Trip from Conway, AR to Jonesboro, AR

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 29m

Distance

130.5 mi

210 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$20

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 31 min

4 AM

2h 19m ★

6 AM

2h 30m

8 AM

2h 50m

10 AM

2h 37m

12 PM

2h 35m

3 PM

2h 38m

5 PM

2h 49m

8 PM

2h 23m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Conway, AR

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Trip Overview

This 130.5-mile drive from Conway to Jonesboro, Arkansas, is a manageable 2-hour and 29-minute journey, making it an ideal day trip. With a fuel cost estimated at $20, it's an economical option for a quick getaway within the Southeast region. The route is primarily highway-focused, offering a straightforward travel experience without the need for an overnight stay. You'll spend most of your time on US 64 and US 78, with a brief section on the Vilonia Bypass. This drive is perfect if you're looking for a simple, direct path between these two Arkansas cities.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

65.3 miles from Conway, AR

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 17m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
US 64	74.6 mi	1h 17m
Vilonia Bypass	25.9 mi	32m
US 78	12.1 mi	13m
Southwest Drive	7.4 mi	9m
State Highway 64	5.4 mi	6m
Oak Street	2.9 mi	5m
South Main Street	1.4 mi	2m
Locust Avenue	<0.1 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: US 64 — 74.6 mi, about 1h 17m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Conway, AR and Jonesboro, AR.

Start on Main Street

104 ft · 6 sec · Main Street

Turn right onto Locust Avenue

497 ft · 14 sec · Locust Avenue

Turn right onto Oak Street

2.9 mi · 5 min · Oak Street

Continue on US 64

5.4 mi · 6 min · State Highway 64

Continue on US 64

26 mi · 32 min · Vilonia Bypass

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit onto US 64

75 mi · 1 hr 17 min · US 64

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min

Toward AR 226: Jonesboro

Keep slight right at fork

346 ft · 8 sec

Merge onto US 78; AR 226

12 mi · 13 min · US 78; AR 226

Continue on US 49; US 63; US 78

7.4 mi · 9 min · Southwest Drive

Continue on South Main Street

1.4 mi · 2 min · South Main Street

Turn right onto Cate Avenue

207 ft · 14 sec · Cate Avenue

Turn left

75 ft · 5 sec

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Given its short 2-hour and 29-minute duration, this route offers plenty of flexibility. Leaving in the morning allows ample time to reach Jonesboro and explore, or you could depart later in the day. The longest stretch without a significant change in road is 74.6 miles on US 64, so plan your restroom and refreshment breaks accordingly before embarking on this section. With a $20 fuel estimate, you're unlikely to need multiple fill-ups, but it's always wise to start with a full tank. This is a straightforward drive, so focus on enjoying the progress rather than navigating complex turns.

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 65.3 miles from Conway, AR, or about 1h 17m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 74.6 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 29 miles or 38m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 65.3 miles or 1h 17m 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

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jonesboro, AR than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Conway, AR so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 130.5 miles and 2h 29m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from Conway, AR.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

The longest stretch is on US 64 for about 74.6 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Judsonia, AR

65 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

Beebe, AR

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 29 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Bald Knob, AR

Meal break

The midpoint is around 65.3 miles from Conway, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 64 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 74.6 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop · home stretch

Chef's In Downtown Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Jonesboro, Arkansas

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch · 0min to go 0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Hours: Closed

+18709348962

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The Patio Café

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Conway, Arkansas

0.4 mi

Native Brew Works

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Jonesboro, Arkansas

1.3 mi

Best coffee break · home stretch

The Rec Room

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Jonesboro, Arkansas

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch · 0min to go 0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Hours: 7:30 am–2 pm

+18705206006

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Shadrachs Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Jonesboro, Arkansas

0.3 mi

Something Art Cafe

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Jonesboro, Arkansas

0.1 mi

Chef's In Downtown Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Jonesboro, Arkansas

Hours: Closed

+18709348962

Visit website

The Patio Café

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Conway, Arkansas

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+15013583556

Visit website

Native Brew Works

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Jonesboro, Arkansas

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+18702067278

Visit website

Sonic Drive-In

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour Inexpensiv

Jonesboro, Arkansas

Hours: 6 am–10:30 pm

+18709357850

Visit website

Eggsellent Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Jonesboro, Arkansas

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+18702036250

Pella Cafe Greek and Mediterranean Cuisine

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Jonesboro, Arkansas

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+18709380111

Visit website

Subway

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour Inexpensiv

Jonesboro, Arkansas

Hours: 9 am–10 pm

+18709728880

Visit website

Sonic Drive-In

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour Inexpensiv

Jonesboro, Arkansas

Hours: 6 am–10:30 pm

+18709316433

Visit website

The Rec Room

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Jonesboro, Arkansas

Hours: 7:30 am–2 pm

+18705206006

Visit website

Shadrachs Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Jonesboro, Arkansas

