Origin
Conway, AR
Morning in Conway on Saturday
Local time
9:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Conway, AR to Alma, AR
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 58m
Distance
115.1 mi
185 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 50m
★
6 AM
1h 59m
8 AM
2h 16m
10 AM
2h 5m
12 PM
2h 3m
3 PM
2h 5m
5 PM
2h 15m
8 PM
1h 53m
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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Alma, AR
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Trip Overview
The drive from Conway, AR to Alma, AR covers 115.1 miles and takes about 1h 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, Harkrider Street, Fayetteville Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 111.4 miles on I 40. At current regular gas prices, budget about $17.38 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
57.6 miles from Conway, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 59m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 58m. Total distance: 115.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 58m highway drive covering 115.1 miles, with most of the trip on I 40 and Harkrider Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 111.4 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 17 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 111.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and Harkrider Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Locust Avenue.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 58m drive. You will face about 9 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 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Locust Avenue
Turn right onto Locust Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
1 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
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
|
~2m in
|
US 64; US 65B / Harkrider Street
Enter roundabout onto US 64; US 65B / Harkrider Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
113.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 55m in
Take the exit toward US 71: Alma
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward US 71: Alma
5
114.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 57m in
|
Fayetteville Avenue
Keep slight left at fork onto Fayetteville Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 111.4 mi | 1h 51m |
| Harkrider Street | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Fayetteville Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| US Highway 71 North | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Skyline Drive | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Oak Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Locust Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 111.4 mi, about 1h 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Conway, AR and Alma, 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
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
Oak Street
4
Turn left onto US 64; US 65B
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
Harkrider Street
5
Enter roundabout onto US 64; US 65B
149 ft
·
2 sec
·
Harkrider Street
6
Continue on US 64; US 65B
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Harkrider Street
7
Enter roundabout onto US 64; US 65B
148 ft
·
2 sec
·
Harkrider Street
8
Continue on US 64; US 65B
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
Harkrider Street
9
Continue on US 65B
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
Skyline Drive
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
11
Merge onto I 40
111 mi
·
1 hr 51 min
·
I 40
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward US 71: Alma
13
Turn left onto US 71
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
US Highway 71 North
14
Continue on Fayetteville Avenue
448 ft
·
12 sec
·
Fayetteville Avenue
15
Keep slight left at fork onto Fayetteville Avenue
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Fayetteville Avenue
16
Continue on Fayetteville Avenue
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Fayetteville Avenue
17
Arrive at destination
Fayetteville 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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 57.6 miles from Conway, AR, or about 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 111.4 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 25 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 57.6 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 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Alma, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
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 115.1 miles and 1h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from Conway, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 40 for about 111.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 57.6 mi from Conway, AR · 59m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
58 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 25 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 57.6 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 111.4 miles.
Arriving in Alma, AR
The final approach into Alma, AR usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
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
$17.38 one way
$34.77 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
40 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $19.08 | $38.16 |
| premium | $4.56 | $20.66 | $41.32 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $25.41 | $50.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 34.5 | 0 | $12.09 | $5.52 |
| Efficient EV | 28.8 | 0 | $10.07 | $4.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 46 | 0 | $16.11 | $7.37 |
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (68% 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
Alma, AR
Morning in Alma on Saturday
Local time
9:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
79°F
Delaware, AR
58 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
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 Alma, AR covers 115.1 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 I 40, Harkrider Street, Fayetteville Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 57.6 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 $17.38 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 1h 58m drive. You will face about 9 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.
The route from Conway, AR to Alma, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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