Origin
Conway, AR
Evening in Conway on Thursday
Local time
5:24 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Conway, AR to De Witt, AR
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 23m
Distance
117 mi
188 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 14m
★
6 AM
2h 24m
8 AM
2h 44m
10 AM
2h 31m
12 PM
2h 29m
3 PM
2h 32m
5 PM
2h 43m
8 PM
2h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Conway, AR
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De Witt, AR
Andrea Piacquadio
Trip Overview
The drive from Conway, AR to De Witt, AR covers 117 miles and takes about 2h 23m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 40, McCoy Road, US 63 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 65.9 miles on I 40. At current regular gas prices, budget about $17.67 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
58.5 miles from Conway, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 2m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 23m. Total distance: 117 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (73%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 23m highway drive covering 117 miles, with most of the trip on I 40 and McCoy Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 65.9 miles on I 40.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 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 65.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and McCoy Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Locust 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 23m 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: near the start (Locust Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 29.1 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 67.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Locust Avenue
Turn right onto Locust Avenue
Navigation decision point
7
29.1 mi into trip
|
~32m in
|
I 40
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40 toward Memphis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward Memphis
5
67.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
Take the exit toward AR 11, US 63: Hazen, Des Arc
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward AR 11, US 63: Hazen, Des Arc
4
67.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
|
US 63
Turn right onto US 63
Navigation decision point
4
70.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m in
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US 63; US 70 / East South Front
Turn left onto US 63; US 70 / East South Front
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Conway, AR and De Witt, AR, road signs point toward Memphis and Des Arc.
Memphis
29.1 mi in
|
~32m
|
via I 40
Des Arc
67.5 mi in
|
~1h 12m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 65.9 mi | 1h 8m |
| McCoy Road | 27.4 mi | 38m |
| US 63 | 19.3 mi | 28m |
| Oak Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Pond Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| East South Front | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| West 2nd Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Central Landing Boulevard | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 65.9 mi, about 1h 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Conway, AR and De Witt, AR.
1
Start on Main Street
104 ft
·
6 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn right onto Locust Avenue
497 ft
·
14 sec
·
Locust Avenue
3
Turn right onto Oak Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Oak Street
4
Turn right onto Central Landing Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Central Landing Boulevard
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
6
Merge onto I 40; US 65
28 mi
·
29 min
·
I 40; US 65
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 40
38 mi
·
39 min
·
I 40
Toward Memphis
Use the straight lane.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward AR 11, US 63: Hazen, Des Arc
9
Turn right onto US 63
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
US 63
10
Turn left onto US 63; US 70
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East South Front
11
Turn slight right
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
12
Turn straight onto US 63
17 mi
·
24 min
·
US 63
13
Turn left onto US 165
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Pond Road
14
Continue on US 165
27 mi
·
38 min
·
McCoy Road
15
Turn left onto AR 152
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West 2nd Street
16
Turn right onto AR 1B
115 ft
·
3 sec
·
South Jefferson Street
17
Arrive at destination
AR 1B
Trip Plan
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 58.5 miles from Conway, AR, or about 1h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 65.9 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 26 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 58.5 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 54m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near De Witt, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Conway, AR so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Conway, AR
This is one driving day of about 117 miles and 2h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Conway, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 40 for about 65.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 58.5 mi from Conway, AR · 1h 2m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
59 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 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 58.5 miles from Conway, 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 65.9 miles.
Arriving in De Witt, AR
The final approach into De Witt, AR usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around De Witt, AR.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.67 one way
$35.34 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
41 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $19.40 | $38.79 |
| premium | $4.56 | $21.00 | $42.00 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $25.83 | $51.66 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 35.1 | 0 | $12.29 | $5.62 |
| Efficient EV | 29.3 | 0 | $10.24 | $4.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 46.8 | 0 | $16.38 | $7.49 |
Gas CO2
41 kg
EV CO2
14 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.
Destination
De Witt, AR
Evening in De Witt on Thursday
Local time
5:24 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 23m 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 Conway, AR to De Witt, AR covers 117 miles and takes about 2h 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, McCoy Road, US 63. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 58.5 miles from Conway, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.67 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 is a straightforward 2h 23m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Locust Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 29.1 miles (I 40): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 67.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Conway, AR and De Witt, AR, road signs point toward Memphis and Des Arc.
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