Marshall, AR to Conway, AR is 67 miles and takes about 1 hour 34 minutes via US 65, with a fuel budget near $10 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Arkansas, moving from the Southeast region to the Southeast region. It's a straightforward drive that's mostly highway, making it a practical choice for a quick day trip or a segment of a longer journey. You'll find it's a convenient way to cover this stretch of the state without much fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
33.5 miles from Marshall, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 46m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 65
64.9 mi
1h 30m
Harkrider Street
1.3 mi
1m
Oak Street
0.4 mi
<1m
Skyline Drive
0.2 mi
<1m
Center Street
0.1 mi
<1m
Locust Avenue
<0.1 mi
<1m
Main Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
US 65
— 64.9 mi, about 1h 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Marshall, AR and Conway, AR.
1
Start on AR 27
0.1 mi·15 sec·Center Street
2
Turn right onto US 65; AR 27
27 mi·36 min·US 65; AR 27
3
Continue on US 65; AR 9; AR 16
38 mi·53 min·US 65; AR 9; AR 16
4
Continue on US 65B
0.2 mi·23 sec·Skyline Drive
5
Continue on US 64; US 65B
0.5 mi·41 sec·Harkrider Street
6
Enter roundabout onto Harkrider Street
181 ft·2 sec·Harkrider Street
7
Continue on Harkrider Street
0.2 mi·20 sec·Harkrider Street
8
Enter roundabout onto Harkrider Street
162 ft·2 sec·Harkrider Street
9
Continue on Harkrider Street
0.5 mi·49 sec·Harkrider Street
10
Turn right onto Oak Street
492 ft·9 sec·Oak Street
11
Keep slight left at fork onto Oak Street
0.3 mi·38 sec·Oak Street
12
Turn left onto Locust Avenue
497 ft·19 sec·Locust Avenue
13
Turn left onto Main Street
104 ft·4 sec·Main Street
14
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of about 1.5 hours, you have a lot of flexibility with departure time. Aiming to leave Marshall in the morning will allow you to arrive in Conway with plenty of time to spare. With a fuel cost estimate of only $10, you won't need to worry too much about refueling stops, but it's always wise to top off before departing to ensure a seamless journey. The longest stretch without a significant change in road type is nearly 65 miles, so plan for comfort during that time. You'll be on US 65 for almost the entire route, so keep an eye out for the specific exit for Harkrider Street as your primary marker for entering Conway.
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 33.5 miles from Marshall, AR, or about 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 64.9 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 15 miles or 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 33.5 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 19m
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 Marshall, AR so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Marshall, AR
This is one driving day of about 67 miles and 1h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Marshall, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 65 for about 64.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
The midpoint is around 33.5 miles from Marshall, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel check
Top up before US 65 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 64.9 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 7
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 66.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|US 65; AR 27
Turn right onto US 65; AR 27
Navigation decision point
4
65.7 mi into trip|~1h 31m in|Harkrider Street
Enter roundabout onto Harkrider Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
66 mi into trip|~1h 32m in|Harkrider Street
Enter roundabout onto Harkrider Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
66.6 mi into trip|~1h 33m in|Oak Street
Keep slight left at fork onto Oak Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
66.9 mi into trip|~1h 34m in|Locust Avenue
Turn left onto Locust Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.82 one way
$19.63 round trip
$3.72/gal25.4 MPG avg23 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.13
$10.90
$21.79
premium
$4.49
$11.83
$23.67
diesel
$5.60
$14.77
$29.54
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-08-31.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
20.1
0
$7.04
$3.22
Efficient EV
16.8
0
$5.86
$2.68
EV Truck/SUV
26.8
0
$9.38
$4.29
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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 Aug 31, 2026
Origin
Marshall, AR
Late night
in Marshall on Friday
Local time
1:07 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Mostly Clear
S 5 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued August 30 at 10:50PM CDT until August 31 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Tulsa OK
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued August 30 at 10:40PM CDT until August 31 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Little Rock AR
Destination
Conway, AR
Late night
in Conway on Friday
Local time
1:07 AM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Mostly Clear
ESE 0 to 5 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued August 30 at 10:50PM CDT until August 31 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Tulsa OK
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued August 30 at 10:40PM CDT until August 31 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Little Rock AR
70°F
Clinton, AR
34 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
2 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 34m on the road
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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly highway, with 97% of the 67 miles on major roads like US 65. You'll experience a long, continuous stretch of 64.9 miles on US 65 before transitioning to surface streets. Expect a generally smooth cruising experience with minimal interruptions for the majority of the trip. The final portion of the drive will involve navigating urban merging as you approach Conway.
97% 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: 64.9 mi on US 65.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 65 and Harkrider Street. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 65; AR 27.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Marshall, AR to Conway, AR is easy. At 1h 34m with 97% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 65; AR 27): Navigation decision point; at 65.7 miles (Harkrider Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 66 miles (Harkrider Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
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.
The longest stretch is about 64.9 miles on US 65. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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: at 0.1 miles (US 65; AR 27): Navigation decision point; at 65.7 miles (Harkrider Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 66 miles (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 Conway, AR before heading back.
