Origin
Conway, AR
Evening in Conway on Thursday
Local time
5:58 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 45m
Distance
91.5 mi
147 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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Newport, AR
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The drive from Conway, AR to Newport, AR covers 91.5 miles and takes about 1h 45m 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 64 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 54.2 miles on US 64. At current regular gas prices, budget about $13.82 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
45.7 miles from Conway, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 57m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 45m. Total distance: 91.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (66%). Straightforward navigation.
This is a 1h 45m highway drive covering 91.5 miles, with most of the trip on US 64 and Vilonia Bypass. The longest continuous stretch is about 54.2 miles on US 64.
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.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Conway, AR to Newport, AR is easy. At 1h 45m with 66% 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.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto Locust Avenue
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto Oak Street
Navigation decision point
Take the exit onto US 64
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Take the exit toward AR 17: Newport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Turn left
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 64 | 54.2 mi | 55m |
| Vilonia Bypass | 25.9 mi | 32m |
| State Highway 64 | 5.4 mi | 6m |
| Oak Street | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| Malcolm Avenue | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| AR 17 | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| South State Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| 3rd Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Conway, AR and Newport, AR.
Start on Main Street
Turn right onto Locust Avenue
Turn right onto Oak Street
Continue on US 64
Continue on US 64
Take the exit onto US 64
Take the exit
Turn left
Turn left onto AR 17
Turn right onto AR 14
Turn left onto AR 14
Continue on AR 14
Arrive at destination
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.
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 20 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.7 miles or 57m 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 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Newport, AR than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Conway, AR so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Conway, AR
This is one driving day of about 91.5 miles and 1h 45m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 45.7 mi from Conway, AR · 57m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
46 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.
A short stop after about 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 45.7 miles from Conway, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Newport, 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.
Regular Gas
$13.82 one way
$27.64 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $15.17 | $30.34 |
| premium | $4.56 | $16.42 | $32.85 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.20 | $40.40 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.5 | 0 | $9.61 | $4.39 |
| Efficient EV | 22.9 | 0 | $8.01 | $3.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36.6 | 0 | $12.81 | $5.86 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Conway on Thursday
Local time
5:58 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Destination
Evening in Newport on Thursday
Local time
5:58 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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