Origin
Conway, AR
Late night in Conway on Tuesday
Local time
3:16 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Conway, AR to Kibler, 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
2h 6m
Distance
119.4 mi
192 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 57m
★
6 AM
2h 6m
8 AM
2h 24m
10 AM
2h 12m
12 PM
2h 10m
3 PM
2h 13m
5 PM
2h 23m
8 PM
2h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Conway, AR
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Kibler, AR
Tima Miroshnichenko
Trip Overview
This 119.4-mile drive from Conway, Arkansas to Kibler, Arkansas is a straightforward, highway-focused trip that can easily be completed in about 2 hours and 6 minutes. With 94% of the journey on highways, it's a practical option for a single-day excursion. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $18, making it an economical choice. You'll primarily be on I-40 for the bulk of your travel, offering a consistent and efficient path. Given its manageable distance and duration, this route is well-suited for a day trip, allowing for flexibility in your schedule without the need for an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
59.7 miles from Conway, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 1m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 111.4 mi | 1h 51m |
| Henry Street | 2 mi | 3m |
| North Kibler Highway | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Harkrider Street | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Marsha Woolly Drive | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| US Highway 71 North | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Skyline Drive | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Oak Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 111.4 mi, about 1h 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Conway, AR and Kibler, AR.
1
Start on Main Street
104 ft
·
6 sec
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Main Street
2
Turn right onto Locust Avenue
497 ft
·
14 sec
·
Locust Avenue
3
Turn right onto Oak Street
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
Oak Street
4
Turn left onto US 64; US 65B
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
Harkrider Street
5
Enter roundabout onto US 64; US 65B
149 ft
·
2 sec
·
Harkrider Street
6
Continue on US 64; US 65B
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Harkrider Street
7
Enter roundabout onto US 64; US 65B
148 ft
·
2 sec
·
Harkrider Street
8
Continue on US 64; US 65B
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
Harkrider Street
9
Continue on US 65B
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
Skyline Drive
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
11
Merge onto I 40
111 mi
·
1 hr 51 min
·
I 40
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward US 71: Alma
13
Turn left onto US 71
0.5 mi
·
57 sec
·
US Highway 71 North
14
Turn left onto US 64; AR 162
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
US Highway 64 East
15
Turn right onto AR 162
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Marsha Woolly Drive
16
Continue on AR 162
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Henry Street
17
Continue on AR 162
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
North Kibler Highway
18
Turn left onto Thornhill Street
72 ft
·
3 sec
·
Thornhill Street
19
Arrive at destination
Thornhill Street
Trip Plan
Given this route's 2-hour duration and highway-focused nature, it's an ideal day trip. You can easily depart in the morning and be back by evening, or head out later in the day. The longest stretch is over 111 miles on I-40, so plan for minimal stops unless you need fuel or a break. The estimated fuel cost is just $18, so you won't need to budget heavily for gas. As you approach Kibler, be mindful of the transition from the interstate to local roads like North Kibler Highway, as this is where you'll need to adjust your driving.
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 59.7 miles from Conway, AR, or about 1h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 111.4 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 26 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 59.7 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 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kibler, 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 119.4 miles and 2h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Conway, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 40 for about 111.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
60 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 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 59.7 miles from Conway, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 40 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 111.4 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 115 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 114.6 — 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
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Locust Avenue
Turn right onto Locust Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
1 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 64; US 65B / Harkrider Street
Enter roundabout onto US 64; US 65B / Harkrider Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
1.3 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
US 64; US 65B / Harkrider Street
Enter roundabout onto US 64; US 65B / Harkrider Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
113.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 55m in
Take the exit toward US 71: Alma
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward US 71: Alma
4
114.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 57m in
|
US 64; AR 162 / US Highway 64 East
Turn left onto US 64; AR 162 / US Highway 64 East
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.03 one way
$36.06 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
42 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $19.80 | $39.59 |
| premium | $4.56 | $21.43 | $42.86 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $26.36 | $52.72 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 41.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 35.8 | 0 | $12.54 | $5.73 |
| Efficient EV | 29.9 | 0 | $10.45 | $4.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 47.8 | 0 | $16.72 | $7.64 |
Gas CO2
42 kg
EV CO2
14 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.
Destination
Kibler, AR
Late night in Kibler on Tuesday
Local time
3:16 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
75°F
Clarksville, AR
60 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 6m 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?
Expect a predominantly highway experience on this 119.4-mile route, with a substantial 94% of your travel occurring on high-speed roads like I-40. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 111.4 miles on I-40, meaning you can settle in for a solid period of driving. This highway-focused profile suggests a drive characterized by consistent speeds and efficient travel. While the primary roads are major interstates, you'll also navigate sections of Henry Street and North Kibler Highway as you reach your destination, offering a slight shift in scenery and road type.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 111.4 mi on I 40.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and Henry Street. 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 Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Conway, AR to Kibler, AR is easy. At 2h 6m with 94% 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 1 miles (US 64; US 65B / Harkrider Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 1.3 miles (US 64; US 65B / Harkrider Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
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.
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 6m. Total distance: 119.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 111.4 miles on I 40. 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.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Locust Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (US 64; US 65B / Harkrider Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 1.3 miles (US 64; US 65B / Harkrider Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Kibler, 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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