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Trip from Lepanto, AR to Conway, AR

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 11m

Distance

146.5 mi

236 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$22

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 35 min
4 AM
3h 0m ★
6 AM
3h 12m
8 AM
3h 35m
10 AM
3h 20m
12 PM
3h 17m
3 PM
3h 21m
5 PM
3h 34m
8 PM
3h 4m

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

Downtown Lepanto, AR, AR

Lepanto, AR

Aysegul Aytoren

Downtown Conway, AR, AR

Conway, AR

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Trip Overview

Lepanto to Conway is 146.5 miles and takes about 3h 11m via I 57 and US 64, with a fuel budget near $22 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Arkansas, moving from the Southeast region to the Southeast region, primarily utilizing major highways. Expect a straightforward journey with a high percentage of highway driving, making it a convenient option for a single-day trip. The route offers a practical way to cover ground efficiently between these two points.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

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

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

73.3 miles from Lepanto, AR

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 46m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 57 51.9 mi 52m
US 64 34 mi 44m
State Highway 14 22.6 mi 34m
West Jackson Street 12.3 mi 18m
West Broad Street 9.8 mi 17m
Main Street 6.2 mi 9m
AR 14 4.1 mi 5m
Amagon Street 4.1 mi 6m
Longest stretch: I 57 — 51.9 mi, about 52m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

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Start on this road

265 ft · 22 sec · this road
2

At end of road, turn sharp right onto AR 135

0.2 mi · 35 sec · Greenwood Avenue
3

Turn left onto AR 14; AR 140

9.8 mi · 17 min · West Broad Street
4

Turn right onto AR 14; AR 140

0.1 mi · 13 sec · Nathan Street
5

Continue on AR 75; AR 14

0.6 mi · 1 min · Gayosa
6

Take the ramp onto AR 14

3.9 mi · 4 min · AR 14
7

Take the exit onto AR 14

0.3 mi · 36 sec · AR 14
8

Turn left onto AR 14

0.5 mi · 44 sec · State Highway 14
9

Continue on AR 14

2.5 mi · 3 min · State Highway 14
10

Continue on AR 14

12 mi · 18 min · West Jackson Street
11

Continue on AR 14

11 mi · 16 min · State Highway 14
12

Continue on AR 14

6.1 mi · 9 min · Main Street
13

Continue on AR 14

4.1 mi · 6 min · Amagon Street
14

Continue on AR 14

6.5 mi · 9 min · State Highway 14
15

Continue on AR 14

2.1 mi · 3 min · State Highway 14
16

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 31 sec
17

Merge onto I 57

52 mi · 52 min · I 57
18

Take the exit onto US 64

0.4 mi · 49 sec · US 64
Toward US 64 West, I 57 Business North: Beebe, Conway
19

Keep slight right at fork onto US 64

34 mi · 43 min · US 64
Toward US 64 West: Conway
20

Keep slight left at fork onto Oak Street

0.3 mi · 38 sec · Oak Street
21

Turn left onto Locust Avenue

497 ft · 19 sec · Locust Avenue
22

Turn left onto Main Street

104 ft · 4 sec · Main Street
23

Arrive at destination

Main Street

Trip Plan

Given the relatively short duration of 3h 11m, this trip is easily manageable in one day. Aim to depart in the morning to maximize daylight and allow for flexibility. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost estimated at $22, planning is minimal. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before the longest 51.9-mile stretch on I 57, as services can be spaced out on interstates. This route's efficiency means you can afford to take your time and enjoy the drive without feeling rushed.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 73.3 miles from Lepanto, AR, or about 1h 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 51.9 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 32 miles or 50m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 73.3 miles or 1h 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 2h 36m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Lepanto, 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 Lepanto, AR

This is one driving day of about 146.5 miles and 3h 11m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Lepanto, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 57 for about 51.9 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Searcy, AR, AR

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Searcy, AR

73 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.

Popular next leg

Searcy, AR to Conway, AR

51.5 mi · 1h 6m

Pacing Suggestions

Trumann, AR

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Bald Knob, AR

Meal break

The midpoint is around 73.3 miles from Lepanto, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

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 13

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 146.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | AR 135 / Greenwood Avenue

At end of road, turn sharp right onto AR 135 / Greenwood Avenue

Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch

4
60 mi into trip | ~1h 32m in

Take the ramp

Navigation decision point

5
112.2 mi into trip | ~2h 25m in | US 64

Take the exit onto US 64 toward US 64 West, I 57 Business North: Beebe, Conway

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 64 West, I 57 Business North: Beebe,...
5
112.5 mi into trip | ~2h 26m in | US 64

Keep slight right at fork onto US 64 toward US 64 West: Conway

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward US 64 West: Conway
4
146.1 mi into trip | ~3h 10m in | Oak Street

Keep slight left at fork onto Oak Street

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$22.12 one way

$44.25 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 51 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.21 $24.29 $48.58
premium $4.56 $26.30 $52.59
diesel $5.61 $32.35 $64.69

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$22

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$47–$72

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 51.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 43.9 0 $15.38 $7.03
Efficient EV 36.6 0 $12.82 $5.86
EV Truck/SUV 58.6 0 $20.51 $9.38

Gas CO2

51 kg

EV CO2

17 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 15, 2026

Origin

Lepanto, AR

Night in Lepanto on Saturday

Local time

11:33 PM

CDT

Current temp

77°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Conway, AR

Night in Conway on Saturday

Local time

11:33 PM

CDT

Current temp

77°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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

3h 11m 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?

This is largely a highway-focused drive, with 77% of the journey on major roads like I 57 and US 64. You'll experience stretches of faster travel, including a significant segment of 51.9 miles on I 57 without interruption. While the majority is highway, the inclusion of State Highway 14 suggests some variation in road type as you progress. This mix offers a balance of efficient cruising and potentially more local road scenery as you approach your destination.

77% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 51.9 mi on I 57.

How Hard Is This Drive?

4/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and US 64. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near AR 135 / Greenwood Avenue.

Driving Effort 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 3h 11m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (AR 135 / Greenwood Avenue): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 60 miles: Navigation decision point; at 112.2 miles (US 64): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 11m. Total distance: 146.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 11m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (77%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 51.9 miles on I 57. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

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: at 0.1 miles (AR 135 / Greenwood Avenue): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 60 miles: Navigation decision point; at 112.2 miles (US 64): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Possible but tiring. At 3.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.4 hours — manageable with a long break at Conway, AR, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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