Emporia to Tulsa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Emporia from Tulsa?

The distance from Emporia to Tulsa is 155.8 miles (250.7 km) as the crow flies. Tulsa is located S of Emporia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 194.7 miles, taking about 3h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. Both are located in United States — Emporia in Kansas and Tulsa in Oklahoma.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Emporia and Tulsa. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.