Origin
Newark, AR
Late night in Newark on Tuesday
Local time
4:15 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Newark, AR to Conway, 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
105.4 mi
170 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 58m
★
6 AM
2h 7m
8 AM
2h 25m
10 AM
2h 13m
12 PM
2h 11m
3 PM
2h 14m
5 PM
2h 24m
8 PM
2h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Newark, AR
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Conway, AR
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Trip Overview
This 98.4-mile drive from Newark to Conway, Arkansas, is a manageable 1-hour and 48-minute journey, perfectly suited for a single day trip. You'll primarily navigate local roads, including Point Ferry Road, Malcolm Avenue, and South State Street, with no significant highway stretches. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $15, making it an economical option. Given its relatively short duration and local road profile, this route offers a straightforward and accessible travel experience within the Southeast region of Arkansas. It's a simple trip that doesn't require overnight planning.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
52.7 miles from Newark, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 2m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 57 | 54.1 mi | 54m |
| US 64 | 34 mi | 44m |
| Point Ferry Road | 12.9 mi | 19m |
| North Locust Street | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Malcolm Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| South State Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| AR 17 | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Oak Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 54.1 mi, about 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Newark, AR and Conway, AR.
1
Start on AR 122
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
North Locust Street
2
Turn left onto AR 69
13 mi
·
19 min
·
Point Ferry Road
3
At end of road, turn left onto AR 14
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Malcolm Avenue
4
Turn right onto AR 14
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South State Street
5
Turn left onto AR 17
0.6 mi
·
51 sec
·
AR 17
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
7
Merge onto I 57
54 mi
·
54 min
·
I 57
8
Take the exit onto US 64
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
US 64
Toward US 64 West, I 57 Business North: Beebe, Conway
9
Keep slight right at fork onto US 64
34 mi
·
43 min
·
US 64
Toward US 64 West: Conway
10
Keep slight left at fork onto Oak Street
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Oak Street
11
Turn left onto Locust Avenue
497 ft
·
19 sec
·
Locust Avenue
12
Turn left onto Main Street
104 ft
·
4 sec
·
Main Street
13
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Trip Plan
For this 98.4-mile journey, leaving in the morning is ideal to maximize daylight and take advantage of the flexible 1-hour and 48-minute travel time. With no designated stops and a low fuel cost of $15, you can easily complete this trip without needing to plan extensive breaks. Pay close attention to the main roads like Point Ferry Road, Malcolm Avenue, and South State Street, as the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile suggests frequent navigation adjustments. This direct route within Arkansas offers a straightforward travel experience, so focus on staying alert and enjoying the local scenery as it passes by.
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 52.7 miles from Newark, AR, or about 1h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 54.1 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 23 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 52.7 miles or 1h 2m 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 41m
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 Newark, 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 Newark, AR
This is one driving day of about 105.4 miles and 2h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Newark, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 57 for about 54.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
53 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 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 52.7 miles from Newark, 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 115 decision points cluster between mile 14.4 and 105.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
14.4 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
AR 14 / Malcolm Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto AR 14 / Malcolm Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
71 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m 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
71.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 21m 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
105 mi into trip
|
~2h 5m in
|
Oak Street
Keep slight left at fork onto Oak Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
105.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 6m in
|
Locust Avenue
Turn left onto Locust Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.92 one way
$31.84 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
37 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $17.47 | $34.95 |
| premium | $4.56 | $18.92 | $37.84 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $23.27 | $46.54 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31.6 | 0 | $11.07 | $5.06 |
| Efficient EV | 26.4 | 0 | $9.22 | $4.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 42.2 | 0 | $14.76 | $6.75 |
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (68% 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
Conway, AR
Late night in Conway on Tuesday
Local time
4:15 AM
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
1 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
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 turn-heavy local drive on this route, as indicated by the 0% highway share. The journey unfolds primarily on familiar local roads, offering a direct connection between Newark and Conway. Since there's no exceptionally long uninterrupted stretch mentioned, you'll likely encounter frequent turns and changes in road character as you traverse through communities. This type of driving requires your consistent attention to navigation and road conditions, making it feel like a true local exploration rather than a high-speed transit.
84% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 54.1 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 14.4 miles in near AR 14 / Malcolm 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 2h 6m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 14.4 miles (AR 14 / Malcolm Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 71 miles (US 64): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 71.4 miles (US 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
About the Cities
Arriving 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: 105.4 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 (84%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 54.1 miles on I 57. 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: at 14.4 miles (AR 14 / Malcolm Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 71 miles (US 64): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 71.4 miles (US 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Conway, 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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