How far is Muskogee, OK from Checotah, OK?
The driving distance from Muskogee, OK to Checotah, OK is about 22.6 miles (36.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 21.1 miles (33.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 57m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Muskogee County, Oklahoma, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Muskogee and Checotah.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Muskogee and Checotah.
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Start on West Okmulgee Avenue
23 m · 7 sec · West Okmulgee Avenue
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Turn right onto South Main Street
1.7 mi · 3 min · South Main Street
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Turn right onto West Hancock Road
1 mi · 2 min · West Hancock Road
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Turn left onto South 32nd Street
17.4 mi · 19 min · South 32nd Street
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Take the exit slight right toward US 69 Business: Checotah, Rentiesville
1246 ft · 33 sec
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Turn left onto North Broadway Street
2.2 mi · 3 min · North Broadway Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Broadway Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Muskogee and Checotah.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
South 32nd Street
Turn left onto South 32nd Street
17.4 mi · 00h 19m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Muskogee and Mostly Cloudy near Checotah.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Muskogee to Checotah?
The road trip is about 22.6 miles (36.4 km) and usually takes 00h 28m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Oktaha is a useful midpoint, sitting about 11.3 miles from Muskogee and 11.3 miles from Checotah.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 21.1 miles (33.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.5 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.03 one way or $6.06 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Muskogee and Mostly Cloudy near Checotah.
Stop Ideas Near Oktaha
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Muskogee and Checotah. Straight-line distance: 21.04 mi (33.86 km).
#1 Muskogee
City in Oklahoma, USA
| Population | 36,831 |
| Coordinates | 35.7478800, -95.3696900 |
| Altitude | 184 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Checotah
City in McIntosh County, Oklahoma, United States
| Population | 3,075 |
| Coordinates | 35.4701000, -95.5230400 |
| Altitude | 199 |
| Country | United States |
End: Checotah (-95.52304, 35.4701)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 36 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 16m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $3.03 | $6.06 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $3.41 | $6.81 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $3.70 | $7.40 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $4.33 | $8.66 |
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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