Salem, AR to Conway, AR is 149.5 miles and takes about 3h 14m via US 64 and US 167, with a fuel budget near $23 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Southeast region, primarily traversing Arkansas. Expect a mixed drive with a significant portion on main highways, making it a straightforward journey for a single day. Given the relatively short distance and duration, this route is ideal for those looking for an efficient travel day without extensive planning.
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
74.7 miles from Salem, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 43m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 14m. Total distance: 149.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
This drive offers a mixed experience, with 41% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter stretches like Batesville Boulevard, and a notable 34-mile segment on US 64 will keep you moving steadily. The character of the road shifts, moving from potentially more rural environments near Salem to more developed areas as you approach Conway. It's not a pure interstate cruise, nor is it a winding backroad adventure, offering a balanced driving feel.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 64 is the longest continuous segment at about 34 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 88 miles in near US 167.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 14m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 88 miles (US 167): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 115.1 miles (US 64): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 115.5 miles (US 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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88 mi into trip|~2h 1m in|US 167
Take the exit onto US 167
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
5
115.1 mi into trip|~2h 28m in|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,...
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115.5 mi into trip|~2h 29m in|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
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149.1 mi into trip|~3h 13m in|Oak Street
Keep slight left at fork onto Oak Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
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149.3 mi into trip|~3h 13m in|Locust Avenue
Turn left onto Locust Avenue
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 64
34 mi
44m
Batesville Boulevard
32.9 mi
43m
US 167
27.1 mi
27m
Morning Side Lane
17.1 mi
19m
North Saint Louis Street
14.4 mi
22m
Ash Flat Drive
11.9 mi
17m
Evening Shade Drive
9.5 mi
14m
North Main Street
2.3 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
US 64
— 34 mi, about 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Salem, AR and Conway, AR.
1
Start on AR 9
0.2 mi·29 sec·North Main Street
2
Turn left onto US 62; US 412
17 mi·19 min·Morning Side Lane
3
Turn right onto US 167
12 mi·17 min·Ash Flat Drive
4
Continue on US 167
9.5 mi·14 min·Evening Shade Drive
5
Continue on US 167; AR 58
2.1 mi·3 min·North Main Street
6
Continue on US 167
14 mi·22 min·North Saint Louis Street
7
Continue on US 167; AR 25
33 mi·43 min·Batesville Boulevard
8
Take the exit onto US 167
27 mi·27 min·US 167
9
Take the exit onto US 64
0.4 mi·49 sec·US 64
Toward US 64 West, I 57 Business North: Beebe, Conway
10
Keep slight right at fork onto US 64
34 mi·43 min·US 64
Toward US 64 West: Conway
11
Keep slight left at fork onto Oak Street
0.3 mi·38 sec·Oak Street
12
Turn left onto Locust Avenue
497 ft·19 sec·Locust Avenue
13
Turn left onto Main Street
104 ft·4 sec·Main Street
14
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Trip Plan
With a drive time of just over three hours, this route is easily manageable in a single day. Aim to depart in the morning to maximize daylight and allow for any unexpected delays. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 34 miles on US 64, so plan your fuel stops accordingly, especially as the total fuel cost is estimated at $23. Consider a brief stop in Batesville if you need a break, as it's situated along your main path.
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 74.7 miles from Salem, AR, or about 1h 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34 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 33 miles or 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 74.7 miles or 1h 43m 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 38m
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 Salem, 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 Salem, AR
This is one driving day of about 149.5 miles and 3h 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from Salem, 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 64 for about 34 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 74.7 mi from Salem, AR
· 1h 43m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.58 one way
$45.16 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg52 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$24.79
$49.57
premium
$4.56
$26.83
$53.67
diesel
$5.61
$33.01
$66.02
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 52.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
4 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: good
Tesla Supercharger
Conway, Arkansas
Tesla
1 DCFC
Red E Charging Station
Batesville, Arkansas
Other
1 DCFC
Red E Charging Station
Ash Flat, Arkansas
Other
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Conway, Arkansas
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
Other: 2
Tesla: 1
ChargePoint: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
44.9
0
$15.70
$7.18
Efficient EV
37.4
0
$13.08
$5.98
EV Truck/SUV
59.8
0
$20.93
$9.57
Gas CO2
52 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 as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Salem, AR
Morning
in Salem on Saturday
Local time
9:17 AM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Conway, AR
Morning
in Conway on Saturday
Local time
9:17 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
77°F
Bryant, AR
75 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
2 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 14m 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 Salem, AR to Conway, AR covers 149.5 miles and takes about 3h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 64, Batesville Boulevard, US 167. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 74.7 miles from Salem, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.58 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 is a straightforward 3h 14m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 88 miles (US 167): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 115.1 miles (US 64): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 115.5 miles (US 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Salem, AR to Conway, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
