How far is Copeland, OK from Talihina, OK?
The driving distance from Copeland, OK to Talihina, OK is about 185.3 miles (298.2 km), with a travel time of about 03h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 132.2 miles (212.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 46m 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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Halfway Point
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City in Oklahoma, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Copeland and Talihina.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Copeland and Talihina.
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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
8.3 mi · 11 min · South Dewey Avenue
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Turn left onto Ft. Smith
1680 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left onto Muskogee Turnpike
29.7 mi · 30 min · Muskogee Turnpike
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Keep slight right to continue on I 40 West: Oklahoma City
1801 ft · 23 sec
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Merge slight left onto Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway
7.3 mi · 7 min · Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 266, OK 2: Muskogee, Warner, Porum
1339 ft · 33 sec
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Keep slight left
26.7 mi · 34 min
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Broadway
7 mi · 12 min · Broadway
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Turn right
12.9 mi · 19 min
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At the end of the road, turn right
1.1 km · 54 sec
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Turn left onto Southeast 2nd Street
4.2 mi · 5 min · Southeast 2nd Street
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Continue straight
10.4 mi · 14 min
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Continue straight
2.8 mi · 5 min
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Turn left onto Talimena Scenic Drive
1419 ft · 28 sec · Talimena Scenic Drive
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Continue on Dallas Street
1240 ft · 27 sec · Dallas Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Dallas Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Copeland and Talihina.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Longest stretch
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44.1 mi · 00h 57m
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.
Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Copeland and Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Talihina.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Copeland to Talihina?
The road trip is about 185.3 miles (298.2 km) and usually takes 03h 53m 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?
Muskogee is a useful midpoint, sitting about 92.7 miles from Copeland and 92.6 miles from Talihina.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 132.2 miles (212.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 53.1 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 9:14 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.77 one way or $49.53 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 58.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Copeland and Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Talihina.
Stop Ideas Near Muskogee
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Muskogee.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Copeland and Talihina. Straight-line distance: 132.16 mi (212.69 km).
#1 Copeland
A city in Payne County, Oklahoma.
| Population | 68,424 |
| Coordinates | 36.6559100, -94.8282900 |
| Altitude | 241 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Talihina
City in Le Flore County, Oklahoma, United States of America
| Population | 1,079 |
| Coordinates | 34.7514900, -95.0480200 |
| Altitude | 208 |
| Country | United States |
End: Talihina (-95.04802, 34.75149)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 298 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 37m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 05m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 18m |
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 | $24.77 | $49.53 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $27.85 | $55.71 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $30.25 | $60.50 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $35.41 | $70.83 |
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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