How far is Conway, AR from Bull Shoals, AR?
The driving distance from Conway, AR to Bull Shoals, AR is about 115.5 miles (185.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 89.9 miles (144.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 53m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 56m.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Conway and Bull Shoals.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Conway and Bull Shoals.
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Start on Main Street
32 m · 6 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto Locust Avenue
152 m · 15 sec · Locust Avenue
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Turn right onto Oak Street
1962 ft · 51 sec · Oak Street
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Turn left onto Harkrider Street
2704 ft · 46 sec · Harkrider Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Harkrider Street
45 m · 3 sec · Harkrider Street
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Exit the roundabout onto Harkrider Street
1221 ft · 21 sec · Harkrider Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Harkrider Street
45 m · 2 sec · Harkrider Street
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Exit the roundabout onto Harkrider Street
2484 ft · 45 sec · Harkrider Street
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Continue on Skyline Drive
1.8 mi · 3 min · Skyline Drive
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Continue on US Highway 65
3.2 mi · 4 min · US Highway 65
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Continue on South Broadview Street
11.8 mi · 17 min · South Broadview Street
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Continue on US Highway 65
1.5 mi · 2 min · US Highway 65
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Continue on North Broadview Street
1.2 km · 56 sec · North Broadview Street
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Continue on South Broadway
1.1 mi · 2 min · South Broadway
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Continue on US Highway 65
18.4 mi · 26 min · US Highway 65
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Continue straight
26.2 mi · 36 min
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Take the exit slight right
63 m · 6 sec
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Turn straight
10.6 mi · 19 min
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Continue on State Highway 14
23.5 mi · 41 min · State Highway 14
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At the end of the road, turn right
4.9 mi · 6 min
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Turn left
10 mi · 18 min
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Turn left onto Broadway Avenue
11 m · 2 sec · Broadway Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Broadway Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Conway and Bull Shoals.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US Highway 65
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26.2 mi · 00h 36m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Conway and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Bull Shoals.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Conway to Bull Shoals?
The road trip is about 115.5 miles (185.8 km) and usually takes 02h 56m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Leslie is a useful midpoint, sitting about 57.8 miles from Conway and 57.7 miles from Bull Shoals.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 89.9 miles (144.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 25.6 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:36 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.41 one way or $30.83 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 36.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Conway and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Bull Shoals.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Conway and Bull Shoals. Straight-line distance: 89.84 mi (144.58 km).
#1 Conway
The most populous city in Faulkner County, Arkansas.
| Population | 68,100 |
| Coordinates | 35.0887000, -92.4421000 |
| Altitude | 95 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bull Shoals
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 1,952 |
| Coordinates | 36.3839600, -92.5815500 |
| Altitude | 244 |
| Country | United States |
End: Bull Shoals (-92.58155, 36.38396)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 186 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 50m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 53m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 55m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 26m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.79 | $15.41 | $30.83 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $17.33 | $34.67 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $18.82 | $37.65 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $22.04 | $44.08 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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