This 107.2-mile journey from Flippin, Arkansas to Conway, Arkansas is a straightforward, highway-focused drive that can easily be completed in a single day. Expect to spend about 2 hours and 42 minutes on the road, with a fuel cost estimated at $16. The route primarily utilizes US 65, with portions of State Highway 14 and AR 27 also included. Given its manageable length and efficient path, this trip is ideal for a day excursion within the Southeast region of Arkansas. You'll find the drive is efficient, making it a practical option for getting from point A to point B.
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
53.6 miles from Flippin, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 27m into the drive
.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 42m. Total distance: 107.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
This drive boasts a 97% highway share, indicating a predominantly fast-paced experience. You'll encounter a significant uninterrupted stretch of 64.7 miles on US 65, offering ample opportunity to settle into a rhythm. While largely highway-focused, the inclusion of State Highway 14 and AR 27 may introduce variations in road type and speed as you progress through Arkansas. The overall feel is one of efficient travel, designed for covering distance effectively.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 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 64.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 65 and State Highway 14. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North 3rd Street.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 42m drive. You will face about 11 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 (North 3rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 40.7 miles (US 65): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|North 3rd Street
Turn right onto North 3rd Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|East Main Street
Turn right onto East Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
40.7 mi into trip|~1h 9m in|US 65
At end of road, turn left onto US 65
Navigation decision point
5
106.2 mi into trip|~2h 40m in|Harkrider Street
Enter roundabout onto Harkrider Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
106.8 mi into trip|~2h 41m in|Oak Street
Keep slight left at fork onto Oak Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 65
64.7 mi
1h 30m
State Highway 14
23.5 mi
41m
AR 27
10.6 mi
18m
US 62
4.9 mi
5m
South 1st Street
1.4 mi
2m
Harkrider Street
1.3 mi
1m
Oak Street
0.4 mi
<1m
East Main Street
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
US 65
— 64.7 mi, about 1h 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Flippin, AR and Conway, AR.
1
Start on Girard Street
32 ft·5 sec·Girard Street
2
Turn right onto North 3rd Street
442 ft·21 sec·North 3rd Street
3
Turn right onto East Main Street
0.2 mi·27 sec·East Main Street
4
At end of road, turn left onto AR 178
1.4 mi·2 min·South 1st Street
5
Turn right onto US 62; US 412
4.9 mi·5 min·US 62; US 412
6
Turn left onto AR 14
24 mi·41 min·State Highway 14
7
Turn straight onto AR 27
11 mi·18 min·AR 27
8
At end of road, turn left onto US 65
65 mi·1 hr 30 min·US 65
9
Continue on US 64; US 65B
0.5 mi·41 sec·Harkrider Street
10
Enter roundabout onto Harkrider Street
181 ft·2 sec·Harkrider Street
11
Continue on Harkrider Street
0.2 mi·20 sec·Harkrider Street
12
Enter roundabout onto Harkrider Street
162 ft·2 sec·Harkrider Street
13
Continue on Harkrider Street
0.5 mi·49 sec·Harkrider Street
14
Turn right onto Oak Street
492 ft·9 sec·Oak Street
15
Keep slight left at fork onto Oak Street
0.3 mi·38 sec·Oak Street
16
Turn left onto Locust Avenue
497 ft·19 sec·Locust Avenue
17
Turn left onto Main Street
104 ft·4 sec·Main Street
18
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Trip Plan
With a duration of just under 3 hours, this route is perfect for a flexible day trip, allowing you to leave when convenient. You'll want to plan for one stop along the way, perhaps to refuel or stretch your legs, especially considering the longest stretch without a turn is 64.7 miles. The estimated fuel cost of $16 suggests that filling up before you leave Flippin, AR, or planning your stop near a larger town along US 65, will keep your expenses predictable. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you approach the longer segments on US 65.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 53.6 miles from Flippin, AR, or about 1h 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 64.7 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 24 miles or 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 53.6 miles or 1h 27m 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 14m
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 Flippin, 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 Flippin, AR
This is one driving day of about 107.2 miles and 2h 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Flippin, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US 65 for about 64.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 53.6 mi from Flippin, AR
· 1h 27m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.19 one way
$32.38 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg38 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$17.77
$35.54
premium
$4.56
$19.24
$38.48
diesel
$5.61
$23.67
$47.34
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 37.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
2 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: good
Tesla Supercharger
Conway, Arkansas
Tesla
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Conway, Arkansas
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
Tesla: 1
ChargePoint: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
32.2
0
$11.26
$5.15
Efficient EV
26.8
0
$9.38
$4.29
EV Truck/SUV
42.9
0
$15.01
$6.86
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (66% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Flippin, AR
Morning
in Flippin on Friday
Local time
8:34 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Conway, AR
Morning
in Conway on Friday
Local time
8:34 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°F
Marshall, AR
54 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 42m 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 Flippin, AR to Conway, AR covers 107.2 miles and takes about 2h 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 65, State Highway 14, AR 27. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 53.6 miles from Flippin, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.19 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 2h 42m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North 3rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 40.7 miles (US 65): Navigation decision point.
The route from Flippin, AR to Conway, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from
OSRM
over
OpenStreetMap.
Fuel cost uses
EIA
weekly regional averages.
EV charging comes from the
NREL Alternative Fuels
dataset.
National park proximity is from the
NPS API.
Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our
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