Origin
Southside, AR
Morning in Southside on Saturday
Local time
7:21 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Southside, AR to Conway, AR
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 48m
Distance
89.3 mi
144 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 41m
★
6 AM
1h 49m
8 AM
2h 5m
10 AM
1h 54m
12 PM
1h 53m
3 PM
1h 55m
5 PM
2h 4m
8 PM
1h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Southside, AR
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Conway, AR
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Trip Overview
Southside, AR to Conway, AR is 89.3 miles and takes about 1h 48m via US 64 and US 167, with a fuel budget near $13 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Arkansas, moving from the Southeast region to the Southeast region. It's a straightforward drive that's easy to complete in a single day, making it a convenient option for a quick journey. You'll be spending most of your time on highways, so expect a generally efficient transit rather than a winding scenic tour. Consider this route if you need a practical, no-fuss connection between these two Arkansas locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
44.7 miles from Southside, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 52m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 48m. Total distance: 89.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (68%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This drive is primarily highway-focused, with 68% of the route on faster roads. You'll navigate a significant stretch of 34 miles on US 64, offering a longer period of consistent driving. The experience is characterized by its highway nature, suggesting a steady pace for most of the journey. While specific road changes aren't detailed, the profile indicates a drive that prioritizes efficiency over varied terrain, likely involving a mix of well-maintained highways and potentially some stretches of US 64 and US 167 that might feel more rural.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 8 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 is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 64 and Batesville Boulevard. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 27.9 miles in near US 167.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 48m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 27.9 miles (US 167): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 55 miles (US 64): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 55.3 miles (US 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
27.9 mi into trip
|
~35m in
|
US 167
Take the exit onto US 167
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
5
55 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m 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,...
5
55.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m 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
4
88.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 47m in
|
Oak Street
Keep slight left at fork onto Oak Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
89.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 48m in
|
Locust Avenue
Turn left onto Locust Avenue
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 64 | 34 mi | 44m |
| Batesville Boulevard | 27.9 mi | 35m |
| US 167 | 27.1 mi | 27m |
| Oak Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Locust Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 64
— 34 mi, about 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Southside, AR and Conway, AR.
1
Start on US 167
28 mi
·
35 min
·
Batesville Boulevard
2
Take the exit onto US 167
27 mi
·
27 min
·
US 167
3
Take the exit onto US 64
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
US 64
Toward US 64 West, I 57 Business North: Beebe, Conway
4
Keep slight right at fork onto US 64
34 mi
·
43 min
·
US 64
Toward US 64 West: Conway
5
Keep slight left at fork onto Oak Street
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Oak Street
6
Turn left onto Locust Avenue
497 ft
·
19 sec
·
Locust Avenue
7
Turn left onto Main Street
104 ft
·
4 sec
·
Main Street
8
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of 1 hour and 48 minutes, this route is easily manageable in a single day, offering flexibility for when you depart. There's no need to rush, and you can take your time getting on the road, perhaps leaving mid-morning to avoid early traffic. With a fuel cost estimated at $13, it's an economical trip, but it's always wise to start with a full tank. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you approach Conway, as the longest stretch without a break is 34 miles, so you'll want to ensure you're adequately fueled before hitting that segment.
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 44.7 miles from Southside, AR, or about 52m 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 20 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44.7 miles or 52m 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 30m
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 Southside, AR so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Southside, AR
This is one driving day of about 89.3 miles and 1h 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Southside, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
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 44.7 mi from Southside, AR · 52m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
45 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 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 44.7 miles from Southside, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.49 one way
$26.97 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
31 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $14.80 | $29.61 |
| premium | $4.56 | $16.03 | $32.06 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.72 | $39.43 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26.8 | 0 | $9.38 | $4.29 |
| Efficient EV | 22.3 | 0 | $7.81 | $3.57 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 35.7 | 0 | $12.50 | $5.72 |
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (68% 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
Morning in Conway on Saturday
Local time
7:21 AM
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
1 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
1h 48m 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 Southside, AR to Conway, AR covers 89.3 miles and takes about 1h 48m 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. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 44.7 miles from Southside, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.49 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 48m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 27.9 miles (US 167): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 55 miles (US 64): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 55.3 miles (US 64): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Southside, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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