Origin
North Crossett, AR
Afternoon in North Crossett on Sunday
Local time
3:42 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North Crossett, AR to Conway, AR
Drive Time
2h 35m
Distance
154.2 mi
248 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 25m
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6 AM
2h 35m
8 AM
2h 56m
10 AM
2h 42m
12 PM
2h 40m
3 PM
2h 43m
5 PM
2h 55m
8 PM
2h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North Crossett, AR
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Conway, AR
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Trip Overview
Traveling from North Crossett to Conway covers 154.2 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 35 minutes of drive time. This route stays within the Southeast region of Arkansas, making it a straightforward journey that is easily manageable as a single-day trip. You should budget approximately $21 for fuel to cover the distance. Since the route is relatively quick, you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay unless your schedule requires it. It is a practical drive for those needing to cross the state, offering a consistent pace for your travel plans.
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
77.1 miles from North Crossett, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 17m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive as you navigate your way toward Conway. You will primarily utilize Highway 11, Highway 530, and I-530 North to complete the journey. Because the highway share is 0%, you should be prepared for more frequent turns and local road driving rather than long stretches of interstate cruising. There is no significant uninterrupted highway portion, as the longest stretch on Highway 11 is 0 miles, meaning you will be constantly transitioning between road segments. This creates a more engaged, hands-on driving experience compared to a standard highway haul.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Highway 11 is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from North Crossett, AR to Conway, AR is easy. At 2h 35m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from North Crossett, AR to Conway, AR is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Highway 11 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 530 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 530 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Wiley A Branton Sr Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 40 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 64 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Oak Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Oak Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Highway 11
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Crossett, AR and Conway, AR.
1
Start on West Pierce Street
7 ft
·
1 sec
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West Pierce Street
2
Turn slight left
7.4 mi
·
13 min
3
At the end of the road, turn left
7.7 mi
·
9 min
4
Continue straight
41 mi
·
49 min
5
Turn left onto Highway 11
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Highway 11
6
Turn right onto Highway 530
23 mi
·
27 min
·
Highway 530
7
Keep slight left to continue on I 530 North, US 65 North
0.6 mi
·
39 sec
·
I 530 North, US 65 North
8
Merge slight left onto Wiley A Branton Sr Highway
27 mi
·
28 min
·
Wiley A Branton Sr Highway
9
Continue straight
17 mi
·
16 min
10
Continue straight
4.2 mi
·
5 min
11
Keep slight left to continue on I 40 West, US 65 North, AR 107 North: Conway, Fort Smith
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
I 40 West, US 65 North, AR 107 North: Conway, Fort Smith
12
Keep slight left
26 mi
·
27 min
13
Take the exit slight right toward US 64
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
US 64
14
Keep slight left
272 ft
·
8 sec
15
Turn left onto East Oak Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
East Oak Street
16
Keep slight left to continue on Oak Street
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Oak Street
17
Turn left onto Locust Avenue
499 ft
·
20 sec
·
Locust Avenue
18
Turn left onto Main Street
105 ft
·
5 sec
·
Main Street
19
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
With a total duration of under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Planning for at least one stop during the 154.2-mile trek will help break up the technical nature of the local roads. Since this route relies heavily on local highways, stay alert for changing speed limits and intersection turns that occur more frequently than on a major interstate. To keep your travel stress-free, ensure your vehicle is fueled up before leaving North Crossett, as the $21 estimated cost is based on steady driving conditions. Use the lack of a long-haul highway stretch as an excuse to pace yourself and enjoy the local scenery along the way.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 77.1 miles from North Crossett, AR, or about 1h 17m into the drive.
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 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 77.1 miles or 1h 17m 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 7m
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 North Crossett, 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 North Crossett, AR
This is one driving day of about 154.2 miles and 2h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from North Crossett, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 77.1 mi from North Crossett, AR · 1h 17m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
77 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 77.1 miles from North Crossett, 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
$23.57 one way
$47.15 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
54 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $25.86 | $51.71 |
| premium | $4.61 | $27.99 | $55.97 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $34.26 | $68.52 |
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: 54 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 46.3 | 0 | $16.19 | $7.40 |
| Efficient EV | 38.6 | 0 | $13.49 | $6.17 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 61.7 | 0 | $21.59 | $9.87 |
Gas CO2
54 kg
EV CO2
18 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
Afternoon in Conway on Sunday
Local time
3:42 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
2 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 35m 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 North Crossett, AR to Conway, AR covers 154.2 miles and takes about 2h 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Highway 11, Highway 530, I 530 North. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 77.1 miles from North Crossett, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $23.57 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from North Crossett, AR to Conway, AR is easy. At 2h 35m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from North Crossett, AR to Conway, AR is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from North Crossett, AR to Conway, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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