How far is Conway, AR from Fairfield Bay, AR?
The driving distance from Conway, AR to Fairfield Bay, AR is about 57.5 miles (92.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 36.2 miles (58.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 59m 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 29m.
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.
City in Arkansas, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Conway and Fairfield Bay.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Conway and Fairfield Bay.
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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
787 ft · 15 sec
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Continue straight
9.6 mi · 17 min
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Turn right
4.6 mi · 8 min
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Turn right onto Dave Creek Parkway
3 mi · 7 min · Dave Creek Parkway
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Dave Creek Parkway
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Conway and Fairfield Bay.
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
Continue on US Highway 65
18.4 mi · 00h 26m
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 then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Conway and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Fairfield Bay.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Conway to Fairfield Bay?
The road trip is about 57.5 miles (92.6 km) and usually takes 01h 29m 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?
Austin is a useful midpoint, sitting about 28.8 miles from Conway and 28.8 miles from Fairfield Bay.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 36.2 miles (58.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.3 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 3:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.51 one way or $13.03 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Conway and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Fairfield Bay.
Stop Ideas Near Austin
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 Austin.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Conway and Fairfield Bay. Straight-line distance: 36.13 mi (58.15 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 Fairfield Bay
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 2,014 |
| Coordinates | 35.5942400, -92.2779300 |
| Altitude | 265 |
| Country | United States |
End: Fairfield Bay (-92.27793, 35.59424)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 93 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 43m |
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 | $6.51 | $13.03 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $7.33 | $14.65 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $7.96 | $15.91 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $9.31 | $18.63 |
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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