How far is Conway, AR from Little Rock, AR?
Fastest route
Here are the summarized directions for your journey from Conway, Arkansas to Little Rock, Arkansas:
- Head north on Harkrider St toward Oak St.
- Turn right at the 1st cross street onto Oak St.
- Pass by Arvest Bank (on the right).
- Turn right onto Central Landing Blvd.
- Turn left to merge onto I-40 E.
- Continue on I-40 E and take exit 2B from I-630 W.
- Turn left onto Doctor M.L.K. Jr Dr/M L King, then turn right toward Bishop St, and finally turn right onto Bishop St.
Directions
To get from Conway to Little Rock, follow these steps:
- Start by heading north on Harkrider St toward Oak St.
- Turn right at the first cross street onto Oak St.
- Pass by Arvest Bank on the right.
- Continue straight and turn right onto Central Landing Blvd.
- Merge onto I-40 E.
- Stay on I-40 E and take exit 2B to merge onto I-30 W/US-65 S toward Little Rock.
- Keep left at the fork to continue on I-30 W.
- Take the exit toward I-630 W.
- Keep left to continue toward I-630 W.
- Take exit 2B for Doctor Martin Luther King Junior Drive.
- Turn left onto Doctor M.L.K. Jr Dr/M L King (signs for King Jr Dr).
- Turn right toward Bishop St.
- Finally, turn right onto Bishop St.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Make sure to follow the road signs and directions carefully.
- ⛽ Plan your journey with enough fuel to reach your destination.
- 🕐 Consider traffic conditions and choose the optimal time to travel.
- 🚧 Be aware of any ongoing construction or road closures along the route.
- 📱 Use a GPS or navigation app to assist you during the journey.
- 📝 Take note of the street names and landmarks mentioned in the directions.
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Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 34m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
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City in Arkansas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Conway and Little Rock.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Conway and Little Rock.
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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
1.1 mi · 2 min · Oak Street
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4
Turn right onto Central Landing Boulevard
1255 ft · 35 sec · Central Landing Boulevard
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Take the ramp left
1035 ft · 25 sec
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Merge slight left
24.8 mi · 25 min
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7
Take the exit slight right toward AR 365
911 ft · 22 sec
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Turn straight onto Mac Arthur Drive
2043 ft · 37 sec · Mac Arthur Drive
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9
Continue on Pike Avenue
1.5 mi · 2 min · Pike Avenue
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward West Broadway Street
88 m · 5 sec · West Broadway Street
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Exit the roundabout onto West Broadway Street
2262 ft · 49 sec · West Broadway Street
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Turn right onto Broadway Bridge
2506 ft · 42 sec · Broadway Bridge
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Continue on Broadway Street
1089 ft · 24 sec · Broadway Street
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14
Turn right onto West 3rd Street
1.3 km · 2 min · West 3rd Street
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15
Turn left onto State Capitol
96 m · 14 sec · State Capitol
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Continue on State Capitol
134 m · 20 sec · State Capitol
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Continue on State Capitol
126 m · 26 sec · State Capitol
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Turn sharp left
79 m · 19 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Conway and Little Rock.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Central Landing Boulevard
Merge slight left
24.8 mi · 00h 25m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Partly Sunny leaving Conway and Partly Sunny near Little Rock.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Conway to Little Rock?
The road trip is about 32.6 miles (52.4 km) and usually takes 00h 34m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Maumelle is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15.3 miles from Conway and 17.2 miles from Little Rock.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 25.2 miles (40.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.4 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:20 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.36 one way or $8.71 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Conway and Partly Sunny near Little Rock.
Stop Ideas Near Maumelle
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 Maumelle.
Little Rock Union Station
Malvern station
Arkadelphia station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Conway and Little Rock. Straight-line distance: 25.17 mi (40.51 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 Little Rock
The capital of Arkansas.
| Population | 197,866 |
| Coordinates | 34.7464800, -92.2895900 |
| Altitude | 102 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-92.289581, 34.74648)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 52 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 24m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $4.36 | $8.71 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $4.90 | $9.80 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $5.32 | $10.64 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $6.23 | $12.45 |
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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