Trip from Newport, AR to Conway, AR

Drive Time

3h 9m

Distance

144.7 mi

233 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$22

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 35 min

4 AM

2h 57m ★

6 AM

3h 9m

8 AM

3h 32m

10 AM

3h 17m

12 PM

3h 15m

3 PM

3h 18m

5 PM

3h 31m

8 PM

3h 2m

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

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Newport, AR

Eren Li

Conway, AR

Md Jawadur Rahman

Trip Overview

Spanning 144.7 miles across Arkansas, this trip from Newport to Conway is a straightforward journey that typically takes 3 hours and 9 minutes. Since the entire route stays within the Southeast region, you will experience a consistent landscape as you transition between these two Arkansas hubs. Budgeting roughly $22 for fuel covers the trip, making it an affordable option for travelers. Because of the manageable duration, this drive is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. Whether you are heading out for business or a quick getaway, the route is efficient and easy to navigate.

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

72.4 miles from Newport, AR

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

Drive Character

Expect a mixed driving experience as you navigate this 144.7-mile connection. You will spend about 55% of your time on highways, utilizing a combination of US 167, Washington Street, and US 65 to reach your destination. The longest uninterrupted portion of the journey occurs on US 167, where you will cover a 50.9-mile stretch. This transition from open highway to local streets keeps the drive engaging without becoming overly taxing. By balancing fast-paced highway segments with more localized road travel, the route provides a varied rhythm behind the wheel.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.

There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

US 167 is the longest continuous segment at about 50.9 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 15.8 miles in.

Route Complexity 6/10

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

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 144.7 miles you will encounter 13 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 15.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 102 miles (US 167): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 116.7 miles (US 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 13 key points

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

15.8 mi into trip | ~38m in

Take the exit

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

102 mi into trip | ~2h 20m in | US 167

Keep slight left at fork onto US 167 toward I 530 North, US 65 North, US 167 North: Little Rock

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the none lane. Toward I 530 North, US 65 North, US 167 North:...

116.7 mi into trip | ~2h 37m in | US 65

Keep slight left at fork onto US 65 toward I 40 West, US 65 North, AR 107 North: Conway, Fort Smith

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

Exit 143A Toward I 40 West, US 65 North, AR 107 North: Co...

117 mi into trip | ~2h 37m in | US 65

Keep slight left at fork onto US 65

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

143.3 mi into trip | ~3h 5m in

Keep slight left at fork

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Newport, AR to Conway, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Smith along the way.

Fort Smith

116.7 mi in | ~2h 37m | via US 65

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
US 167	50.9 mi	1h
Washington Street	30.5 mi	35m
US 65	26.4 mi	28m
Sheridan Bypass	17.9 mi	20m
Ouachita Road 67	10.5 mi	25m
Dr Martin Luther King Expressway	2.1 mi	2m
Ouachita Road 68	1.3 mi	5m
Branyan-Hunnicutt Bypass	1.3 mi	1m

Longest stretch: US 167 — 50.9 mi, about 1h

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on Ouachita Road 509

1.0 mi · 4 min · Ouachita Road 509

Turn right onto Ouachita Road 68

1.3 mi · 5 min · Ouachita Road 68

Turn straight onto Ouachita Road 67

11 mi · 25 min · Ouachita Road 67

Continue on Fairview Road Southeast

0.6 mi · 1 min · Fairview Road Southeast

Turn right onto AR 7

2.1 mi · 2 min · Dr Martin Luther King Expressway

Continue on AR 7

0.2 mi · 11 sec · South Adams Avenue

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 39 sec

Continue on US 79; US 278

1.3 mi · 1 min · Branyan-Hunnicutt Bypass

Continue on US 79; US 278

30 mi · 35 min · Washington Street

Use the none lane.

Turn left onto US 167

36 mi · 44 min · US 167

Continue on US 167

18 mi · 20 min · Sheridan Bypass

Keep slight left at fork onto US 167

15 mi · 16 min · US 167

Toward I 530 North, US 65 North, US 167 North: Little Rock Use the none lane.

Keep slight left at fork onto US 65

0.3 mi · 35 sec · US 65

Exit 143A Toward I 40 West, US 65 North, AR 107 North: Conway, Fort Smith

Keep slight left at fork onto US 65

26 mi · 27 min · US 65

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 28 sec

Toward US 64

Keep slight left at fork

271 ft · 8 sec

Turn left onto US 64

1.0 mi · 1 min · East Oak Street

Keep slight left at fork onto Oak Street

0.3 mi · 38 sec · Oak Street

Turn left onto Locust Avenue

497 ft · 19 sec · Locust Avenue

Turn left onto Main Street

104 ft · 4 sec · Main Street

Arrive at destination

Main Street

Trip Plan

To make the most of your 3-hour and 9-minute transit, plan for at least one dedicated stop to break up the drive. Since the trip is relatively short, you have the flexibility to leave in the morning or early afternoon without feeling rushed. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge during the 50.9-mile stretch on US 167, as this is your longest period away from frequent services. Using this single planned stop effectively will help you maintain comfort throughout the journey. Because the route relies on a mix of US 65 and US 167, ensure your navigation is set before you depart to manage the transitions between these main roads smoothly.

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 72.4 miles from Newport, AR, or about 1h 45m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 50.9 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 55m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 72.4 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

Open the route before leaving Newport, AR so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 144.7 miles and 3h 9m.

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.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on US 167 for about 50.9 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 72.4 mi from Newport, AR · 1h 45m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Texarkana, TX

72 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 72.4 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

$22.12 one way

$44.24 round trip

$3.88/gal 25.4 MPG avg 51 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.26	$24.26	$48.53
premium	$4.61	$26.26	$52.52
diesel	$5.64	$32.15	$64.29

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$22

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$47–$72

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 50.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	43.4	$15.19	$6.95
Efficient EV	36.2	$12.66	$5.79
EV Truck/SUV	57.9	$20.26	$9.26

Gas CO2

51 kg

EV CO2

17 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 3 days ago

Origin

Newport, AR

Evening in Newport on Sunday

Local time

7:35 PM

CDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Conway, AR

Evening in Conway on Sunday

Local time

7:35 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 9m 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 144.7 miles and takes about 3h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are US 167, Washington Street, US 65. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 72.4 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 $22.12 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.

On the drive from Newport, AR to Conway, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Smith along the way.

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Trip from Newport, AR to Conway, AR

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Conway, AR

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Newport, AR

Conway, AR

Same local time

Very similar conditions

3h 9m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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