How far is Watonga, OK from Copeland, OK?
The driving distance from Watonga, OK to Copeland, OK is about 248.5 miles (399.9 km), with a travel time of about 03h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 207.4 miles (333.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 59m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Watonga and Copeland.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Watonga and Copeland.
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Start on North Noble Avenue
1285 ft · 48 sec · North Noble Avenue
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Turn left onto East Russworm Street
1454 ft · 34 sec · East Russworm Street
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Continue on East Russworm Drive
1091 ft · 23 sec · East Russworm Drive
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Continue on East Russworm Street
28.4 mi · 35 min · East Russworm Street
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Continue straight
2.8 mi · 3 min
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1.1 mi · 1 min
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6 mi · 7 min
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3.3 mi · 4 min
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1.1 mi · 1 min
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16.7 mi · 23 min
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Continue straight
37 mi · 44 min
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Turn left onto North Noble Avenue
62 m · 6 sec · North Noble Avenue
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Turn right onto West North Street
1 km · 1 min · West North Street
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Continue on East Main Street
1944 ft · 37 sec · East Main Street
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Continue on East North Street
2563 ft · 54 sec · East North Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto East Main Street
4.8 mi · 6 min · East Main Street
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Continue straight
1.9 mi · 2 min
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Continue on West Broadway Street
2.7 mi · 5 min · West Broadway Street
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Continue straight
1949 ft · 28 sec
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1.2 mi · 1 min
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6 mi · 7 min
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Continue straight
14.4 mi · 17 min
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Turn left onto I 44 East: Tulsa
845 ft · 21 sec
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Merge slight left onto Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike
10.4 mi · 10 min · Governor Roy Joseph Turner Turnpike
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Continue on Skelly Bypass
1.2 mi · 2 min · Skelly Bypass
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Keep slight right to continue on Skelly Bypass
14.3 mi · 17 min · Skelly Bypass
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Continue straight
4.3 mi · 5 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 44 East: Joplin, Claremore
61 mi · 1 hr 1 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 59, US 60: Fairland, Grove, Afton
1112 ft · 27 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Cash Only
548 ft · 13 sec
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823 ft · 20 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 59 South, US 60 West, US 69 South: Afton, Grove
1589 ft · 39 sec
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Turn straight
1 km · 57 sec
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Turn left onto US 69 South: Grove
7.8 mi · 11 min
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Turn sharp right onto East 250 Road
92 m · 6 sec · East 250 Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East 250 Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Watonga and Copeland.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
I 44 East
Keep slight right to continue on I 44 East: Joplin, Claremore
61 mi · 01h 01m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Watonga and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Copeland.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Watonga to Copeland?
The road trip is about 248.5 miles (399.9 km) and usually takes 03h 59m 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?
Lawrence Creek is a useful midpoint, sitting about 115 miles from Watonga and 133.5 miles from Copeland.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 207.4 miles (333.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 41.1 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 9:00 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $33.21 one way or $66.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 77.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Watonga and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Copeland.
Stop Ideas Near Lawrence Creek
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 Lawrence Creek.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Watonga and Copeland. Straight-line distance: 207.44 mi (333.85 km).
#1 Watonga
City in Oklahoma
| Population | 2,842 |
| Coordinates | 35.8447700, -98.4131300 |
| Altitude | 462 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Copeland
A city in Payne County, Oklahoma.
| Population | 68,424 |
| Coordinates | 36.6559100, -94.8282900 |
| Altitude | 241 |
| Country | United States |
End: East 250 Road (-94.828292, 36.656032)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 400 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 58m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 06m |
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 | $33.21 | $66.42 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $37.35 | $74.70 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $40.56 | $81.12 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $47.49 | $94.98 |
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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