Origin
Conway, AR
Late night in Conway on Monday
Local time
2:50 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Conway, AR to Harrisburg, AR
Drive Time
2h 25m
Distance
117.2 mi
189 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 15m
★
6 AM
2h 25m
8 AM
2h 45m
10 AM
2h 32m
12 PM
2h 30m
3 PM
2h 33m
5 PM
2h 44m
8 PM
2h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Conway, AR
Md Jawadur Rahman
Trip Overview
The drive from Conway, AR to Harrisburg, AR covers 117.2 miles and takes about 2h 25m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 64, Vilonia Bypass, State Highway 14 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 51.9 miles on US 64. At current regular gas prices, budget about $17.92 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.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
58.6 miles from Conway, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 10m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 2h 25m highway drive covering 117.2 miles, with most of the trip on US 64 and Vilonia Bypass. The longest continuous stretch is about 51.9 miles on US 64.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 64 is the longest continuous segment at about 51.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 64 and Vilonia Bypass. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Locust Avenue.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Conway, AR to Harrisburg, AR is easy. At 2h 25m with 65% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Locust Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Oak Street): Navigation decision point; at 34.4 miles (US 64): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Locust Avenue
Turn right onto Locust Avenue
Navigation decision point
3
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Oak Street
Turn right onto Oak Street
Navigation decision point
3
34.4 mi into trip
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~45m in
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US 64
Take the exit onto US 64
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
4
86.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 38m in
Take the exit toward AR 14: Waldenburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward AR 14: Waldenburg
3
86.6 mi into trip
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~1h 38m in
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AR 14 / State Highway 14
Turn right onto AR 14 / State Highway 14
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 64 | 51.9 mi | 52m |
| Vilonia Bypass | 25.9 mi | 32m |
| State Highway 14 | 19.4 mi | 29m |
| Main Street | 6.2 mi | 9m |
| State Highway 64 | 5.4 mi | 6m |
| Amagon Street | 4.1 mi | 6m |
| Oak Street | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| West Jackson Street | 1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 64
— 51.9 mi, about 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Conway, AR and Harrisburg, 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
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Oak Street
4
Continue on US 64
5.4 mi
·
6 min
·
State Highway 64
5
Continue on US 64
26 mi
·
32 min
·
Vilonia Bypass
Use the straight lane.
6
Take the exit onto US 64
52 mi
·
52 min
·
US 64
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward AR 14: Waldenburg
8
Turn right onto AR 14
8.4 mi
·
12 min
·
State Highway 14
9
Continue on AR 14; AR 37
4.1 mi
·
6 min
·
Amagon Street
10
Continue on AR 14
6.1 mi
·
9 min
·
Main Street
11
Continue on AR 14
11 mi
·
16 min
·
State Highway 14
12
Continue on AR 14
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West Jackson Street
13
Arrive at destination
AR 14
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 58.6 miles from Conway, AR, or about 1h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 51.9 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 80 miles or 1h 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 58.6 miles or 1h 10m 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 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Harrisburg, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Conway, 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 Conway, AR
This is one driving day of about 117.2 miles and 2h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Conway, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on US 64 for about 51.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 58.6 mi from Conway, AR · 1h 10m 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
Arriving in Harrisburg, AR
The final approach into Harrisburg, 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 Harrisburg, 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
$17.92 one way
$35.83 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
41 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $19.65 | $39.30 |
| premium | $4.61 | $21.27 | $42.54 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $26.04 | $52.08 |
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: 41 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 35.2 | 0 | $12.31 | $5.63 |
| Efficient EV | 29.3 | 0 | $10.25 | $4.69 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 46.9 | 0 | $16.41 | $7.50 |
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
Harrisburg, AR
Late night in Harrisburg on Monday
Local time
2:50 AM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
59°F
Haskell, AR
59 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
2h 25m 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 Harrisburg, AR covers 117.2 miles and takes about 2h 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 64, Vilonia Bypass, State Highway 14. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 58.6 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 $17.92 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.
The drive from Conway, AR to Harrisburg, AR is easy. At 2h 25m with 65% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Locust Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Oak Street): Navigation decision point; at 34.4 miles (US 64): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Conway, AR to Harrisburg, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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