How far is Copeland, OK from McAlester, OK?
The driving distance from Copeland, OK to McAlester, OK is about 151.9 miles (244.5 km), with a travel time of about 03h 04m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 130.2 miles (209.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 08m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 04m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Oklahoma, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Copeland and McAlester.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Copeland and McAlester.
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Start on East 250 Road
92 m · 13 sec · East 250 Road
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Turn sharp left
8.4 mi · 12 min
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Continue on US 59 North, US 69 North: Miami
1269 ft · 20 sec
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Turn slight right onto I 44: Tulsa, Joplin
1190 ft · 44 sec
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Turn straight
156 m · 9 sec
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Take the ramp straight toward I 44: Tulsa, Joplin
1738 ft · 42 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on PIKEPASS Only
3038 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Will Rogers Turnpike
19.2 mi · 19 min · Will Rogers Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward US 69: Big Cabin
2010 ft · 49 sec
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Keep slight left
45 m · 6 sec
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Turn left
44.1 mi · 57 min
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Continue on South Dewey Avenue
10.9 mi · 14 min · South Dewey Avenue
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Continue on North 32nd Street
3.4 mi · 6 min · North 32nd Street
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Continue on South 32nd Street
62.2 mi · 1 hr 9 min · South 32nd Street
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Take the exit slight right toward US 270 West, OK 1 West, OK 31 West
1138 ft · 28 sec
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Turn slight right onto East Carl Albert Parkway
1.6 mi · 4 min · East Carl Albert Parkway
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Turn right onto North Main Street
5 m · 1 sec · North Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Copeland and McAlester.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
South 32nd Street
Continue on South 32nd Street
62.2 mi · 01h 09m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Sunny leaving Copeland and Sunny near McAlester.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Copeland to McAlester?
The road trip is about 151.9 miles (244.5 km) and usually takes 03h 04m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Wagoner is a useful midpoint, sitting about 76.1 miles from Copeland and 75.9 miles from McAlester.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 130.2 miles (209.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.7 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:52 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.30 one way or $40.60 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 47.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Copeland and Sunny near McAlester.
Stop Ideas Near Wagoner
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Copeland and McAlester. Straight-line distance: 130.18 mi (209.5 km).
#1 Copeland
A city in Payne County, Oklahoma.
| Population | 68,424 |
| Coordinates | 36.6559100, -94.8282900 |
| Altitude | 241 |
| Country | United States |
#2 McAlester
City in Oklahoma
| Population | 17,788 |
| Coordinates | 34.9334300, -95.7697100 |
| Altitude | 224 |
| Country | United States |
End: McAlester (-95.76971, 34.93343)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 245 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 47m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 53m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.79 | $20.30 | $40.60 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $22.83 | $45.66 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $24.79 | $49.58 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $29.02 | $58.05 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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