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Trip from Magnolia, AR to Conway, AR

Data updated 3 hours ago

Drive Time

3h 12m

Distance

163.1 mi

262 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$25

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 36 min
4 AM
3h 0m ★
6 AM
3h 12m
8 AM
3h 36m
10 AM
3h 20m
12 PM
3h 18m
3 PM
3h 21m
5 PM
3h 34m
8 PM
3h 5m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in and county seat of Columbia County, Arkansas, United States

Magnolia, AR

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Downtown Conway, AR, AR

Conway, AR

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Trip Overview

The drive from Magnolia, AR to Conway, AR covers 163.1 miles and takes about 3h 12m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 30, I 40, US 371 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 82.5 miles on I 30. At current regular gas prices, budget about $24.63 one way before food or hotel costs.

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

81.5 miles from Magnolia, AR

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 45m into the drive .

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Drive Character

This is a 3h 12m highway drive covering 163.1 miles, with most of the trip on I 30 and I 40. The longest continuous stretch is about 82.5 miles on I 30.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 30 is the longest continuous segment at about 82.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 30 and I 40. You will hit about 19 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near West Main Street.

Route Complexity 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 163.1 miles you will encounter 19 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 0.1 miles (West Main Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 127.6 miles (US 70): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 140.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 19 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

6
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | West Main Street

Enter roundabout onto West Main Street

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

8
127.6 mi into trip | ~2h 32m in | US 70

Take the exit onto US 70 toward I 430 North, US 70: Fort Smith

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 129 Toward I 430 North, US 70: Fort Smith
7
140.6 mi into trip | ~2h 47m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 40 West: Fort Smith, Oklahoma City

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 13B Toward I 40 West: Fort Smith, Oklahoma City
5
141.3 mi into trip | ~2h 48m in | I 40; US 65

Merge onto I 40; US 65

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
161.7 mi into trip | ~3h 8m in

Keep slight left at fork

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from Magnolia, AR to Conway, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Oklahoma City along the way.

Oklahoma City

140.6 mi in | ~2h 47m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 30 82.5 mi 1h 23m
I 40 20.1 mi 20m
US 371 17.9 mi 26m
Rosston Highway 15.8 mi 23m
US 70 13.1 mi 15m
North Vine Street 7.2 mi 10m
West Main Street 2.3 mi 4m
Rosston Road 1.2 mi 1m
Longest stretch: I 30 — 82.5 mi, about 1h 23m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Magnolia, AR and Conway, AR.

1

Start on US 79B; AR 19

10 ft · 7 sec · Jackson Street
2

Turn left onto East Main Street

326 ft · 7 sec · East Main Street
3

Enter roundabout onto West Main Street

415 ft · 10 sec · West Main Street
4

Continue on West Main Street

0.1 mi · 14 sec · West Main Street
5

Turn right onto US 371

7.2 mi · 10 min · North Vine Street
6

Turn right onto US 371

18 mi · 26 min · US 371
7

Turn right onto US 371

16 mi · 23 min · Rosston Highway
8

Continue on US 371

1.2 mi · 1 min · Rosston Road
9

At end of road, turn left onto US 67; US 371

0.4 mi · 45 sec · West 1st Street South
10

Turn left onto US 371

2.1 mi · 3 min · West Main Street
11

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 32 sec
12

Merge onto I 30

82 mi · 1 hr 23 min · I 30
13

Take the exit onto US 70

13 mi · 15 min · US 70
Exit 129 Toward I 430 North, US 70: Fort Smith Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Keep slight left at fork

0.7 mi · 49 sec
Exit 13B Toward I 40 West: Fort Smith, Oklahoma City
15

Merge onto I 40; US 65

20 mi · 20 min · I 40; US 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 28 sec
Toward US 64
17

Keep slight left at fork

271 ft · 8 sec
18

Turn left onto US 64

1.0 mi · 1 min · East Oak Street
19

Keep slight left at fork onto Oak Street

0.3 mi · 38 sec · Oak Street
20

Turn left onto Locust Avenue

497 ft · 19 sec · Locust Avenue
21

Turn left onto Main Street

104 ft · 4 sec · Main Street
22

Arrive at destination

Main Street

Trip Plan

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 81.5 miles from Magnolia, AR, or about 1h 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 82.5 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 43m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 81.5 miles or 1h 45m 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 39m

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 Magnolia, 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 Magnolia, AR

This is one driving day of about 163.1 miles and 3h 12m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Magnolia, 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 I 30 for about 82.5 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 81.5 mi from Magnolia, AR · 1h 45m into the drive

city in Bowie County, Texas, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Texarkana, TX

82 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

Texarkana, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Texarkana, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 81.5 miles from Magnolia, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 30 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 82.5 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.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Hot Springs National Park

Hot Springs National Park

National Park

Hot Springs National Park has a rich cultural past. The grand architecture of our historic bathhouses is equally matched by the natural curiosities that have been drawing people here for hundreds of y...

16 mi from route ~39 min detour Free near mile 90
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$24.63 one way

$49.26 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 57 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.21 $27.04 $54.08
premium $4.56 $29.27 $58.55
diesel $5.61 $36.01 $72.02

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$25

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$50–$75

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 57.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 48.9 0 $17.13 $7.83
Efficient EV 40.8 0 $14.27 $6.52
EV Truck/SUV 65.2 0 $22.83 $10.44

Gas CO2

57 kg

EV CO2

19 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.

Forecast data refreshed 5 days ago

Origin

Magnolia, AR

Evening in Magnolia on Tuesday

Local time

8:26 PM

CDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Conway, AR

Evening in Conway on Tuesday

Local time

8:26 PM

CDT

Current temp

61°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

3h 12m 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 Magnolia, AR to Conway, AR covers 163.1 miles and takes about 3h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 30, I 40, US 371. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 81.5 miles from Magnolia, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $24.63 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 163.1 miles you will encounter 19 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 0.1 miles (West Main Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 127.6 miles (US 70): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 140.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Magnolia, AR to Conway, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Oklahoma City along the way.

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