This 158.9-mile drive from Mineral Springs, AR, to Conway, AR, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 3 hours and 4 minutes. The journey primarily utilizes major highways, including I-30 and I-40, making for a straightforward drive through the Southeast region of Arkansas. With an estimated fuel cost of $24, it's an economical option for a quick getaway or transit. You'll experience a highway-focused profile, so pack some snacks and your favorite playlist for this efficient route.
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
79.5 miles from Mineral Springs, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 40m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 4m. Total distance: 158.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a drive that's predominantly highway-focused, with 74% of the route on interstates. The longest uninterrupted stretch spans 84.5 miles on I-30, so you'll have plenty of time to settle in. While largely interstate, the route incorporates segments of East Peachtree Street, offering a slight change of pace before rejoining the main highways. This blend means consistent speed for much of the trip, punctuated by brief transitions as you navigate between major roads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 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 84.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 30 and East Peachtree Street. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near AR 27 / Bridgeman Drive.
Driving Effort6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 158.9 miles you will encounter 14 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 (AR 27 / Bridgeman Drive): Navigation decision point; at 123.4 miles (US 70): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 136.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|AR 27 / Bridgeman Drive
Turn left onto AR 27 / Bridgeman Drive
Navigation decision point
8
123.4 mi into trip|~2h 24m 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
136.5 mi into trip|~2h 40m 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
137.2 mi into trip|~2h 40m 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
157.5 mi into trip|~3h 1m 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 Mineral Springs, AR to Conway, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Oklahoma City along the way.
Oklahoma City
136.5 mi in|~2h 40m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 30
84.5 mi
1h 25m
East Peachtree Street
31.2 mi
46m
I 40
20.1 mi
20m
US 70
13.1 mi
15m
Bridgeman Drive
4.8 mi
7m
South 4th Street
1.1 mi
1m
South Main Street
1 mi
1m
East Oak Street
1 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 30
— 84.5 mi, about 1h 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mineral Springs, AR and Conway, AR.
1
Start on AR 27
0.1 mi·17 sec·West Runnels Street
2
Turn left onto AR 27
4.8 mi·7 min·Bridgeman Drive
3
Turn left onto AR 27B
334 ft·6 sec·West Dodson Street
4
Turn straight onto AR 27B
1.1 mi·1 min·South 4th Street
5
Continue on AR 27B
0.2 mi·22 sec·West Dodson Street
6
Continue on AR 27B
1.0 mi·1 min·South Main Street
7
Turn right onto US 278; US 371
0.3 mi·23 sec·Issac C Perkins Bypass
8
Continue on US 371
31 mi·46 min·East Peachtree Street
9
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·28 sec
10
Merge onto I 30
85 mi·1 hr 25 min·I 30
11
Take the exit onto US 70
13 mi·15 min·US 70
Exit 129Toward I 430 North, US 70: Fort SmithUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi·49 sec
Exit 13BToward I 40 West: Fort Smith, Oklahoma City
13
Merge onto I 40; US 65
20 mi·20 min·I 40; US 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi·28 sec
Toward US 64
15
Keep slight left at fork
271 ft·8 sec
16
Turn left onto US 64
1.0 mi·1 min·East Oak Street
17
Keep slight left at fork onto Oak Street
0.3 mi·38 sec·Oak Street
18
Turn left onto Locust Avenue
497 ft·19 sec·Locust Avenue
19
Turn left onto Main Street
104 ft·4 sec·Main Street
20
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour duration, this drive is best completed in one go, allowing for flexibility with your departure time. Leaving in the morning will give you ample daylight and potentially lighter traffic. Plan for one significant stop, perhaps around the halfway mark, to stretch your legs and refuel if needed, though the $24 fuel estimate suggests you might not need to stop often. Keep an eye on your exit for I-40, as it's a key transition point on this highway-focused journey.
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 79.5 miles from Mineral Springs, AR, or about 1h 40m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 84.5 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 35 miles or 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 79.5 miles or 1h 40m 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 32m
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 Mineral Springs, 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 Mineral Springs, AR
This is one driving day of about 158.9 miles and 3h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 35 miles from Mineral Springs, 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 84.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 79.5 mi from Mineral Springs, AR
· 1h 40m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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 87.7
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$24.00 one way
$48.00 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg56 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$26.34
$52.69
premium
$4.56
$28.52
$57.04
diesel
$5.61
$35.08
$70.17
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 55.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
47.7
0
$16.68
$7.63
Efficient EV
39.7
0
$13.90
$6.36
EV Truck/SUV
63.6
0
$22.25
$10.17
Gas CO2
56 kg
EV CO2
19 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
Mineral Springs, AR
Night
in Mineral Springs on Friday
Local time
10:05 PM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Conway, AR
Night
in Conway on Friday
Local time
10:05 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
5 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
3h 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 Mineral Springs, AR to Conway, AR covers 158.9 miles and takes about 3h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 30, East Peachtree Street, I 40. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 79.5 miles from Mineral Springs, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $24.00 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 158.9 miles you will encounter 14 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 (AR 27 / Bridgeman Drive): Navigation decision point; at 123.4 miles (US 70): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 136.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Mineral Springs, AR to Conway, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Oklahoma City along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Hot Springs National Park.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
