How far is Conway, AR from Caraway, AR?
The driving distance from Conway, AR to Caraway, AR is about 156.5 miles (251.8 km), with a travel time of about 03h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 128 miles (206 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 17m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 08m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Jackson County, Arkansas, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Conway and Caraway.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Conway and Caraway.
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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
2.9 mi · 6 min · Oak Street
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Continue on State Highway 64
5.4 mi · 7 min · State Highway 64
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Continue on Vilonia Bypass
25.9 mi · 32 min · Vilonia Bypass
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Take the exit slight left
74.6 mi · 1 hr 17 min
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Take the exit slight right toward AR 226: Jonesboro
2502 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight right
105 m · 8 sec
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Merge slight left
12.1 mi · 14 min
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Continue on Southwest Drive
7.4 mi · 9 min · Southwest Drive
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Turn right onto East Highland Drive
19.4 mi · 28 min · East Highland Drive
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Turn right onto West Rogers
601 ft · 14 sec · West Rogers
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Turn right onto North Main Street
7.9 mi · 14 min · North Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East State Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Conway and Caraway.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Vilonia Bypass
Take the exit slight left
74.6 mi · 01h 17m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Sunny leaving Conway and Mostly Sunny near Caraway.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Conway to Caraway?
The road trip is about 156.5 miles (251.8 km) and usually takes 03h 08m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Weldon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 78.2 miles from Conway and 78.3 miles from Caraway.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 128 miles (206 km), while the road route adds roughly 28.5 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:42 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.90 one way or $41.81 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 49.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Conway and Mostly Sunny near Caraway.
Stop Ideas Near Weldon
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Weldon.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Conway and Caraway. Straight-line distance: 128 mi (205.99 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 Caraway
City in Craighead County, Arkansas, United States of America
| Population | 1,288 |
| Coordinates | 35.7581300, -90.3223200 |
| Altitude | 69 |
| Country | United States |
End: Caraway (-90.32232, 35.75813)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 252 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 12m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 07m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 57m |
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 | $20.90 | $41.81 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $23.51 | $47.02 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $25.53 | $51.06 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $29.89 | $59.78 |
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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