Hours: 6:30 am–2 pm

+18709264835

Visit website

Something Art Cafe

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Jonesboro, Arkansas

Hours: 9 am–9 pm

+18702062715

Visit website

Shadrachs Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Jonesboro, Arkansas

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+18702039837

Visit website

Four Kings Coffee

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Jonesboro, Arkansas

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+18703164259

Visit website

Shadrachs Coffee

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20

Jonesboro, Arkansas

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+18705303326

Visit website

Shadrachs Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10

Jonesboro, Arkansas

Hours: 5:30 am–10 pm

+18703407349

Visit website

Little Lattes Play Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Jonesboro, Arkansas

Hours: 9 am–7 pm

+18706048137

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour

Conway, Arkansas

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, right off the route

Final third 1 mi from route ~2 min detour

Newport, Arkansas

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour

Jonesboro, Arkansas

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

Home stretch 3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour

Jonesboro, Arkansas

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour

Conway, Arkansas

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~11 min detour

Final third 4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour

Newport, Arkansas

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18668167584

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

3.3 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 3.4 mi from route ~8 min detour

Jonesboro, Arkansas

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18668167584

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour

Jonesboro, Arkansas

+18668167584

Visit website

The Porch at Huntington Square Bar and Grill

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Jonesboro, Arkansas

Hours: 3–11 pm

+18708194132

Visit website

Craighead Forest Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

Home stretch 4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour

Jonesboro, Arkansas

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+18709334604

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 8

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 130.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

0 mi into trip | ~0m in | Locust Avenue

Turn right onto Locust Avenue

Navigation decision point

0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | Oak Street

Turn right onto Oak Street

Navigation decision point

108.9 mi into trip | ~2h 2m in

Take the exit toward AR 226: Jonesboro

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Toward AR 226: Jonesboro

109.4 mi into trip | ~2h 3m in

Keep slight right at fork

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

130.5 mi into trip | ~2h 29m in

Turn left

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$19.71 one way

$39.42 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 46 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.21	$21.64	$43.27
premium	$4.56	$23.42	$46.85
diesel	$5.61	$28.81	$57.63

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$20

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$45–$70

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 45.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	39.2	$13.70	$6.26
Efficient EV	32.6	$11.42	$5.22
EV Truck/SUV	52.2	$18.27	$8.35

Gas CO2

46 kg

EV CO2

15 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

Late night in Conway on Tuesday

Local time

4:47 AM

CDT

Current temp

77°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Jonesboro, AR

Late night in Jonesboro on Tuesday

Local time

4:47 AM

CDT

Current temp

74°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

3 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 29m 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?

Prepare for a drive that's 71% highway, meaning you'll experience stretches of consistent, faster travel. The longest uninterrupted segment spans 74.6 miles on US 64, allowing for a good period of steady progress. While largely highway-focused, this route offers a mix that keeps things from feeling monotonous. You'll transition between main arteries like US 78 and the Vilonia Bypass, providing a varied driving experience without venturing onto overly complex local roads. Expect a practical and efficient journey with minimal slowdowns.

71% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 74.6 mi on US 64.

How Hard Is This Drive?

3/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 64 and Vilonia Bypass. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Locust Avenue.

Driving Effort 3/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 2h 29m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

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 108.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.

About the Cities

Starting 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.

Arriving in Jonesboro, AR

Full guide →

Jonesboro is a city in the Delta region of Arkansas.

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 2h 29m. Total distance: 130.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (71%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 74.6 miles on US 64. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

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.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Jonesboro, 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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Trip from Conway, AR to Jonesboro, AR

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Stops Along Your Drive

Chef's In Downtown Cafe

The Rec Room

Chef's In Downtown Cafe

The Patio Café

Native Brew Works

Sonic Drive-In

Eggsellent Cafe

Pella Cafe Greek and Mediterranean Cuisine

Subway

Sonic Drive-In

The Rec Room

Shadrachs Coffee

Something Art Cafe

Shadrachs Coffee

Four Kings Coffee

Shadrachs Coffee

Shadrachs Coffee

Little Lattes Play Cafe

Tesla Supercharger

Blink Charging Station

Blink Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

ChargePoint Charging Station

EV Connect Charging Station

EV Connect Charging Station

EV Connect Charging Station

The Porch at Huntington Square Bar and Grill

Craighead Forest Park

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Conway, AR

Jonesboro, AR

Same local time

3 degrees cooler at arrival

2h 29m on the road

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

About the Cities

Starting in Conway, AR

Arriving in Jonesboro, AR

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

How this page is built

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