How far is Conway, AR from Des Arc, AR?
The driving distance from Conway, AR to Des Arc, AR is about 63.2 miles (101.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 33m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 54.1 miles (87.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 07m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 33m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Township in Lonoke County, Arkansas
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Conway and Des Arc.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Conway and Des Arc.
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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
26.1 mi · 33 min · Vilonia Bypass
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Continue straight
1.8 mi · 4 min
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Turn right onto South Main Street
1.2 km · 1 min · South Main Street
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Continue on State Highway 31
1.6 mi · 3 min · State Highway 31
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Turn left onto Cypress Lake Road
4.3 mi · 8 min · Cypress Lake Road
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Continue on State Highway 13
5.8 mi · 10 min · State Highway 13
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Turn left
10.2 mi · 15 min
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Turn slight left
2.6 mi · 4 min
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Turn straight onto AR 38
1.2 mi · 2 min · AR 38
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Turn right onto North 5th Street
1545 ft · 48 sec · North 5th Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
722 ft · 25 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto North 3rd
11 m · 2 sec · North 3rd
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North 3rd
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Conway and Des Arc.
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
Continue on Vilonia Bypass
26.1 mi · 00h 33m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Conway and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Des Arc.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Conway to Des Arc?
The road trip is about 63.2 miles (101.7 km) and usually takes 01h 33m 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?
Ward is a useful midpoint, sitting about 31.6 miles from Conway and 31.6 miles from Des Arc.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 54.1 miles (87.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.1 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 3:22 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.45 one way or $16.89 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Conway and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Des Arc.
Stop Ideas Near Ward
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 Ward.
Little Rock Union Station
Malvern station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Conway and Des Arc. Straight-line distance: 54.13 mi (87.11 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 Des Arc
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 1,567 |
| Coordinates | 34.9770400, -91.4951300 |
| Altitude | 61 |
| Country | United States |
End: Des Arc (-91.49513, 34.97704)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 102 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 47m |
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 | $8.45 | $16.89 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $9.50 | $19.00 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $10.31 | $20.63 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $12.08 | $24.15 |
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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