Traveling from North Crossett to Conway covers 154.2 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 35 minutes of drive time. This route stays within the Southeast region of Arkansas, making it a straightforward journey that is easily manageable as a single-day trip. You should budget approximately $21 for fuel to cover the distance. Since the route is relatively quick, you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay unless your schedule requires it. It is a practical drive for those needing to cross the state, offering a consistent pace for your travel plans.
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
79.1 miles from North Crossett, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 37m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 425
41.4 mi
49m
Wiley A Branton Sr Highway
26.9 mi
28m
US 65
26.4 mi
28m
Highway 530
23.4 mi
27m
I 530
16.8 mi
16m
US 82
7.7 mi
9m
AR 52
7.4 mi
13m
I 30
4.2 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
US 425
— 41.4 mi, about 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Crossett, AR and Conway, AR.
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Start on West Pierce Street
8 ft·1 sec·West Pierce Street
2
Turn slight left onto AR 52
7.4 mi·13 min·AR 52
3
At end of road, turn left onto US 82; US 425
7.7 mi·9 min·US 82; US 425
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Continue on US 425; AR 8
41 mi·49 min·US 425; AR 8
5
Turn left onto AR 11
1.7 mi·1 min·Highway 11
6
Turn right onto AR 530
23 mi·27 min·Highway 530
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi·38 sec
Toward I 530 North, US 65 North
8
Merge onto I 530; US 63; US 65; US 79
27 mi·28 min·Wiley A Branton Sr Highway
9
Continue on I 530; US 65
17 mi·16 min·I 530; US 65
10
Continue on I 30; US 65; US 67; US 167
4.2 mi·5 min·I 30; US 65; US 67; US 167
11
Keep slight left at fork onto US 65
0.3 mi·35 sec·US 65
Exit 143AToward I 40 West, US 65 North, AR 107 North: Conway, Fort Smith
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Keep slight left at fork onto US 65
26 mi·27 min·US 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi·28 sec
Toward US 64
14
Keep slight left at fork
271 ft·8 sec
15
Turn left onto US 64
1.0 mi·1 min·East Oak Street
16
Keep slight left at fork onto Oak Street
0.3 mi·38 sec·Oak Street
17
Turn left onto Locust Avenue
497 ft·19 sec·Locust Avenue
18
Turn left onto Main Street
104 ft·4 sec·Main Street
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Arrive at destination
Main Street
Trip Plan
With a total duration of under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Planning for at least one stop during the 154.2-mile trek will help break up the technical nature of the local roads. Since this route relies heavily on local highways, stay alert for changing speed limits and intersection turns that occur more frequently than on a major interstate. To keep your travel stress-free, ensure your vehicle is fueled up before leaving North Crossett, as the $21 estimated cost is based on steady driving conditions. Use the lack of a long-haul highway stretch as an excuse to pace yourself and enjoy the local scenery along the way.
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 79.1 miles from North Crossett, AR, or about 1h 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 41.4 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 35 miles or 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 79.1 miles or 1h 37m 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 31m
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 North Crossett, 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 North Crossett, AR
This is one driving day of about 158.3 miles and 3h 3m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 35 miles from North Crossett, 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 US 425 for about 41.4 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 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 7.5 and 156.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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7.5 mi into trip|~13m in|US 82; US 425
At end of road, turn left onto US 82; US 425
Navigation decision point
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81.7 mi into trip|~1h 40m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 530 North, US 65 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 530 North, US 65 North
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130.2 mi into trip|~2h 31m in|US 65
Keep slight left at fork onto US 65 toward I 40 West, US 65 North, AR 107 North: Conway, Fort Smith
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 143A
Toward I 40 West, US 65 North, AR 107 North: Co...
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130.5 mi into trip|~2h 32m in|US 65
Keep slight left at fork onto US 65
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
156.9 mi into trip|~3h in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.91 one way
$47.81 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg55 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$26.24
$52.49
premium
$4.56
$28.41
$56.83
diesel
$5.61
$34.95
$69.90
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 55.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
47.5
0
$16.62
$7.60
Efficient EV
39.6
0
$13.85
$6.33
EV Truck/SUV
63.3
0
$22.16
$10.13
Gas CO2
55 kg
EV CO2
19 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 Apr 13, 2026
Origin
North Crossett, AR
Night
in North Crossett on Saturday
Local time
11:36 PM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
S 5 to 10 mph31% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Conway, AR
Night
in Conway on Saturday
Local time
11:36 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
8 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
3h 3m 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive as you navigate your way toward Conway. You will primarily utilize Highway 11, Highway 530, and I-530 North to complete the journey. Because the highway share is 0%, you should be prepared for more frequent turns and local road driving rather than long stretches of interstate cruising. There is no significant uninterrupted highway portion, as the longest stretch on Highway 11 is 0 miles, meaning you will be constantly transitioning between road segments. This creates a more engaged, hands-on driving experience compared to a standard highway haul.
82% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 41.4 mi on US 425.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 425 and Wiley A Branton Sr Highway. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 7.5 miles in near US 82; US 425.
Driving Effort5/10
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 158.3 miles you will encounter 13 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: at 7.5 miles (US 82; US 425): Navigation decision point; at 81.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 130.2 miles (US 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
330 ft150 ft
Total Climb
367 ft
Total Descent
210 ft
Highest Point
330 ft
~101.8 mi in
Elevation Range
180 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from North Crossett, AR to Conway, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Smith along the way.
Fort Smith
130.2 mi in|~2h 31m|via US 65
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 3m. Total distance: 158.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 41.4 miles on US 425. 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 7.5 miles (US 82; US 425): Navigation decision point; at 81.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 130.2 miles (US 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 3.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.1 hours — manageable with a long break at Conway, AR, but most travelers stay overnight.
