateusz Dach
Trip Overview
This 146.7-mile drive from Wilson, OK to Tulsa, OK is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 59 minutes. You'll primarily be on the Indian Nation Turnpike, South Mississippi Avenue, and Trooper William McClendon Memorial Highway. With a projected fuel cost of around $23, this route offers a budget-friendly journey. The drive traverses the Great Plains region for both its origin and destination, suggesting a consistent landscape. This trip is well-suited for a spontaneous departure or a relaxed morning start, with only one recommended stop.
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
73.3 miles from Wilson, OK
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 29m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Nation Turnpike | 41.5 mi | 39m |
| South Mississippi Avenue | 32.8 mi | 36m |
| Trooper William McClendon Memorial Highway | 13.8 mi | 16m |
| OK 7 | 11.8 mi | 20m |
| Colonel John L. Hillman Parkway | 10.7 mi | 12m |
| Okmulgee Beeline | 9.8 mi | 12m |
| Okmulgee Expressway | 7.2 mi | 8m |
| US 69 | 6.6 mi | 8m |
Longest stretch:
Indian Nation Turnpike
— 41.5 mi, about 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wilson, OK and Tulsa, OK.
1
Start on Artesian Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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Artesian Road
2
Turn left onto Bob White Lane
1.5 mi
·
2 min
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Bob White Lane
3
At end of road, turn right onto OK 7
5.4 mi
·
9 min
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OK 7
4
Continue on OK 7
3.7 mi
·
6 min
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OK 7
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
5
Continue on OK 7
2.8 mi
·
4 min
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OK 7
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Turn left onto US 69; US 75
33 mi
·
36 min
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South Mississippi Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Continue on US 69
6.6 mi
·
8 min
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US 69
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward OK 375 North
Use the sharp right lane.
9
Merge onto OK 375
42 mi
·
39 min
·
Indian Nation Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on I 40 Business; US 62; US 75
1.4 mi
·
2 min
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I 40 Business; US 62; US 75
Toward US 62 East, US 75 North, I 40 Business West: Henryetta, Okmulgee
Use the left / straight lanes.
11
Continue on US 62; US 75
10 mi
·
12 min
·
Colonel John L. Hillman Parkway
Toward US 62 East, US 75 North: Okmulgee, Tulsa
Use the straight lane.
12
Continue on US 62; US 75
5.1 mi
·
9 min
·
South Wood Drive
Toward US 62 East, US 75 North: Okmulgee, Tulsa
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Continue on US 75
0.5 mi
·
35 sec
·
Colonel John L. Hillman Parkway
Toward US 75 North: Tulsa
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Continue on US 75
14 mi
·
16 min
·
Trooper William McClendon Memorial Highway
Toward US 75 North: Tulsa
Use the straight / sharp right lanes.
15
Continue on US 75
9.8 mi
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12 min
·
Okmulgee Beeline
Toward US 75 North: Tulsa
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Continue on US 75
7.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Okmulgee Expressway
Toward US 75 North: Tulsa
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Merge onto I 244; US 75
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway
Toward US 75 North, I 244 East: Downtown Tulsa
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 4C
Toward 7th Street, Downtown
Use the slight right lane.
19
Turn left onto South Lawton Avenue West
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
South Lawton Avenue West
Use the left lane.
20
Turn straight onto West Heavy Traffic Way South
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
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West Heavy Traffic Way South
Use the straight / sharp right lanes.
21
Continue on West 2nd Street South
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
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West 2nd Street South
22
At end of road, turn right onto South Frisco Avenue
386 ft
·
20 sec
·
South Frisco Avenue
Use the right lane.
23
Turn left onto West 3rd Street South
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
West 3rd Street South
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
24
Turn left onto South Boulder Avenue West
390 ft
·
15 sec
·
South Boulder Avenue West
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
25
Arrive at destination
South Boulder Avenue West
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of under 3 hours, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience. Consider leaving Wilson, OK in the late morning to arrive in Tulsa, OK in the early afternoon, allowing for a full day upon arrival. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost estimate of $23, planning is straightforward. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 41.5-mile stretch on the Indian Nation Turnpike, to ensure you have ample fuel before reaching a service area.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 73.3 miles from Wilson, OK, or about 1h 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 41.5 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 32 miles or 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 73.3 miles or 1h 29m 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 24m
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 Wilson, 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 Wilson, OK
This is one driving day of about 146.7 miles and 2h 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Wilson, 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 Indian Nation Turnpike for about 41.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
73 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 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 73.3 miles from Wilson, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 195 decision points cluster between mile 143.5 and 146.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
143.5 mi into trip
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~2h 53m in
|
I 244; US 75 / Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway
Merge onto I 244; US 75 / Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway toward US 75 North, I 244 East: Downtown Tulsa
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward US 75 North, I 244 East: Downtown Tulsa
8
145.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 56m in
Take the exit toward 7th Street, 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.
Exit 4C
Toward 7th Street, Downtown
7
146.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 58m in
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South Frisco Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto South Frisco Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
146.3 mi into trip
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~2h 58m in
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West 3rd Street South
Turn left onto West 3rd Street South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
7
146.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 59m in
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South Boulder Avenue West
Turn left onto South Boulder Avenue West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.93 one way
$45.87 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
51 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $25.18 | $50.36 |
| premium | $4.89 | $28.23 | $56.46 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $32.39 | $64.78 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.91
Indian Nation Turnpike
(41.5 mi)
$2.91
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
$23
Tolls
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 44 | 0 | $15.40 | $7.04 |
| Efficient EV | 36.7 | 0 | $12.84 | $5.87 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 58.7 | 0 | $20.54 | $9.39 |
Gas CO2
51 kg
EV CO2
17 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.
Destination
Tulsa, OK
Late night in Tulsa on Sunday
Local time
5:34 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°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
2h 59m 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 mixed drive on this route, with 55% of the journey utilizing highway speeds. The longest uninterrupted stretch spans 41.5 miles on the Indian Nation Turnpike, offering a period of steady progress. While much of the drive is on well-maintained roadways, the 'mixed' profile indicates you'll likely experience transitions between faster highway sections and potentially more local roads as you approach your destination. This blend means you'll get a taste of both efficient travel and more nuanced driving.
55% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 41.5 mi on Indian Nation Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 19 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 143.5 miles in near I 244; US 75 / Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 146.7 miles you will encounter 19 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 143.5 miles (I 244; US 75 / Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 145.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 146.2 miles (South Frisco Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
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.
On the drive from Wilson, OK to Tulsa, OK, road signs begin pointing toward Okmulgee along the way.
Okmulgee
95.5 mi in
|
~1h 51m
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via I 40 Business; US 62; US 75
About the Cities
Arriving in Tulsa, OK
Full guide →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.
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 2h 59m. Total distance: 146.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (55%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 41.5 miles on Indian Nation Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $2.91 in tolls one way, starting with Indian Nation 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, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 143.5 miles (I 244; US 75 / Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 145.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 146.2 miles (South Frisco Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Tulsa, OK before heading back.
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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