Conway, AR to Rockwell, AR is 83.8 miles and takes about 1h 38m via US 70 and I-40, with a fuel budget near $13 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route stays within Arkansas, moving from the Southeast region to the Southeast region. It's a straightforward, highway-focused drive that’s ideal for a quick trip or as part of a larger journey. Given its short duration, you won't need overnight accommodations, allowing for flexibility in your schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
41.9 miles from Conway, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 46m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 70
47.8 mi
55m
I 40
19.9 mi
19m
I 430
12.3 mi
14m
Airport Road
1.1 mi
1m
Oak Street
1.1 mi
2m
Kaufman Road
0.4 mi
1m
Central Landing Boulevard
0.2 mi
<1m
Enterprise Drive
0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
US 70
— 47.8 mi, about 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Conway, AR and Rockwell, 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
1.1 mi·1 min·Airport Road
15
Turn left onto Kaufman Road
0.4 mi·1 min·Kaufman Road
16
Turn right onto Enterprise Drive
0.1 mi·31 sec·Enterprise Drive
17
Turn left onto Grissom Trail
386 ft·17 sec·Grissom Trail
18
Arrive at destination
Grissom Trail
Trip Plan
With a total drive time of under two hours, this is a trip where you can leave anytime and still arrive with plenty of daylight. You won't need to worry about extensive stops for fuel or rest, but it's always wise to check your fuel gauge before departing Conway. The longest stretch without a major exit is 47.8 miles on US 70, so ensure you have enough fuel for that segment. This short distance offers great flexibility for departure times.
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 41.9 miles from Conway, AR, or about 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 47.8 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 18 miles or 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.9 miles or 46m 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 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Rockwell, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Conway, AR
This is one driving day of about 83.8 miles and 1h 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 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 47.8 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 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 83.7 — 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
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
5
83.7 mi into trip|~1h 37m in|Grissom Trail
Turn left onto Grissom Trail
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.66 one way
$25.31 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg29 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$13.89
$27.79
premium
$4.56
$15.04
$30.08
diesel
$5.61
$18.50
$37.00
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
25.1
0
$8.80
$4.02
Efficient EV
21
0
$7.33
$3.35
EV Truck/SUV
33.5
0
$11.73
$5.36
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% 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
Night
in Conway on Saturday
Local time
11:34 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Rockwell, AR
Night
in Rockwell on Saturday
Local time
11:34 PM
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
1h 38m 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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly highway, with 96% of the journey utilizing major highways like US 70 and I-40. You'll experience a consistent pace for the most part, with the longest uninterrupted stretch covering 47.8 miles on US 70. Expect a smooth, efficient drive that prioritizes getting you to your destination quickly. The character remains largely highway-focused throughout, offering a predictable driving experience.
96% 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: 47.8 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 83.8 miles you will encounter 14 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 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.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 38m. Total distance: 83.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 38m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 47.8 miles on US 70. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Rockwell, AR before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
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 Rockwell, AR before heading back.
