How far is McLoud, OK from Tulsa, OK?

Fastest route

The distance between McLoud, Oklahoma and Tulsa, Oklahoma is approximately 90.4 miles (145.6 kilometers). The fastest route to drive from McLoud to Tulsa is via I-44 E, which takes approximately 1 hour and 26 minutes. This route has tolls.

Directions

To get from McLoud to Tulsa, follow these directions:

  1. Start by heading west on E Broadway toward S Main St.
  2. Turn right at the first cross street onto OK-102 N/N Main St.
  3. Continue to follow OK-102 N and then turn right onto OK-66 E/U.S. Rt. 66.
  4. Merge left to get onto I-44 E toward Turnpike/Tulsa (this section of the route is a toll road).
  5. Stay on I-44 E until you reach Tulsa.
  6. Take exit 4C from I-244 E (another toll road).
  7. Keep left to continue on I-244 E.
  8. Take exit 4C for 7th St toward Downtown.
  9. Continue on S Lawton Ave and then take S Heavy Traffic Way.
  10. Turn right onto S Houston Ave and then left onto S Denver Ave.
  11. Finally, turn left at the second cross street onto S Boulder Ave/South Boulder Ave W.

Tips & Suggestions

  • ๐Ÿš— Consider using a navigation app or GPS device to help you navigate the route.
  • โ›ฝ Make sure your vehicle has enough fuel for the journey.
  • ๐Ÿšฆ Be aware of traffic conditions and plan your departure time accordingly.
  • ๐Ÿ“ž Keep emergency contact numbers handy in case of any unexpected situations.
  • ๐Ÿ“ฑ Silence or put your phone on a hands-free mode while driving to avoid distractions.
  • ๐Ÿด If you need to take a break or grab a bite to eat, there are several rest areas and restaurants along the way.
  • ๐Ÿšง Stay alert for construction zones and follow any posted detour signs.
  • ๐Ÿงด Don't forget to bring essentials like water, snacks, and any necessary medication.
  • ๐Ÿ•’ Allow extra time for your journey in case of unexpected delays.
  • ๐Ÿš— Observe and follow all traffic laws and regulations for a safe and enjoyable trip.
Trip Tools

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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
93.8 mi
01h 30m
Flight
79.07 mi
127.25 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

Learn Distance

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
79.07 mi
Kilometers
127.25 km
Flight Time
00h 09m

Driving Distance

Road route
93.8 mi
Kilometers
150.96 km
Drive Time
01h 30m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 01h 30m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Tulsa
Thu, Apr 23, 4:43 AM CDT
Return by in McLoud
Thu, Apr 23, 6:13 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave McLoud
2026-04-23T03:12
Arrive Tulsa
Thu, Apr 23, 4:43 AM CDT
Route Timing
01h 30m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:31 AM to 11:31 AM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
3:28 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in McLoud
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Stroud
OK

City in Oklahoma

From McLoud
46.9 mi
00h 45m
To Tulsa
47 mi
00h 45m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
80ยฐF
Thursday

Mostly Cloudy

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
18 to 24 mph S
Destination
78ยฐF
Thursday

Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
15 to 20 mph S

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between McLoud and Tulsa.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between McLoud and Tulsa.

  1. 1

    Start on East Broadway Street

    47 m ยท 7 sec ยท East Broadway Street

  2. 2

    Turn right onto North Main Street

    2.8 mi ยท 4 min ยท North Main Street

  3. 3

    Continue straight

    1.1 mi ยท 2 min

  4. 4

    Turn right

    5.4 mi ยท 8 min

  5. 5

    Turn left

    12.3 mi ยท 14 min

  6. 6

    Turn left

    1.2 mi ยท 1 min

  7. 7

    Take the ramp right

    1196 ft ยท 29 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight left onto Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike

    63.6 mi ยท 1 hr 3 min ยท Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike

  9. 9

    Continue on Skelly Bypass

    1.2 mi ยท 2 min ยท Skelly Bypass

  10. 10

    Keep slight left to continue on Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway

    4.7 mi ยท 6 min ยท Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway

  11. 11

    Take the exit slight right toward 7th Street, Downtown

    1339 ft ยท 35 sec

  12. 12

    Turn left onto South Lawton Avenue West

    714 ft ยท 26 sec ยท South Lawton Avenue West

  13. 13

    Turn straight onto West Heavy Traffic Way South

    1090 ft ยท 39 sec ยท West Heavy Traffic Way South

  14. 14

    Turn right onto South Guthrie Avenue West

    114 m ยท 18 sec ยท South Guthrie Avenue West

  15. 15

    Turn left onto West 3rd Street South

    1902 ft ยท 1 min ยท West 3rd Street South

  16. 16

    Turn left onto South Boulder Avenue West

    119 m ยท 18 sec ยท South Boulder Avenue West

  17. 17

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m ยท 1 sec ยท South Boulder Avenue West

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between McLoud and Tulsa.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
17 steps
10 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
18.1 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike
63.6 mi ยท 68%
North Main Street
4.17 mi ยท 4%
Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway
2.37 mi ยท 3%
Martin Luther King
2.37 mi ยท 3%
Skelly Bypass
1.21 mi ยท 1%
West 3rd Street South
0.36 mi
Longest Stretch

Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike

Merge slight left onto Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike

63.6 mi ยท 01h 03m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A comfortable day-trip route

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

Drive Time
01h 30m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
03h 02m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+14.7 mi
79.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Stroud
00h 45m from McLoud
Leave By
3:28 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Cloudy leaving McLoud and Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Tulsa.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from McLoud to Tulsa?

The road trip is about 93.8 miles (151 km) and usually takes 01h 30m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Stroud is a useful midpoint, sitting about 46.9 miles from McLoud and 47 miles from Tulsa.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 79.1 miles (127.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.7 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:28 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.53 one way or $25.07 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 29.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around McLoud and Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Tulsa.

Stop Ideas Near Stroud

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Stroud, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Stroud.

RAIL

Guthrie, OK

71 mi away
409 West Oklahoma Ave.
BUS

Tulsa, Oklahoma

75 mi away
317 South Detroit St.
RAIL

Santa Fe Depot

83 mi away
100 South E.K. Gaylord Blvd.
RAIL

Norman

92 mi away
200 South Jones Avenue

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between McLoud and Tulsa. Straight-line distance: 79.07 mi (127.25 km).

McLoud

#1 McLoud

City in Pottawatomie County, Oklahoma, United States of America

Population4,800
Coordinates35.4359000, -97.0914200
Altitude333
CountryUnited States
Tulsa

#2 Tulsa

The second most populous city in Oklahoma and the center of the Tulsa metropolitan area.

Population403,166
Coordinates36.1539800, -95.9927700
Altitude220
CountryUnited States
Start: East Broadway Street (-97.091419, 35.436009)
End: West 2nd Street (-95.992775, 36.153952)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 151 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 07m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 20m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 52m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 33m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 20m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 10m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
3.31 gal
12.53 L ยท about $12.53
Round trip
$25.07
6.62 gal ยท 25.06 L
Estimated CO2
29.4 kg one way
Round trip: 58.8 kg / 130 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $12.53 $25.07
Mid-grade $4.26 $14.10 $28.19
Premium $4.63 $15.31 $30.62
Diesel $5.42 $17.92 $35.85

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Oklahoma ยท Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between McLoud and Tulsa. The current time is 03:12:33.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.