If you are planning to travel from Conway to Corning, you are looking at a straightforward 170.2-mile journey across Arkansas. Expect to spend about 3 hours and 12 minutes on the road, making this a very manageable trip to complete in a single day. You will primarily stick to US 64 and US 67, utilizing the Vilonia Bypass to keep your transit efficient. With an estimated fuel cost of $26, it is an affordable route for a quick getaway or a necessary commute. Since both cities are located within the Southeast region of the state, the drive maintains a consistent geographical feel throughout. This highway-focused path is ideal for those who prefer steady, reliable transit over winding backroads.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
85.1 miles from Conway, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 38m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 64
94.7 mi
1h 39m
US 67
40.6 mi
47m
Vilonia Bypass
25.9 mi
32m
State Highway 64
5.4 mi
6m
Oak Street
2.9 mi
5m
West Elm Street
0.4 mi
<1m
Locust Avenue
<0.1 mi
<1m
South Missouri Avenue
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
US 64
— 94.7 mi, about 1h 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Conway, AR and Corning, AR.
1
Start on Main Street
104 ft·6 sec·Main Street
2
Turn right onto Locust Avenue
497 ft·14 sec·Locust Avenue
3
Turn right onto Oak Street
2.9 mi·5 min·Oak Street
4
Continue on US 64
5.4 mi·6 min·State Highway 64
5
Continue on US 64
26 mi·32 min·Vilonia Bypass
Use the straight lane.
6
Take the exit onto US 64
95 mi·1 hr 39 min·US 64
7
Keep slight left at fork onto US 67
41 mi·47 min·US 67
Toward US 67 North: Williams Baptist College, Pocahontas
8
Turn right onto US 62
355 ft·8 sec·South Missouri Avenue
Use the right lane.
9
Turn left onto US 62
0.4 mi·36 sec·West Elm Street
10
Arrive at destination
US 62
Trip Plan
Because this is a relatively short drive, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best. I recommend planning for at least one stop to stretch your legs, especially since you will spend over three hours behind the wheel. Given the reliance on US 64 and US 67, keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before starting the 94.7-mile stretch; topping off your tank in Conway is a smart way to ensure you don't have to worry about finding a station in the middle of your longest segment. Since the entire trip is designed to be completed in one day, you can easily avoid the need for an overnight stay by timing your departure to avoid peak local traffic hours.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 85.1 miles from Conway, AR, or about 1h 38m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 94.7 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 37 miles or 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 85.1 miles or 1h 38m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Corning, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Conway, AR so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Conway, AR
This is one driving day of about 170.2 miles and 3h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 37 miles from Conway, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US 64 for about 94.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 6
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 169.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip|~0m in|Locust Avenue
Turn right onto Locust Avenue
Navigation decision point
3
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|Oak Street
Turn right onto Oak Street
Navigation decision point
3
34.4 mi into trip|~45m in|US 64
Take the exit onto US 64
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
6
129.1 mi into trip|~2h 24m in|US 67
Keep slight left at fork onto US 67 toward US 67 North: Williams Baptist College, Pocahontas
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 67 North: Williams Baptist College, P...
6
169.7 mi into trip|~3h 11m in|US 62 / South Missouri Avenue
Turn right onto US 62 / South Missouri Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$25.70 one way
$51.41 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg60 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$28.22
$56.43
premium
$4.56
$30.55
$61.10
diesel
$5.61
$37.58
$75.16
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 59.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
4 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: good
Lewis Plaza - Tesla Supercharger
Conway, AR
Tesla
12 DCFC
Smith Ford
Conway, AR
FORD_CHARGE
4 DCFC
Newport Chamber of Commerce Parking Lot
Newport, AR
EV Connect
4 DCFC
CRAINHYUNDAICON SOUTHEAST
Conway, AR
ChargePoint Network
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Network: 1
FORD_CHARGE: 1
Tesla: 1
EV Connect: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
51.1
0
$17.87
$8.17
Efficient EV
42.6
0
$14.89
$6.81
EV Truck/SUV
68.1
0
$23.83
$10.89
Gas CO2
60 kg
EV CO2
20 kg (67% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Conway, AR
Late night
in Conway on Sunday
Local time
2:54 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Corning, AR
Late night
in Corning on Sunday
Local time
2:54 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
3h 12m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is heavily weighted toward highway travel, with 83% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You will settle into a rhythm quickly, as the longest uninterrupted stretch covers 94.7 miles along US 64. The route feels purposeful and direct, lacking the technical demands of mountain passes or narrow rural lanes. While you will encounter a mix of fast highway speeds and local access points, the overall character remains consistent and predictable. Expect a steady drive that prioritizes speed and efficiency, allowing you to focus on the road ahead without constant navigational surprises.
83% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 94.7 mi on US 64.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 64 and US 67. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Locust Avenue.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Conway, AR to Corning, AR is easy. At 3h 12m with 83% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Locust Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Oak Street): Navigation decision point; at 34.4 miles (US 64): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Conway, AR to Corning, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Pocahontas along the way.
Pocahontas
129.1 mi in|~2h 24m|via US 67
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 12m. Total distance: 170.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 94.7 miles on US 64. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Locust Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Oak Street): Navigation decision point; at 34.4 miles (US 64): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Possible but tiring. At 3.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.4 hours — manageable with a long break at Corning, AR, but most travelers stay overnight.
