Origin
Clarksville, AR
Evening in Clarksville on Friday
Local time
8:42 PM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Clarksville, AR to Conway, AR
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 14m
Distance
70.7 mi
114 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 9m
★
6 AM
1h 14m
8 AM
1h 26m
10 AM
1h 19m
12 PM
1h 17m
3 PM
1h 19m
5 PM
1h 26m
8 PM
1h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Clarksville, AR
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Conway, AR
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Trip Overview
This 70.7-mile drive from Clarksville, AR, to Conway, AR, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 14 minutes. With a highway share of 94%, it's a predominantly interstate experience, making it ideal for a single-day excursion rather than requiring an overnight stop. The estimated fuel cost is around $11, which is quite budget-friendly for a journey of this length. This route stays within the Southeast region, offering a consistent travel feel. It’s a practical option for getting from point A to point B efficiently, with no planned stops, allowing you to reach your destination without much fuss.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 14m. Total distance: 70.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for most of this 70.7-mile journey, with 94% of it being on major roadways like I-40. You'll encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch at 66.4 miles on I-40, so prepare for a good portion of consistent highway travel. The route largely follows the interstate, offering a predictable driving experience. While the majority is interstate, the transition onto South Rogers Street and Harkrider Street in Conway will introduce you to more local road conditions as you approach your destination.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 40 is the longest continuous segment at about 66.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and South Rogers Street. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.9 miles in.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 70.7 miles you will encounter 12 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 1.9 miles: Navigation decision point; at 68.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 68.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.9 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp toward I 40 East
Navigation decision point
Toward I 40 East
5
68.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m 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
68.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
69.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
|
Harkrider Street
Enter roundabout onto Harkrider Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
70.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
|
Oak Street
Keep slight left at fork onto Oak Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 66.4 mi | 1h 6m |
| South Rogers Street | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Harkrider Street | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| West Main Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Oak Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Skyline Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Locust Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 66.4 mi, about 1h 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clarksville, AR and Conway, AR.
1
Start on AR 103
90 ft
·
9 sec
·
North College Avenue
2
Turn left onto US 64; AR 103
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
West Main Street
3
Turn right onto AR 103
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
South Rogers Street
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward I 40 East
5
Merge onto I 40
66 mi
·
1 hr 6 min
·
I 40
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward US 65 North, US 65B South
7
Keep slight right at fork
498 ft
·
12 sec
8
Turn slight right onto US 65B
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Skyline Drive
9
Continue on US 64; US 65B
0.5 mi
·
41 sec
·
Harkrider Street
10
Enter roundabout onto Harkrider Street
181 ft
·
2 sec
·
Harkrider Street
11
Continue on Harkrider Street
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Harkrider Street
12
Enter roundabout onto Harkrider Street
162 ft
·
2 sec
·
Harkrider Street
13
Continue on Harkrider Street
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
Harkrider Street
14
Turn right onto Oak Street
492 ft
·
9 sec
·
Oak Street
15
Keep slight left at fork onto Oak Street
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Oak Street
16
Turn left onto Locust Avenue
497 ft
·
19 sec
·
Locust Avenue
17
Turn left onto Main Street
104 ft
·
4 sec
·
Main Street
18
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 35.4 mi from Clarksville, AR · 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35.4 miles from Clarksville, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 40 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 66.4 miles.
Arriving in Conway, AR
The final approach into Conway, AR usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.68 one way
$21.35 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $11.72 | $23.44 |
| premium | $4.56 | $12.69 | $25.38 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.61 | $31.22 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.2 | 0 | $7.42 | $3.39 |
| Efficient EV | 17.7 | 0 | $6.19 | $2.83 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.3 | 0 | $9.90 | $4.52 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Evening in Conway on Friday
Local time
8:42 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
76°F
Pottsville, AR
35 mi in
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 14m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Clarksville, AR to Conway, AR covers 70.7 miles and takes about 1h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, South Rogers Street, Harkrider Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 35.4 miles from Clarksville, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.68 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 70.7 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.9 miles: Navigation decision point; at 68.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 68.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Clarksville, AR to Conway, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh 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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