Origin
Conway, AR
Late night in Conway on Monday
Local time
3:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Conway, AR to Lincoln, AR
Drive Time
2h 58m
Distance
165 mi
265 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$25
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 47m
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6 AM
2h 59m
8 AM
3h 21m
10 AM
3h 7m
12 PM
3h 4m
3 PM
3h 8m
5 PM
3h 20m
8 PM
2h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Conway, AR
Md Jawadur Rahman
Lincoln, AR
Evgeni Adutskevich
Trip Overview
The drive from Conway, AR to Lincoln, AR covers 165 miles and takes about 2h 58m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 40, I 49, East Heritage Parkway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 112.4 miles on I 40. At current regular gas prices, budget about $25.22 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
82.5 miles from Conway, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 24m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 2h 58m highway drive covering 165 miles, with most of the trip on I 40 and I 49. The longest continuous stretch is about 112.4 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 23 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 112.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and I 49. 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 58m drive. You will face about 16 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 1 miles (US 64; US 65B / Harkrider Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 1.3 miles (US 64; US 65B / Harkrider Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 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
4
1 mi into trip
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~1m in
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US 64; US 65B / Harkrider Street
Enter roundabout onto US 64; US 65B / Harkrider Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
1.3 mi into trip
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~2m in
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US 64; US 65B / Harkrider Street
Enter roundabout onto US 64; US 65B / Harkrider Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
7
147.8 mi into trip
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~2h 30m in
Take the exit toward State Highway 170: West Fork
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 53
Toward State Highway 170: West Fork
5
164.9 mi into trip
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~2h 58m in
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West Park Street
At end of road, turn left onto West Park Street
Navigation decision point
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Conway, AR to Lincoln, AR, road signs begin pointing toward State Highway 170: West Fork along the way.
State Highway 170: West Fork
147.8 mi in
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~2h 30m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 112.4 mi | 1h 52m |
| I 49 | 32.6 mi | 32m |
| East Heritage Parkway | 6.4 mi | 9m |
| Hogeye Road | 5.6 mi | 9m |
| AR 156 | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| Harkrider Street | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Skyline Drive | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Oak Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 112.4 mi, about 1h 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Conway, AR and Lincoln, 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
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
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Oak Street
4
Turn left onto US 64; US 65B
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
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Harkrider Street
5
Enter roundabout onto US 64; US 65B
149 ft
·
2 sec
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Harkrider Street
6
Continue on US 64; US 65B
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
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Harkrider Street
7
Enter roundabout onto US 64; US 65B
148 ft
·
2 sec
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Harkrider Street
8
Continue on US 64; US 65B
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
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Harkrider Street
9
Continue on US 65B
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
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Skyline Drive
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
11
Merge onto I 40
112 mi
·
1 hr 52 min
·
I 40
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
13
Continue on I 49
33 mi
·
32 min
·
I 49
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 53
Toward State Highway 170: West Fork
Use the slight right lane.
15
Turn left onto AR 170
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
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Phillips Street
16
Turn right onto AR 156
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
AR 156
17
Continue on AR 265
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
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South State Highway 265
18
Turn right onto Hogeye Road
5.6 mi
·
9 min
·
Hogeye Road
19
Turn left onto US 62
6.4 mi
·
9 min
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East Heritage Parkway
20
Turn right onto Main Street
476 ft
·
26 sec
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Main Street
21
At end of road, turn left onto West Park Street
139 ft
·
8 sec
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West Park Street
22
Turn right onto Boyer Avenue
228 ft
·
10 sec
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Boyer Avenue
23
Arrive at destination
Boyer Avenue
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 82.5 miles from Conway, AR, or about 1h 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 112.4 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 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 82.5 miles or 1h 24m 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 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lincoln, 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 165 miles and 2h 58m.
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.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 40 for about 112.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 82.5 mi from Conway, AR · 1h 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
83 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 82.5 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 112.4 miles.
Arriving in Lincoln, AR
The final approach into Lincoln, 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 Lincoln, AR.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$25.22 one way
$50.45 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
58 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $27.67 | $55.33 |
| premium | $4.61 | $29.95 | $59.89 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $36.66 | $73.31 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$25
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 57.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 49.5 | 0 | $17.33 | $7.92 |
| Efficient EV | 41.3 | 0 | $14.44 | $6.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 66 | 0 | $23.10 | $10.56 |
Gas CO2
58 kg
EV CO2
19 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
Lincoln, AR
Late night in Lincoln on Monday
Local time
3:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°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
13 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 58m 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 Lincoln, AR covers 165 miles and takes about 2h 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, I 49, East Heritage Parkway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 82.5 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 $25.22 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 2h 58m drive. You will face about 16 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 1 miles (US 64; US 65B / Harkrider Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 1.3 miles (US 64; US 65B / Harkrider Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
On the drive from Conway, AR to Lincoln, AR, road signs begin pointing toward State Highway 170: West Fork along the way.
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