Origin
Forrest City, AR
Afternoon in Forrest City on Sunday
Local time
4:51 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Forrest City, AR to Conway, AR
Drive Time
2h 4m
Distance
117.8 mi
190 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 55m
★
6 AM
2h 4m
8 AM
2h 22m
10 AM
2h 10m
12 PM
2h 8m
3 PM
2h 11m
5 PM
2h 21m
8 PM
1h 59m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Forrest City, AR
Nino Souza
Conway, AR
Md Jawadur Rahman
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Forrest City to Conway, you can expect a straightforward journey spanning 117.8 miles. The drive typically takes about 2 hours and 4 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. Since the route is entirely within Arkansas, you will remain in the Southeast region for the duration of your travel. Budgeting roughly $18 for fuel should cover your needs for this direct transit. Because the trip is relatively short, there is no need to plan for overnight stays, allowing you plenty of flexibility to complete the drive in a single stretch.
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
58.9 miles from Forrest City, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 1m into the drive .
Drive Character
This route is primarily a highway-focused drive, with 97% of your travel occurring on major roads. You will spend the vast majority of your time on I-40, which accounts for a 113.7-mile uninterrupted stretch. Expect a consistent, efficient experience as you transition from the interstate onto North Washington Street and East Oak Street to reach your destination. Because this path prioritizes speed and directness, it functions more as a functional transit corridor than a winding scenic byway. You should prepare for the steady, predictable flow of interstate traffic that defines this Arkansas transit line.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 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 113.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and North Washington Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 70 / West Broadway Avenue.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h 4m 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 (US 70 / West Broadway Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (AR 1B / North Washington Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.5 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
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
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~0m in
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US 70 / West Broadway Avenue
Turn left onto US 70 / West Broadway Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
0.3 mi into trip
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~0m in
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AR 1B / North Washington Street
Turn left onto AR 1B / North Washington Street
Navigation decision point
5
2.5 mi into trip
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~4m in
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I 40
Merge onto I 40
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
116.1 mi into trip
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~2h in
Take the exit toward US 64
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward US 64
5
116.4 mi into trip
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~2h in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 113.7 mi | 1h 56m |
| North Washington Street | 2 mi | 2m |
| East Oak Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| Oak Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| West Broadway Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Locust Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Division | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 113.7 mi, about 1h 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Forrest City, AR and Conway, AR.
1
Start on North Division
31 ft
·
6 sec
·
North Division
2
Turn left onto US 70
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
West Broadway Avenue
3
Turn left onto AR 1B
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
North Washington Street
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
5
Merge onto I 40
114 mi
·
1 hr 56 min
·
I 40
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward US 64
7
Keep slight left at fork
271 ft
·
8 sec
8
Turn left onto US 64
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
East Oak Street
9
Keep slight left at fork onto Oak Street
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
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Oak Street
10
Turn left onto Locust Avenue
497 ft
·
19 sec
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Locust Avenue
11
Turn left onto Main Street
104 ft
·
4 sec
·
Main Street
12
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Trip Plan
Since your total drive time is just over two hours, you have the advantage of being able to depart at your convenience without complex scheduling. With no mandatory stops required by the length of the route, you can easily manage the trip in one sitting. Keep in mind that since nearly the entire distance is covered by a single long stretch on I-40, it is wise to check your fuel levels before merging onto the interstate to avoid unnecessary detours. Given the highway-heavy nature of this 117.8-mile drive, stay alert for changing traffic patterns as you exit the highway and navigate the final local roads into 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 58.9 miles from Forrest City, AR, or about 1h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 113.7 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 80 miles or 1h 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 58.9 miles or 1h 1m 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 40m
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 Forrest City, 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 Forrest City, AR
This is one driving day of about 117.8 miles and 2h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Forrest City, 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 I 40 for about 113.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 58.9 mi from Forrest City, AR · 1h 1m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
59 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 58.9 miles from Forrest City, 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 113.7 miles.
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.
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
$18.01 one way
$36.02 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
41 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $19.75 | $39.50 |
| premium | $4.61 | $21.38 | $42.76 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $26.17 | $52.34 |
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: 41.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 35.3 | 0 | $12.37 | $5.65 |
| Efficient EV | 29.5 | 0 | $10.31 | $4.71 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 47.1 | 0 | $16.49 | $7.54 |
Gas CO2
41 kg
EV CO2
14 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.
Destination
Conway, AR
Afternoon in Conway on Sunday
Local time
4:51 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
59°F
Haskell, AR
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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
3 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
2h 4m 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 Forrest City, AR to Conway, AR covers 117.8 miles and takes about 2h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, North Washington Street, East Oak Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 58.9 miles from Forrest City, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.01 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 2h 4m 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 (US 70 / West Broadway Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (AR 1B / North Washington Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.5 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Forrest City, AR to Conway, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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