Origin
Fairfield Bay, AR
Morning in Fairfield Bay on Wednesday
Local time
6:20 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fairfield Bay, AR to Conway, AR
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 29m
Distance
57.6 mi
93 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 23m
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6 AM
1h 30m
8 AM
1h 44m
10 AM
1h 35m
12 PM
1h 33m
3 PM
1h 35m
5 PM
1h 43m
8 PM
1h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fairfield Bay, AR
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Conway, AR
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 57.6-mile drive from Fairfield Bay to Conway, Arkansas, can be completed in about 1 hour and 29 minutes, making it an ideal day trip. You'll primarily be on US 65, AR 9, and AR 16, with 97% of the journey on highways. With an estimated fuel cost of $9, this route offers an economical option for a quick regional hop within the Southeast. Given its short distance and efficient highway profile, it's perfectly suited for a single outing without the need for an overnight stop, allowing for maximum flexibility in your schedule.
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
28.8 miles from Fairfield Bay, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 48m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for the majority of this trip, as indicated by the 97% highway share. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 38.4 miles on US 65, providing a consistent pace. The route's character is largely defined by these main roads, suggesting a driving experience that prioritizes efficiency over winding backroads. You can anticipate a steady and predictable journey as you transition from Fairfield Bay to Conway.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 65 is the longest continuous segment at about 38.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 65 and AR 9. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 7.6 miles in near AR 9; AR 16.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 29m 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: at 7.6 miles (AR 9; AR 16): Navigation decision point; at 17.2 miles (US 65; AR 9; AR 16): Navigation decision point; at 56.3 miles (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.
5
7.6 mi into trip
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~15m in
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AR 9; AR 16
At end of road, turn left onto AR 9; AR 16
Navigation decision point
5
17.2 mi into trip
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~32m in
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US 65; AR 9; AR 16
At end of road, turn left onto US 65; AR 9; AR 16
Navigation decision point
4
56.3 mi into trip
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~1h 27m in
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Harkrider Street
Enter roundabout onto Harkrider Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
56.5 mi into trip
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~1h 27m in
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Harkrider Street
Enter roundabout onto Harkrider Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
57.2 mi into trip
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~1h 28m in
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Oak Street
Keep slight left at fork onto Oak Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 65 | 38.4 mi | 54m |
| AR 9 | 9.6 mi | 16m |
| AR 16 | 4.6 mi | 8m |
| Dave Creek Parkway | 3 mi | 7m |
| Harkrider Street | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Oak Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Skyline Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Locust Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 65
— 38.4 mi, about 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fairfield Bay, AR and Conway, AR.
1
Start on Dave Creek Parkway
3.0 mi
·
7 min
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Dave Creek Parkway
2
Turn left onto AR 16
4.6 mi
·
8 min
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AR 16
3
At end of road, turn left onto AR 9; AR 16
9.6 mi
·
16 min
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AR 9; AR 16
4
At end of road, turn left onto US 65; AR 9; AR 16
38 mi
·
54 min
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US 65; AR 9; AR 16
5
Continue on US 65B
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
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Skyline Drive
6
Continue on US 64; US 65B
0.5 mi
·
41 sec
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Harkrider Street
7
Enter roundabout onto Harkrider Street
181 ft
·
2 sec
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Harkrider Street
8
Continue on Harkrider Street
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
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Harkrider Street
9
Enter roundabout onto Harkrider Street
162 ft
·
2 sec
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Harkrider Street
10
Continue on Harkrider Street
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
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Harkrider Street
11
Turn right onto Oak Street
492 ft
·
9 sec
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Oak Street
12
Keep slight left at fork onto Oak Street
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
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Oak Street
13
Turn left onto Locust Avenue
497 ft
·
19 sec
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Locust Avenue
14
Turn left onto Main Street
104 ft
·
4 sec
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Main Street
15
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Trip Plan
For this shorter 57.6-mile journey, you have the advantage of flexibility. Leaving mid-morning after initial rush hour would be ideal, allowing you to enjoy the drive without feeling rushed. Since the total duration is just under 1.5 hours, you likely won't need extensive stops, but keeping an eye on your fuel gauge is always wise; the estimated cost is around $9. A specific tip for this route: be aware that US 65 is a significant artery, so anticipate potential for moderate traffic, especially as you approach Conway.
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 28.8 miles from Fairfield Bay, AR, or about 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 38.4 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 57.6 miles or 1h 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 28.8 miles or 48m 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 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Conway, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Fairfield Bay, 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 Fairfield Bay, AR
This is one driving day of about 57.6 miles and 1h 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Fairfield Bay, 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.
The longest stretch is on US 65 for about 38.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 28.8 mi from Fairfield Bay, AR · 48m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 57.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.8 miles from Fairfield Bay, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Conway, AR
The final approach into Conway, 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 Conway, 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
$8.70 one way
$17.40 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $9.55 | $19.10 |
| premium | $4.56 | $10.34 | $20.68 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.72 | $25.43 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.3 | 0 | $6.05 | $2.76 |
| Efficient EV | 14.4 | 0 | $5.04 | $2.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23 | 0 | $8.06 | $3.69 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Conway, AR
Morning in Conway on Wednesday
Local time
6:20 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 29m 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 Fairfield Bay, AR to Conway, AR covers 57.6 miles and takes about 1h 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 65, AR 9, AR 16. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 28.8 miles from Fairfield Bay, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.70 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 29m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 7.6 miles (AR 9; AR 16): Navigation decision point; at 17.2 miles (US 65; AR 9; AR 16): Navigation decision point; at 56.3 miles (Harkrider Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
The route from Fairfield Bay, AR to Conway, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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