Origin
Conway, AR
Morning in Conway on Friday
Local time
8:56 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Conway, AR to Ola, AR
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 13m
Distance
65.5 mi
105 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 7m
★
6 AM
1h 13m
8 AM
1h 25m
10 AM
1h 17m
12 PM
1h 16m
3 PM
1h 18m
5 PM
1h 24m
8 PM
1h 10m
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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Ola, AR
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Trip Overview
This 65.5-mile drive from Conway to Ola, Arkansas, is a straightforward 1 hour and 13 minutes, making it an ideal day trip. Primarily using I-40 and AR-7 South, you'll experience an 85% highway profile. With an estimated fuel cost of around $10, this route is quite budget-friendly for a quick getaway. It's a simple, efficient journey through the Southeast region of Arkansas, perfect for a spontaneous outing or a planned short excursion. No overnight stays are necessary for this manageable distance.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 13m. Total distance: 65.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
The personality of this drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 85% of the journey on faster roads. You'll encounter a significant stretch of 40.6 miles on I-40, offering a consistent pace. As you transition to AR-7 South and South Arkansas Avenue, the character may shift slightly, though the overall feel remains efficient. This route is less about winding scenic byways and more about direct travel, allowing you to cover ground quickly.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 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 40.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and AR 7 South. 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 13m drive. You will face about 13 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 1.3 miles (US 64; US 65B / Harkrider Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 43 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 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
|
Locust Avenue
Turn right onto Locust Avenue
Navigation decision point
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
6
43 mi into trip
|
~44m in
Take the exit toward AR 331, US 64
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 84
Toward AR 331, US 64
7
43.8 mi into trip
|
~46m in
|
US 64 / East Main Street
At end of road, turn right onto US 64 / East Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
46 mi into trip
|
~49m in
|
AR 7 / South Arkansas Avenue
Turn left onto AR 7 / South Arkansas Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 40.6 mi | 40m |
| AR 7 South | 14.4 mi | 16m |
| South Arkansas Avenue | 4.9 mi | 5m |
| East Main Street | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Harkrider Street | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| AR 331 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Skyline Drive | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Oak Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 40.6 mi, about 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Conway, AR and Ola, 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
41 mi
·
40 min
·
I 40
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 84
Toward AR 331, US 64
13
Turn left onto AR 331
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
AR 331
14
At end of road, turn right onto US 64
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
East Main Street
Use the right lane.
15
Turn left onto AR 7
4.9 mi
·
5 min
·
South Arkansas Avenue
Use the left lane.
16
At end of road, turn left onto AR 7
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
North State Highway 7
17
Continue on AR 7
14 mi
·
16 min
·
AR 7 South
18
Turn left onto East Pennington Street
67 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Pennington Street
19
Arrive at destination
East Pennington Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 32.8 mi from Conway, AR · 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.8 miles from Conway, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Ola, AR
The final approach into Ola, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.89 one way
$19.78 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $10.86 | $21.72 |
| premium | $4.56 | $11.76 | $23.51 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.46 | $28.92 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.7 | 0 | $6.88 | $3.14 |
| Efficient EV | 16.4 | 0 | $5.73 | $2.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.2 | 0 | $9.17 | $4.19 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Destination
Ola, AR
Morning in Ola on Friday
Local time
8:56 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1 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 13m 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 Ola, AR covers 65.5 miles and takes about 1h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, AR 7 South, South Arkansas 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 32.8 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 $9.89 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 13m drive. You will face about 13 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 1.3 miles (US 64; US 65B / Harkrider Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 43 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Conway, AR to Ola, 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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