How far is Tahlequah, OK from Muskogee, OK?
The driving distance from Tahlequah, OK to Muskogee, OK is about 29.1 miles (46.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 39m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 25.2 miles (40.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 18m 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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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tahlequah and Muskogee.
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5.7 mi · 10 min · North Muskogee Avenue;ᎫᏐ ᎦᎳᏅᏛ
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4 mi · 5 min
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1.2 km · 51 sec
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3.2 mi · 4 min
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3 mi · 3 min
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10.6 mi · 14 min
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Turn left onto North Main Street
1.7 mi · 3 min · North Main Street
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Turn right onto West Okmulgee Avenue
23 m · 3 sec · West Okmulgee Avenue
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0 m · 1 sec · West Okmulgee Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tahlequah and Muskogee.
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.
North Muskogee Avenue
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10.6 mi · 00h 14m
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.
Sunny leaving Tahlequah and Sunny near Muskogee.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tahlequah to Muskogee?
The road trip is about 29.1 miles (46.8 km) and usually takes 00h 39m 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?
Fort Gibson is a useful midpoint, sitting about 14.5 miles from Tahlequah and 14.5 miles from Muskogee.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 25.2 miles (40.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.9 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 7:12 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.86 one way or $7.73 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Tahlequah and Sunny near Muskogee.
Stop Ideas Near Fort Gibson
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 Fort Gibson.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tahlequah and Muskogee. Straight-line distance: 25.2 mi (40.56 km).
#1 Tahlequah
City in Oklahoma
| Population | 16,998 |
| Coordinates | 35.9153700, -94.9699600 |
| Altitude | 243 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Muskogee
City in Oklahoma, USA
| Population | 36,831 |
| Coordinates | 35.7478800, -95.3696900 |
| Altitude | 184 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Okmulgee Avenue (-95.369647, 35.747957)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 47 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 21m |
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 | $3.86 | $7.73 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $4.34 | $8.69 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $4.72 | $9.44 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $5.52 | $11.05 |
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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