Conway to Glenwood is 110.2 miles and takes about 2h 16m via US 70, I 40, and I 430, with a fuel budget near $17 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Arkansas, moving from the Southeast region to the Southeast region. Given its relatively short distance and mostly highway profile, this route is a straightforward connection that can be completed comfortably in a single day. It's a practical option 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
55.1 miles from Conway, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 1m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 70
69.2 mi
1h 27m
I 40
19.9 mi
19m
I 430
12.3 mi
14m
Airport Road
5.7 mi
8m
Oak Street
1.1 mi
2m
Broadway Street
0.8 mi
1m
Central Landing Boulevard
0.2 mi
<1m
Locust Avenue
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
US 70
— 69.2 mi, about 1h 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Conway, AR and Glenwood, 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
1.1 mi·2 min·Oak Street
4
Turn right onto Central Landing Boulevard
0.2 mi·34 sec·Central Landing Boulevard
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·25 sec
6
Merge onto I 40; US 65
20 mi·19 min·I 40; US 65
7
Take the exit
0.5 mi·41 sec
Toward I 430: TexarkanaUse the slight right lane.
8
Continue on I 430
12 mi·14 min·I 430
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto US 70
18 mi·19 min·US 70
Exit 129BToward I 30 West: TexarkanaUse the slight right lane.
10
Take the exit onto US 70
19 mi·22 min·US 70
Toward US-70 West: Hot Springs
11
Take the exit onto US 70
0.2 mi·19 sec·US 70
12
Keep slight left at fork onto US 70
11 mi·11 min·US 70
13
Take the exit onto US 70
0.2 mi·38 sec·US 70
14
Turn left onto US 70
5.7 mi·8 min·Airport Road
15
Continue on US 70
21 mi·31 min·US 70
16
Turn right onto US 70B
0.8 mi·1 min·Broadway Street
17
Turn right onto North 2nd Street
91 ft·4 sec·North 2nd Street
18
Arrive at destination
North 2nd Street
Trip Plan
This is a single-day drive, so you have flexibility with your departure time. Leaving Conway in the morning will give you ample time to reach Glenwood with daylight to spare. With a total drive time under 2.5 hours and a fuel cost estimated at $17, you won't need to worry too much about extensive stops for gas or lengthy breaks. Consider a brief stop around the halfway point if you wish, but it's not essential for pacing this particular route. Keep an eye out for the transition from I-40/I-430 to US 70, as that marks a change in the road type.
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 55.1 miles from Conway, AR, or about 1h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 69.2 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 24 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 55.1 miles or 1h 1m 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 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Glenwood, 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 110.2 miles and 2h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Conway, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 70 for about 69.2 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 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 71.4 — 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
6
21.5 mi into trip|~23m in
Take the exit toward I 430: Texarkana
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 430: Texarkana
8
34.4 mi into trip|~38m in|US 70
Keep slight right at fork onto US 70 toward I 30 West: Texarkana
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 129B
Toward I 30 West: Texarkana
4
52.7 mi into trip|~58m in|US 70
Take the exit onto US 70 toward US-70 West: Hot Springs
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward US-70 West: Hot Springs
4
71.4 mi into trip|~1h 21m in|US 70
Keep slight left at fork onto US 70
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.64 one way
$33.29 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg39 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$18.27
$36.54
premium
$4.56
$19.78
$39.56
diesel
$5.61
$24.33
$48.66
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
33.1
0
$11.57
$5.29
Efficient EV
27.6
0
$9.64
$4.41
EV Truck/SUV
44.1
0
$15.43
$7.05
Gas CO2
39 kg
EV CO2
13 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 20, 2026
Origin
Conway, AR
Morning
in Conway on Tuesday
Local time
7:01 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Glenwood, AR
Morning
in Glenwood on Tuesday
Local time
7:01 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
78°F
Kentucky, AR
55 mi in
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
1 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 16m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Hot Springs National Park
National Park
Hot Springs National Park has a rich cultural past. The grand architecture of our historic bathhouses is equally matched by the natural curiosities that have been drawing people here for hundreds of y...
4 mi from route
~10 min detour
Free
near mile 79.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
You'll be on highways for 92% of this 110.2-mile trip. Expect a long stretch of 69.2 miles on US 70, which will likely feel like more open cruising. The route transitions from highway to surface roads after a significant distance, meaning you'll experience more urban merging and exit activity early on. The majority of your travel will be on limited-access roads.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 69.2 mi on US 70.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 70 and I 40. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Locust Avenue.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 110.2 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Locust Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 21.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 34.4 miles (US 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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.
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 16m. Total distance: 110.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 69.2 miles on US 70. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 6 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Glenwood, AR before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. There are 6 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Locust Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 21.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 34.4 miles (US 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Hot Springs National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Glenwood, AR before heading back.
