Origin
Conway, AR
Afternoon in Conway on Sunday
Local time
4:44 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Conway, AR to Tennessee, AR
Drive Time
1h 58m
Distance
120.7 mi
194 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 50m
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6 AM
1h 59m
8 AM
2h 16m
10 AM
2h 5m
12 PM
2h 3m
3 PM
2h 6m
5 PM
2h 15m
8 PM
1h 54m
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
If you are looking to travel from Conway to Tennessee, Arkansas, expect a journey covering 120.7 miles. This trip typically takes about 1 hour and 58 minutes to complete, making it a straightforward drive that is easily accomplished in a single day. You will primarily navigate via Locust Avenue, Oak Street, and Central Landing Boulevard rather than utilizing major interstates. Budgeting around $16 for fuel should cover your needs for this excursion. Since both the origin and destination are located within the Southeast region of Arkansas, you will experience a consistent regional feel throughout the drive.
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
60.4 miles from Conway, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 59m into the drive .
Drive Character
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route features zero highway miles, meaning you will be navigating local roads for the entire 120.7-mile duration. Because the longest uninterrupted stretch on Locust Avenue is effectively zero miles, you should expect a constant rhythm of turns and adjustments. This is not a route for cruise control; it is a technical, hands-on experience that requires you to stay engaged with the road layout. The character of the drive remains consistent, prioritizing local connectivity over high-speed travel.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Locust Avenue is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Conway, AR to Tennessee, AR is easy. At 1h 58m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Conway, AR to Tennessee, AR is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Locust Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Oak Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Central Landing Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| AR 530 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 530 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 11 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Gaines Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Tennessee Spur Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Locust Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Conway, AR and Tennessee, AR.
1
Start on Main Street
105 ft
·
6 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn right onto Locust Avenue
499 ft
·
15 sec
·
Locust Avenue
3
Turn right onto Oak Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Oak Street
4
Turn right onto Central Landing Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Central Landing Boulevard
5
Take the ramp left
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
6
Merge slight left
26 mi
·
26 min
7
Take the exit slight right
4.6 mi
·
6 min
8
Keep slight left
44 mi
·
45 min
9
Take the exit slight right toward AR 530 South: Star City, Monticello
0.7 mi
·
52 sec
·
AR 530 South: Star City, Monticello
10
Continue on Highway 530
23 mi
·
26 min
·
Highway 530
11
At the end of the road, turn left onto Highway 11
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Highway 11
12
Turn right
16 mi
·
20 min
13
Take the exit right
226 ft
·
6 sec
14
Turn slight right onto West Gaines Avenue
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
West Gaines Avenue
15
Turn left onto Tennessee Spur Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Tennessee Spur Road
16
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a sub-two-hour trip with no required stops, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. While the 1 hour and 58 minute duration is manageable, remember that the lack of highway segments means your travel time is highly dependent on local traffic conditions. Keep your $16 fuel budget in mind before you head out, as you will want to ensure you have enough gas to navigate the constant turns without needing to hunt for stations along the way. Because there are no designated stops on this route, consider taking a break before you depart Conway to ensure you are ready for a continuous two-hour stint on local roads. Stay alert for the frequent transitions between Locust Avenue, Oak Street, and Central Landing Boulevard to keep your navigation seamless.
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 60.4 miles from Conway, AR, or about 59m into the drive.
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 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 60.4 miles or 59m 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 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Tennessee, 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 120.7 miles and 1h 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.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 60.4 mi from Conway, AR · 59m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
60 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 60.4 miles from Conway, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Tennessee, AR
The final approach into Tennessee, 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 Tennessee, 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
$18.45 one way
$36.90 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
42 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $20.24 | $40.48 |
| premium | $4.61 | $21.91 | $43.81 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $26.82 | $53.63 |
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: 42.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 36.2 | 0 | $12.67 | $5.79 |
| Efficient EV | 30.2 | 0 | $10.56 | $4.83 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 48.3 | 0 | $16.90 | $7.72 |
Gas CO2
42 kg
EV CO2
14 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
Tennessee, AR
Afternoon in Tennessee on Sunday
Local time
4:44 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
59°F
Haskell, AR
60 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
3 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
1h 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 Tennessee, AR covers 120.7 miles and takes about 1h 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Locust Avenue, Oak Street, Central Landing Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 60.4 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 $18.45 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 Tennessee, AR is easy. At 1h 58m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Conway, AR to Tennessee, AR is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Conway, AR to Tennessee, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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