Origin
Austin, AR
Late night in Austin on Tuesday
Local time
3:10 AM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Austin, 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
Distance
38.1 mi
61 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 56m
★
6 AM
1h 1m
8 AM
1h 11m
10 AM
1h 4m
12 PM
1h 3m
3 PM
1h 5m
5 PM
1h 10m
8 PM
0h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Austin, AR
Elsie Soto
Conway, AR
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Trip Overview
Austin, AR to Conway, AR is 38.1 miles and takes about 1 hour via North Broadview Street, Bennett Road, and State Highway 9, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, single-day trip connecting two locations within the Southeast region of Arkansas. The drive primarily utilizes state highways, offering a mixed driving experience that's generally efficient for getting from point A to point B. Consider this route for a quick, no-fuss journey, especially if you're looking to connect these two communities without a lengthy travel commitment.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Broadview Street | 11.8 mi | 16m |
| Bennett Road | 6.2 mi | 10m |
| State Highway 9 | 5.4 mi | 9m |
| AR 285 | 4.8 mi | 8m |
| US Highway 65 | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| Skyline Drive | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Harkrider Street | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| South Broadway | 1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
North Broadview Street
— 11.8 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Austin, AR and Conway, AR.
1
Start on Austin Road
122 ft
·
12 sec
·
Austin Road
2
Turn sharp right onto AR 9
5.4 mi
·
9 min
·
State Highway 9
3
Turn left onto AR 92
6.2 mi
·
10 min
·
Bennett Road
4
Turn right onto AR 285
4.8 mi
·
8 min
·
AR 285
5
Turn right onto Lewis Drive
0.1 mi
·
35 sec
·
Lewis Drive
6
Merge onto US 65
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Broadway
7
Continue on US 65
0.7 mi
·
56 sec
·
Broadview Street
8
Continue on US 65
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US Highway 65
9
Continue on US 65
12 mi
·
16 min
·
North Broadview Street
10
Continue on US 65
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
US Highway 65
11
Continue on US 65
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Skyline Drive
12
Continue on US 64; US 65B
0.5 mi
·
41 sec
·
Harkrider Street
13
Enter roundabout onto Harkrider Street
181 ft
·
2 sec
·
Harkrider Street
14
Continue on Harkrider Street
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Harkrider Street
15
Enter roundabout onto Harkrider Street
162 ft
·
2 sec
·
Harkrider Street
16
Continue on Harkrider Street
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
Harkrider Street
17
Turn right onto Oak Street
492 ft
·
9 sec
·
Oak Street
18
Keep slight left at fork onto Oak Street
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Oak Street
19
Turn left onto Locust Avenue
497 ft
·
19 sec
·
Locust Avenue
20
Turn left onto Main Street
104 ft
·
4 sec
·
Main Street
21
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 38 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.1 miles from Austin, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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 115 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 37.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
AR 9 / State Highway 9
Turn sharp right onto AR 9 / State Highway 9
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
4
5.4 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
AR 92 / Bennett Road
Turn left onto AR 92 / Bennett Road
Navigation decision point
4
16.5 mi into trip
|
~29m in
|
US 65 / South Broadway
Merge onto US 65 / South Broadway
Merge point - match speed before joining
5
37.1 mi into trip
|
~58m in
|
Harkrider Street
Enter roundabout onto Harkrider Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
37.8 mi into trip
|
~59m in
|
Oak Street
Keep slight left at fork onto Oak Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.75 one way
$11.51 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $6.32 | $12.63 |
| premium | $4.56 | $6.84 | $13.68 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.41 | $16.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.4 | 0 | $4.00 | $1.83 |
| Efficient EV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.33 | $1.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.2 | 0 | $5.33 | $2.44 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
3:10 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
77°F
Greenbrier, AR
19 mi in
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
2 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 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 offers a mixed drive, with 39% of the journey on highway. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 11.8 miles on North Broadview Street before transitioning onto other roads. The drive isn't a continuous highway sprint; expect some changes in road type as you navigate through the area. This blend means you'll experience both faster sections and more localized driving, providing a varied feel behind the wheel as you make your way from Austin to Conway.
39% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 11.8 mi on North Broadview Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near AR 9 / State Highway 9.
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 38.1 miles you will encounter 11 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: near the start (AR 9 / State Highway 9): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 5.4 miles (AR 92 / Bennett Road): Navigation decision point; at 16.5 miles (US 65 / South Broadway): Merge point - match speed before joining.
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. Total distance: 38.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (39%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 11.8 miles on North Broadview Street. 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: near the start (AR 9 / State Highway 9): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 5.4 miles (AR 92 / Bennett Road): Navigation decision point; at 16.5 miles (US 65 / South Broadway): Merge point - match speed before joining.
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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