Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 57m
Distance
120.5 mi
194 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
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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Mountain Home, AR
Mark Stebnicki
The drive from Conway, AR to Mountain Home, AR covers 120.5 miles and takes about 2h 57m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 65, State Highway 14, US Highway 65 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 26.2 miles on US 65. At current regular gas prices, budget about $18.20 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
60.3 miles from Conway, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 24m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 57m. Total distance: 120.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Straightforward navigation.
This is a 2h 57m highway drive covering 120.5 miles, with most of the trip on US 65 and State Highway 14. The longest continuous stretch is about 26.2 miles on US 65.
Gently rolling terrain
Total Climb
1,041 ft
Total Descent
536 ft
Highest Point
1,167 ft
~43.1 mi in
Elevation Range
855 ft
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 65 and State Highway 14. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1.3 miles in near US 64; US 65B / Harkrider Street.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Conway, AR to Mountain Home, AR is easy. At 2h 57m with 86% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.3 miles (US 64; US 65B / Harkrider Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 100.6 miles (US 62; US 412): Navigation decision point; at 120.4 miles (East 7th Street): Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Enter roundabout onto US 64; US 65B / Harkrider Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
At end of road, turn right onto US 62; US 412
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto East 7th Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto South Baker Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto East 6th Street
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 65 | 26.2 mi | 36m |
| State Highway 14 | 23.5 mi | 41m |
| US Highway 65 | 23.1 mi | 31m |
| US 62 | 18.6 mi | 21m |
| South Broadview Street | 11.8 mi | 16m |
| AR 27 | 10.6 mi | 18m |
| Skyline Drive | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Harkrider Street | 1.3 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Conway, AR and Mountain Home, AR.
Start on Main Street
Turn right onto Locust Avenue
Turn right onto Oak Street
Turn left onto US 64; US 65B
Enter roundabout onto US 64; US 65B
Continue on US 64; US 65B
Enter roundabout onto US 64; US 65B
Continue on US 64; US 65B
Continue on US 65B
Continue on US 65
Continue on US 65
Continue on US 65
Continue on US 65
Continue on US 65
Continue on US 65; Hwy 124
Continue on US 65; AR 9; AR 16
Take the exit
Turn straight onto AR 27
Continue on AR 14
At end of road, turn right onto US 62; US 412
Continue on US 62; US 412
Turn straight onto US-62B
Continue on US 62B; AR 5
Turn right onto East 7th Street
Turn left onto South Baker Street
Turn left onto East 6th Street
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 27 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 60.3 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 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Mountain Home, AR than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Conway, AR so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 120.5 miles and 2h 57m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 60.3 mi from Conway, AR · 1h 24m 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.
A short stop after about 27 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 60.3 miles from Conway, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Mountain Home, 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 Mountain Home, AR.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$18.20 one way
$36.40 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $19.98 | $39.95 |
| premium | $4.56 | $21.63 | $43.26 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $26.60 | $53.21 |
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, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 36.2 | 0 | $12.65 | $5.78 |
| Efficient EV | 30.1 | 0 | $10.54 | $4.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 48.2 | 0 | $16.87 | $7.71 |
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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Conway on Friday
Local time
6:12 PM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Mostly Cloudy
Destination
Evening in Mountain Home on Friday
Local time
6:12 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
74°F
Marshall, 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
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
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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