The drive from Conway, AR to Salem, AR covers 149.7 miles and takes about 3h 14m 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, T & C Boulevard for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is mixed drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 60.2 miles on US 64.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $22.61 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
74.9 miles from Conway, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 31m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 14m. Total distance: 149.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
The drive from Conway, AR to Salem, AR covers 149.7 miles and takes about 3h 14m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
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 60.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. 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.
Driving Effort1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Conway, AR to Salem, AR is easy. At 3h 14m with 44% 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 61.2 miles (US 64; US 167): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|Locust Avenue
Turn right onto Locust Avenue
Navigation decision point
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0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|Oak Street
Turn right onto Oak Street
Navigation decision point
5
61.2 mi into trip|~1h 12m in|US 64; US 167
Take the exit onto US 64; US 167 toward US 64 East, US 67 North: Bald Knob, Batesville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 64 East, US 67 North: Bald Knob, Bate...
4
61.5 mi into trip|~1h 13m in|US 64; US 167
Turn left onto US 64; US 167
Navigation decision point
4
132.4 mi into trip|~2h 54m in|US 62; US 412 / T & C Boulevard
Turn left onto US 62; US 412 / T & C Boulevard
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Conway, AR to Salem, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Batesville along the way.
Batesville
61.2 mi in|~1h 12m|via US 64; US 167
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 64
60.2 mi
1h 12m
Vilonia Bypass
25.9 mi
32m
T & C Boulevard
17.1 mi
19m
South Saint Louis Street
14.4 mi
22m
Ash Flat Drive
11.9 mi
17m
South Main Street
11.8 mi
17m
State Highway 64
5.4 mi
6m
Oak Street
2.9 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
US 64
— 60.2 mi, about 1h 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Conway, AR and Salem, 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
27 mi·27 min·US 64
7
Take the exit onto US 64; US 167
0.3 mi·45 sec·US 64; US 167
Toward US 64 East, US 67 North: Bald Knob, Batesville
8
Turn left onto US 64; US 167
33 mi·44 min·US 64; US 167
9
Continue on US 167; AR 25
14 mi·22 min·South Saint Louis Street
10
Continue on US 167
12 mi·17 min·South Main Street
11
Continue on US 167
12 mi·17 min·Ash Flat Drive
12
Turn left onto US 62; US 412
17 mi·19 min·T & C Boulevard
13
Turn right onto US 62B; AR 9
0.2 mi·24 sec·South Main Street
14
Arrive at destination
AR 9
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 74.9 miles from Conway, AR, or about 1h 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 60.2 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 33 miles or 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 74.9 miles or 1h 31m 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 40m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Salem, 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 149.7 miles and 3h 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 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 US 64 for about 60.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 74.9 mi from Conway, AR
· 1h 31m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.61 one way
$45.22 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg52 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$24.82
$49.64
premium
$4.56
$26.87
$53.74
diesel
$5.61
$33.05
$66.10
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 52.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
4 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: good
Tesla Supercharger
Conway, Arkansas
Tesla
1 DCFC
Red E Charging Station
Batesville, Arkansas
Other
1 DCFC
Red E Charging Station
Ash Flat, Arkansas
Other
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Conway, Arkansas
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
Other: 2
Tesla: 1
ChargePoint: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
44.9
0
$15.72
$7.19
Efficient EV
37.4
0
$13.10
$5.99
EV Truck/SUV
59.9
0
$20.96
$9.58
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
18 kg (65% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Conway, AR
Morning
in Conway on Saturday
Local time
9:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Salem, AR
Morning
in Salem on Saturday
Local time
9:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
77°F
Bryant, AR
75 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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 14m 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 Salem, AR covers 149.7 miles and takes about 3h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 64, Vilonia Bypass, T & C Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 74.9 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 $22.61 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Conway, AR to Salem, AR is easy. At 3h 14m with 44% 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 61.2 miles (US 64; US 167): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Conway, AR to Salem, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Batesville along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
