Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
23m
Distance
19.2 mi
31 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Fair
2 stations
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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Maumelle, AR
Andreas Ebner
This quick 19.2-mile drive from Conway to Maumelle, Arkansas, is a straightforward journey that should take around 23 minutes. With a modest fuel cost estimated at $3, it's an economical option for a quick trip. The route primarily utilizes Interstate 40 and Maumelle Boulevard, making it a convenient option for a single-day excursion. Since there are no recommended stops and the drive is so short, you can easily complete it in a single day without needing an overnight stay. The Southeast region of Arkansas offers a familiar driving experience on this route.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 15 mi | 15m |
| Maumelle Boulevard | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Oak Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| State Highway 365 | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Edgewood Drive | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Central Landing Boulevard | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Locust Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Conway, AR and Maumelle, AR.
Start on Main Street
Turn right onto Locust Avenue
Turn right onto Oak Street
Turn right onto Central Landing Boulevard
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 40; US 65
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn right onto AR 365
Continue on AR 100
Turn right onto Edgewood Drive
Turn left
Keep slight right at fork
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 19.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto Locust Avenue
Navigation decision point
Take the exit toward AR 365: Morgan, Maumelle
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Regular Gas
$2.90 one way
$5.80 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $3.18 | $6.37 |
| premium | $4.56 | $3.45 | $6.89 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.24 | $8.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.8 | 0 | $2.02 | $0.92 |
| Efficient EV | 4.8 | 0 | $1.68 | $0.77 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.7 | 0 | $2.69 | $1.23 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Conway on Tuesday
Local time
3:16 AM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Mostly Clear
Destination
Late night in Maumelle on Tuesday
Local time
3:16 AM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Mostly Clear
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Expect a highway-focused profile for the majority of this trip, with 81% of the drive taking place on interstates and major roads. You'll experience a solid 15-mile stretch on I-40, which provides a consistent pace. The transition to local roads like Maumelle Boulevard and Oak Street will likely introduce a change in speed and traffic flow as you approach your destination. This route is characterized by its efficiency rather than winding scenic byways.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and Maumelle Boulevard. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Locust Avenue.
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 19.2 miles you will encounter 9 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 (Locust Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 16.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 16.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
Cafe
Near the end, right off the route
Maumelle, AR
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Cafe
Near the start, right off the route
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Cafe
Near the end, short detour
Maumelle, AR
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Visit websiteCafe
Near the start, short detour
Conway, AR
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Hours: Mo-Th 05:30-22:00, Fr-Sa 05:30-11:00
Visit websiteCafe
Near the start, short detour
Restaurant
Near the end, right off the route
Maumelle, AR
Cuisine: pizza
Hours: Su-Th 11:00-21:00; Fr-Sa 11:00-22:00
Visit websiteFast_food
Near the end, right off the route
Maumelle, AR
Cuisine: sandwich
Hours: Mo-We 09:00-21:00; Th 09:00-20:30; Fr-Su...
Visit websiteRestaurant
Near the start, right off the route
Conway, AR
Cuisine: burger;american
Hours: Mo-Th 11:00-23:00; Fr-Sa 11:00-24:00; Su...
Visit websiteRestaurant
Near the start, right off the route
Conway, AR
Cuisine: pizza
Hours: Su-Th 10:00-21:00; Fr-Sa 10:00-22:00
Visit websiteFast_food
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Mayflower, AR
Cuisine: sandwich
Hours: 09:00-21:00
Visit websiteRestaurant
Near the start, right off the route
Conway, AR
Cuisine: pizza;salad;ice_cream
Visit websiteCamp_site
Around the midpoint, short detour
Camp_site
Around the midpoint, short detour
Park
Later in the drive, short detour
Camp_site
Around the midpoint, short detour
Viewpoint
Near the end, short detour
Monument
Near the start, right off the route
Memorial
Near the start, right off the route
Memorial
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Memorial
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Artwork
Near the start, right off the route
Memorial
Near the start, right off the route
Camp_site
Around the midpoint, short detour
Camp_site
Around the midpoint, short detour
Camp_site
Around the midpoint, short detour
Points of interest from OpenStreetMap contributors. Listings may not reflect current hours or availability.
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).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 23m. Total distance: 19.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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