Origin
Conway, AR
Morning in Conway on Wednesday
Local time
7:15 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Conway, AR to Jonesboro, AR
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
2h 29m
Distance
130.5 mi
210 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 19m
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6 AM
2h 30m
8 AM
2h 50m
10 AM
2h 37m
12 PM
2h 35m
3 PM
2h 38m
5 PM
2h 49m
8 PM
2h 23m
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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Trip Overview
This 130.5-mile drive from Conway to Jonesboro, Arkansas, is a manageable 2-hour and 29-minute journey, making it an ideal day trip. With a fuel cost estimated at $20, it's an economical option for a quick getaway within the Southeast region. The route is primarily highway-focused, offering a straightforward travel experience without the need for an overnight stay. You'll spend most of your time on US 64 and US 78, with a brief section on the Vilonia Bypass. This drive is perfect if you're looking for a simple, direct path between these two Arkansas cities.
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
65.3 miles from Conway, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 17m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Prepare for a drive that's 71% highway, meaning you'll experience stretches of consistent, faster travel. The longest uninterrupted segment spans 74.6 miles on US 64, allowing for a good period of steady progress. While largely highway-focused, this route offers a mix that keeps things from feeling monotonous. You'll transition between main arteries like US 78 and the Vilonia Bypass, providing a varied driving experience without venturing onto overly complex local roads. Expect a practical and efficient journey with minimal slowdowns.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 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 74.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 64 and Vilonia Bypass. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Locust Avenue.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h 29m drive. You will face about 8 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 0.1 miles (Oak Street): Navigation decision point; at 108.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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Locust Avenue
Turn right onto Locust Avenue
Navigation decision point
3
0.1 mi into trip
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Oak Street
Turn right onto Oak Street
Navigation decision point
4
108.9 mi into trip
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~2h 2m in
Take the exit toward AR 226: Jonesboro
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward AR 226: Jonesboro
4
109.4 mi into trip
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~2h 3m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
130.5 mi into trip
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~2h 29m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 64 | 74.6 mi | 1h 17m |
| Vilonia Bypass | 25.9 mi | 32m |
| US 78 | 12.1 mi | 13m |
| Southwest Drive | 7.4 mi | 9m |
| State Highway 64 | 5.4 mi | 6m |
| Oak Street | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| South Main Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Locust Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 64
— 74.6 mi, about 1h 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Conway, AR and Jonesboro, AR.
1
Start on Main Street
104 ft
·
6 sec
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Main Street
2
Turn right onto Locust Avenue
497 ft
·
14 sec
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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
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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
75 mi
·
1 hr 17 min
·
US 64
7
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward AR 226: Jonesboro
8
Keep slight right at fork
346 ft
·
8 sec
9
Merge onto US 78; AR 226
12 mi
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13 min
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US 78; AR 226
10
Continue on US 49; US 63; US 78
7.4 mi
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9 min
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Southwest Drive
11
Continue on South Main Street
1.4 mi
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2 min
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South Main Street
12
Turn right onto Cate Avenue
207 ft
·
14 sec
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Cate Avenue
13
Turn left
75 ft
·
5 sec
14
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given its short 2-hour and 29-minute duration, this route offers plenty of flexibility. Leaving in the morning allows ample time to reach Jonesboro and explore, or you could depart later in the day. The longest stretch without a significant change in road is 74.6 miles on US 64, so plan your restroom and refreshment breaks accordingly before embarking on this section. With a $20 fuel estimate, you're unlikely to need multiple fill-ups, but it's always wise to start with a full tank. This is a straightforward drive, so focus on enjoying the progress rather than navigating complex turns.
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 65.3 miles from Conway, AR, or about 1h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 74.6 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 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 65.3 miles or 1h 17m 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
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jonesboro, 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 130.5 miles and 2h 29m.
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 74.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 65.3 mi from Conway, AR · 1h 17m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
65 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 65.3 miles from Conway, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 64 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 74.6 miles.
Arriving in Jonesboro, AR
The final approach into Jonesboro, 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 Jonesboro, 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
$19.71 one way
$39.42 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
46 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $21.64 | $43.27 |
| premium | $4.56 | $23.42 | $46.85 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $28.81 | $57.63 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 45.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 39.2 | 0 | $13.70 | $6.26 |
| Efficient EV | 32.6 | 0 | $11.42 | $5.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 52.2 | 0 | $18.27 | $8.35 |
Gas CO2
46 kg
EV CO2
15 kg (67% 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
Jonesboro, AR
Morning in Jonesboro on Wednesday
Local time
7:15 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
77°F
Bono, AR
65 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
1 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
2h 29m 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 Jonesboro, AR covers 130.5 miles and takes about 2h 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 64, Vilonia Bypass, US 78. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 65.3 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 $19.71 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 29m drive. You will face about 8 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 0.1 miles (Oak Street): Navigation decision point; at 108.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Conway, AR to Jonesboro, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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