Origin
Augusta, AR
Late night in Augusta on Tuesday
Local time
4:36 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Augusta, AR to Conway, AR
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 33m
Distance
74.8 mi
120 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 27m
★
6 AM
1h 34m
8 AM
1h 48m
10 AM
1h 39m
12 PM
1h 38m
3 PM
1h 40m
5 PM
1h 48m
8 PM
1h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Augusta, AR
Emre Bilgiç
Conway, AR
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Trip Overview
Augusta, AR to Conway, AR is 74.8 miles and takes about 1h 33m via US 64, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Arkansas, moving from the Southeast region to itself. It's a straightforward, highway-focused trip perfect for a single day. Expect a smooth journey with minimal fuss, making it a practical choice for getting between these two points without a significant time commitment.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
37.4 miles from Augusta, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 45m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 64 | 61 mi | 1h 12m |
| United States Highway 64 | 9.5 mi | 14m |
| Shell Street | 3 mi | 4m |
| South 3rd Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Oak Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North 5th Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Magnolia | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Locust Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 64
— 61 mi, about 1h 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Augusta, AR and Conway, AR.
1
Start on AR 33B
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
South 3rd Street
2
At end of road, turn right onto US 64B; AR 33B
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Magnolia
3
Continue on US 64B; AR 33B
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
North 5th Street
4
At end of road, turn left onto US 64
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Shell Street
5
Continue on US 64
9.5 mi
·
14 min
·
United States Highway 64
6
Take the exit onto US 64
27 mi
·
27 min
·
US 64
7
Take the exit onto US 64
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
US 64
Toward US 64 West, I 57 Business North: Beebe, Conway
8
Keep slight right at fork onto US 64
34 mi
·
43 min
·
US 64
Toward US 64 West: Conway
9
Keep slight left at fork onto Oak Street
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Oak Street
10
Turn left onto Locust Avenue
497 ft
·
19 sec
·
Locust Avenue
11
Turn left onto Main Street
104 ft
·
4 sec
·
Main Street
12
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Trip Plan
Given this is a short, one-day trip of just under 1.5 hours, you have a lot of flexibility with your departure time. Leaving Augusta, AR in the morning or early afternoon will easily get you to Conway, AR before evening. With a fuel cost estimated at $11 and a longest stretch of 61 miles, you won't need to worry excessively about finding gas stations, but it’s always wise to top off before you leave Augusta, just in case. Since there are no designated stops in the data, plan your own break if needed, perhaps around the halfway point.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 37.4 miles from Augusta, AR, or about 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 61 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 16 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.4 miles or 45m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Conway, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Augusta, AR so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Augusta, AR
This is one driving day of about 74.8 miles and 1h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Augusta, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 64 for about 61 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
37 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 37.4 miles from Augusta, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 64 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 61 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 0.5 and 40.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.5 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 64B; AR 33B / Magnolia
At end of road, turn right onto US 64B; AR 33B / Magnolia
Navigation decision point
5
0.9 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 64 / Shell Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 64 / Shell Street
Navigation decision point
4
13.4 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
US 64
Take the exit onto US 64
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
5
40.5 mi into trip
|
~48m in
|
US 64
Take the exit onto US 64 toward US 64 West, I 57 Business North: Beebe, Conway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 64 West, I 57 Business North: Beebe,...
5
40.9 mi into trip
|
~49m in
|
US 64
Keep slight right at fork onto US 64 toward US 64 West: Conway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward US 64 West: Conway
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.30 one way
$22.59 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $12.40 | $24.80 |
| premium | $4.56 | $13.43 | $26.85 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.51 | $33.03 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.4 | 0 | $7.85 | $3.59 |
| Efficient EV | 18.7 | 0 | $6.54 | $2.99 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.9 | 0 | $10.47 | $4.79 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Conway, AR
Late night in Conway on Tuesday
Local time
4:36 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 33m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is primarily a highway-focused drive, with 94% of it on major roadways. You'll find yourself on US 64 for the bulk of the journey. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is a solid 61 miles on US 64, meaning you can settle in for a good period without significant turns or slowdowns. The road maintains a consistent highway feel for most of the 1 hour and 33 minute trip, making for an efficient transit.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 61 mi on US 64.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 64 and United States Highway 64. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near US 64B; AR 33B / Magnolia.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 74.8 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (US 64B; AR 33B / Magnolia): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (US 64 / Shell Street): Navigation decision point; at 13.4 miles (US 64): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
About the Cities
Arriving in Conway, AR
Full guide →Conway is a college town in the Central region of Arkansas, northwest of Little Rock. Do not be deceived into thinking Conway is just another suburb of Little Rock. The "City of Colleges" has crafted its own unique identity, with beautiful college campuses, peaceful nature trails, access to two gorgeous lakes, one impressive river, and plenty of restaurants and shops to boot.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 33m. Total distance: 74.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 33m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 61 miles on US 64. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (US 64B; AR 33B / Magnolia): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (US 64 / Shell Street): Navigation decision point; at 13.4 miles (US 64): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Conway, AR before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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