Origin
Lonoke, AR
Night in Lonoke on Tuesday
Local time
11:22 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lonoke, AR to Conway, AR
Data updated 34 minutes ago
Drive Time
57m
Distance
50.2 mi
81 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 53m
★
6 AM
0h 57m
8 AM
1h 7m
10 AM
1h 1m
12 PM
1h 0m
3 PM
1h 1m
5 PM
1h 6m
8 PM
0h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lonoke, AR
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Conway, AR
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Trip Overview
This 50.2-mile drive from Lonoke to Conway, Arkansas, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 57 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-40 and State Highway 89, this route is almost entirely highway, making it a quick and efficient journey. With a fuel cost estimated at $8, it's a very budget-friendly excursion, perfectly suited for a single day trip. The journey stays within the Southeast region, offering a familiar Arkansas landscape. Given its short duration and highway-focused profile, this drive is ideal for a quick transfer or a day out without needing an overnight stay.
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
25.1 miles from Lonoke, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 28m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for 94% of this 50.2-mile route. The majority of your drive will be on I-40, which constitutes the longest uninterrupted stretch at 45.4 miles. This section offers a consistent pace, allowing for steady travel. As you transition to State Highway 89 and then East Oak Street, the road character might shift slightly, but the overall feel remains geared towards efficient travel rather than a winding, scenic exploration. It's a route designed for getting from point A to point B with minimal fuss.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 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 45.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and State Highway 89. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.9 miles in near AR 89 / Hwy 89.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 50.2 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.9 miles (AR 89 / Hwy 89): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 2.7 miles: Navigation decision point; at 3.1 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.9 mi into trip
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~1m in
|
AR 89 / Hwy 89
Turn sharp right onto AR 89 / Hwy 89
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
4
2.7 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
5
3.1 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
I 40
Merge onto I 40
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
48.5 mi into trip
|
~53m in
Take the exit toward US 64
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward US 64
5
48.8 mi into trip
|
~54m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 45.4 mi | 48m |
| State Highway 89 | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| East Oak Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| Front Street Southeast | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Oak Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Hwy 89 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Locust Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 45.4 mi, about 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lonoke, AR and Conway, AR.
1
Start on this road
23 ft
·
3 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto US 70
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Front Street Southeast
3
Turn sharp right onto AR 89
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
Hwy 89
4
Continue on AR 89
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
State Highway 89
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
6
Merge onto I 40
45 mi
·
48 min
·
I 40
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward US 64
8
Keep slight left at fork
271 ft
·
8 sec
9
Turn left onto US 64
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
East Oak Street
10
Keep slight left at fork onto Oak Street
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Oak Street
11
Turn left onto Locust Avenue
497 ft
·
19 sec
·
Locust Avenue
12
Turn left onto Main Street
104 ft
·
4 sec
·
Main Street
13
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Trip Plan
Given the short 57-minute duration of this 50.2-mile trip, you have a lot of flexibility with your departure time. Leaving Lonoke, AR, you can expect the fuel cost to be around $8, so plan accordingly. While there are no designated stops mentioned, the brief nature of the drive means you likely won't need extensive breaks. The longest stretch is 45.4 miles on I-40, so ensure you're comfortable with highway driving before embarking. A practical tip for this route: keep an eye on your GPS for the transition from I-40 to State Highway 89, as this is where the primary road changes occur.
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 25.1 miles from Lonoke, AR, or about 28m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 45.4 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 50.2 miles or 57m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 25.1 miles or 28m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 47m
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 Lonoke, 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 Lonoke, AR
This is one driving day of about 50.2 miles and 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Lonoke, 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 45.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25.1 mi from Lonoke, AR · 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 50.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.1 miles from Lonoke, 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
$7.58 one way
$15.16 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $8.32 | $16.65 |
| premium | $4.56 | $9.01 | $18.02 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.08 | $22.17 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.1 | 0 | $5.27 | $2.41 |
| Efficient EV | 12.6 | 0 | $4.39 | $2.01 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.1 | 0 | $7.03 | $3.21 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Conway, AR
Night in Conway on Tuesday
Local time
11:22 PM
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
16 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
57m 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 Lonoke, AR to Conway, AR covers 50.2 miles and takes about 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, State Highway 89, 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 25.1 miles from Lonoke, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.58 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 50.2 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.9 miles (AR 89 / Hwy 89): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 2.7 miles: Navigation decision point; at 3.1 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Lonoke, AR to Conway, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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