Origin
Newport, AR
Night in Newport on Tuesday
Local time
9:00 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Newport, AR to Conway, AR
Data updated 2 hours ago
Drive Time
1h 45m
Distance
91.2 mi
147 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
5 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 37m
★
6 AM
1h 45m
8 AM
2h 1m
10 AM
1h 51m
12 PM
1h 49m
3 PM
1h 51m
5 PM
2h 0m
8 PM
1h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Newport, AR
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Conway, AR
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Trip Overview
The drive from Newport, AR to Conway, AR covers 91.2 miles and takes about 1h 45m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 57, US 64, Malcolm Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 54.1 miles on I 57. At current regular gas prices, budget about $13.77 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
45.6 miles from Newport, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 47m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 1h 45m highway drive covering 91.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 57 and US 64. The longest continuous stretch is about 54.1 miles on I 57.
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 57 is the longest continuous segment at about 54.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and US 64. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 56.9 miles in near US 64.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 45m 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: at 56.9 miles (US 64): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 57.2 miles (US 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 90.8 miles (Oak Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
56.9 mi into trip
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~59m in
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US 64
Take the exit onto US 64 toward US 64 West, I 57 Business North: Beebe, Conway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 64 West, I 57 Business North: Beebe,...
5
57.2 mi into trip
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~1h in
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US 64
Keep slight right at fork onto US 64 toward US 64 West: Conway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward US 64 West: Conway
4
90.8 mi into trip
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~1h 44m in
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Oak Street
Keep slight left at fork onto Oak Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
91.1 mi into trip
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~1h 44m in
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Locust Avenue
Turn left onto Locust Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
91.2 mi into trip
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~1h 44m in
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Main Street
Turn left onto Main Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 57 | 54.1 mi | 54m |
| US 64 | 34 mi | 44m |
| Malcolm Avenue | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| South State Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| AR 17 | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Oak Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| 3rd Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Locust Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 54.1 mi, about 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Newport, AR and Conway, AR.
1
Start on AR 14
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
3rd Street
2
Continue on AR 14
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Malcolm Avenue
3
Turn right onto AR 14
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South State Street
4
Turn left onto AR 17
0.6 mi
·
51 sec
·
AR 17
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
6
Merge onto I 57
54 mi
·
54 min
·
I 57
7
Take the exit onto US 64
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
US 64
Toward US 64 West, I 57 Business North: Beebe, Conway
8
Keep slight right at fork onto US 64
34 mi
·
43 min
·
US 64
Toward US 64 West: Conway
9
Keep slight left at fork onto Oak Street
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Oak Street
10
Turn left onto Locust Avenue
497 ft
·
19 sec
·
Locust Avenue
11
Turn left onto Main Street
104 ft
·
4 sec
·
Main Street
12
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Trip Plan
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 45.6 miles from Newport, AR, or about 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 54.1 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 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.6 miles or 47m 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 23m
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 Newport, 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 Newport, AR
This is one driving day of about 91.2 miles and 1h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Newport, 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 57 for about 54.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 45.6 mi from Newport, AR · 47m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
46 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 45.6 miles from Newport, 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
$13.77 one way
$27.55 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $15.12 | $30.24 |
| premium | $4.56 | $16.37 | $32.74 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.14 | $40.27 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
5 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
Lewis Plaza - Tesla Supercharger
Conway, AR
Tesla
12 DCFC
Newport Chamber of Commerce Parking Lot
Newport, AR
EV Connect
4 DCFC
Smith Ford
Conway, AR
FORD_CHARGE
4 DCFC
George Kell Motors
Newport, AR
Blink Network
2 DCFC
CRAINHYUNDAICON SOUTHEAST
Conway, AR
ChargePoint Network
1 DCFC
EV Connect: 1
Blink Network: 1
Tesla: 1
FORD_CHARGE: 1
ChargePoint Network: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.4 | 0 | $9.58 | $4.38 |
| Efficient EV | 22.8 | 0 | $7.98 | $3.65 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36.5 | 0 | $12.77 | $5.84 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 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
Night in Conway on Tuesday
Local time
9:00 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
59°F
Haskell, AR
46 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
1h 45m 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 Newport, AR to Conway, AR covers 91.2 miles and takes about 1h 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 57, US 64, Malcolm Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 45.6 miles from Newport, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.77 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 1h 45m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 56.9 miles (US 64): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 57.2 miles (US 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 90.8 miles (Oak Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Newport, AR to Conway, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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