Traveling from Ozark to Conway covers 91.6 miles and typically takes about 1 hour and 35 minutes of drive time. Because this journey is relatively short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via I-40 before transitioning onto North 3rd Street and Harkrider Street to complete your arrival. Budgeting approximately $14 for fuel should comfortably cover this one-way transit through the Southeast region of Arkansas. This route is a straightforward, efficient connection that prioritizes speed and direct access between the two cities.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
45.8 miles from Ozark, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 47m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 40
87 mi
1h 27m
North 3rd Street
1.8 mi
3m
Harkrider Street
1.3 mi
1m
Oak Street
0.4 mi
<1m
Skyline Drive
0.2 mi
<1m
Locust Avenue
<0.1 mi
<1m
West Commercial Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Main Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 87 mi, about 1h 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ozark, AR and Conway, AR.
1
Start on US 64
135 ft·7 sec·West Commercial Street
2
Turn left onto AR 219
1.8 mi·3 min·North 3rd Street
3
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·1 min
4
Merge onto I 40
87 mi·1 hr 27 min·I 40
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi·21 sec
Toward US 65 North, US 65B South
6
Keep slight right at fork
498 ft·12 sec
7
Turn slight right onto US 65B
0.2 mi·21 sec·Skyline Drive
8
Continue on US 64; US 65B
0.5 mi·41 sec·Harkrider Street
9
Enter roundabout onto Harkrider Street
181 ft·2 sec·Harkrider Street
10
Continue on Harkrider Street
0.2 mi·20 sec·Harkrider Street
11
Enter roundabout onto Harkrider Street
162 ft·2 sec·Harkrider Street
12
Continue on Harkrider Street
0.5 mi·49 sec·Harkrider Street
13
Turn right onto Oak Street
492 ft·9 sec·Oak Street
14
Keep slight left at fork onto Oak Street
0.3 mi·38 sec·Oak Street
15
Turn left onto Locust Avenue
497 ft·19 sec·Locust Avenue
16
Turn left onto Main Street
104 ft·4 sec·Main Street
17
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick drive under two hours, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time to avoid potential traffic. There are no mandatory stops required for this 91.6-mile trek, meaning you can easily complete the trip in one go if you prefer. Keep in mind that since you are spending nearly the entire drive on I-40, it is wise to check for any construction or traffic alerts on the interstate before you leave Ozark. Prioritizing a full tank of gas before hitting the highway ensures your $14 fuel budget is managed effectively. Use the lack of required stops to your advantage by planning your arrival in Conway exactly when you need to be there.
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 45.8 miles from Ozark, AR, or about 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 87 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 20 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.8 miles or 47m 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 17m
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 Ozark, AR so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Ozark, AR
This is one driving day of about 91.6 miles and 1h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Ozark, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 40 for about 87 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 10
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 91.2 — 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|AR 219 / North 3rd Street
Turn left onto AR 219 / North 3rd Street
Navigation decision point
5
89.3 mi into trip|~1h 31m in
Take the exit toward US 65 North, US 65B South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 65 North, US 65B South
5
89.5 mi into trip|~1h 31m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
90.5 mi into trip|~1h 33m in|Harkrider Street
Enter roundabout onto Harkrider Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
91.2 mi into trip|~1h 34m in|Oak Street
Keep slight left at fork onto Oak Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.83 one way
$27.67 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg32 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$15.19
$30.37
premium
$4.56
$16.44
$32.88
diesel
$5.61
$20.22
$40.45
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
27.5
0
$9.62
$4.40
Efficient EV
22.9
0
$8.01
$3.66
EV Truck/SUV
36.6
0
$12.82
$5.86
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 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
Ozark, AR
Late night
in Ozark on Sunday
Local time
2:54 AM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Conway, AR
Late night
in Conway on Sunday
Local time
2:54 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
75°F
London, AR
46 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 35m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 95% of this trip is spent on high-speed thoroughfares. You will settle into a steady rhythm on I-40, which accounts for the vast majority of the journey with a longest uninterrupted stretch of 87 miles. The drive is designed for efficiency rather than winding backroads, keeping you on major infrastructure for almost the entire duration. Once you exit the interstate, the character shifts briefly as you navigate local roads like Harkrider Street to finish your trip. It is a predictable, consistent drive that allows you to maintain a steady pace from start to finish.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 87 mi on I 40.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and North 3rd Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near AR 219 / North 3rd Street.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 35m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (AR 219 / North 3rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 89.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 89.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 35m. Total distance: 91.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 87 miles on I 40. 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: near the start (AR 219 / North 3rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 89.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 89.5 miles: 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.
