How far is Tulsa, OK from Nichols Hills, OK?
The driving distance from Tulsa, OK to Nichols Hills, OK is about 103.5 miles (166.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 96.6 miles (155.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 41m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 50m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tulsa and Nichols Hills.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tulsa and Nichols Hills.
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Start on South Boulder Avenue West
1532 ft · 1 min · South Boulder Avenue West
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Turn right onto West 6th Street
1958 ft · 1 min · West 6th Street
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Continue on West 7th Street
1486 ft · 55 sec · West 7th Street
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Take the ramp straight toward I 244 West, US 75 South
973 ft · 24 sec
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Merge slight left onto Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway
2.3 mi · 3 min · Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway
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Keep slight right to continue on Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway
2.6 mi · 3 min · Martin Luther King, Junior Memorial Expressway
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Merge slight left onto Skelly Bypass
1.2 km · 56 sec · Skelly Bypass
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Continue on Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike
86.6 mi · 1 hr 26 min · Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike
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Continue on John Kilpatrick Turnpike
4 mi · 5 min · John Kilpatrick Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward US 77: Edmond, Oklahoma City
992 ft · 23 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on US 77 South: Oklahoma City
2787 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Broadway Extension
3.2 mi · 4 min · Broadway Extension
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Take the exit slight right toward Wilshire Boulevard
78 m · 6 sec
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Turn straight onto Broadway Extension
1561 ft · 35 sec · Broadway Extension
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Turn right onto West Wilshire Boulevard
1.9 mi · 4 min · West Wilshire Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Wilshire Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tulsa and Nichols Hills.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike
Continue on Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike
86.6 mi · 01h 26m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Tulsa and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Nichols Hills.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tulsa to Nichols Hills?
The road trip is about 103.5 miles (166.5 km) and usually takes 01h 50m 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 51.6 miles from Tulsa and 51.8 miles from Nichols Hills.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 96.6 miles (155.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.9 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:48 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.82 one way or $27.65 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 32.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Tulsa and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Nichols Hills.
Stop Ideas Near Stroud
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 Tulsa and Nichols Hills. Straight-line distance: 96.6 mi (155.46 km).
#1 Tulsa
The second most populous city in Oklahoma and the center of the Tulsa metropolitan area.
| Population | 403,166 |
| Coordinates | 36.1539800, -95.9927700 |
| Altitude | 220 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Nichols Hills
City in Oklahoma County, Oklahoma, United States of America
| Population | 3,955 |
| Coordinates | 35.5508900, -97.5489300 |
| Altitude | 371 |
| Country | United States |
End: Nichols Hills (-97.54893, 35.55089)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 166 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 35m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 17m |
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 | $13.82 | $27.65 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $15.55 | $31.09 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $16.88 | $33.76 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $19.76 | $39.53 |
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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