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:

  1. Head north on Harkrider St toward Oak St.
  2. Turn right at the 1st cross street onto Oak St.
  3. Pass by Arvest Bank (on the right).
  4. Turn right onto Central Landing Blvd.
  5. Turn left to merge onto I-40 E.
  6. Continue on I-40 E and take exit 2B from I-630 W.
  7. 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:

  1. Start by heading north on Harkrider St toward Oak St.
  2. Turn right at the first cross street onto Oak St.
  3. Pass by Arvest Bank on the right.
  4. Continue straight and turn right onto Central Landing Blvd.
  5. Merge onto I-40 E.
  6. Stay on I-40 E and take exit 2B to merge onto I-30 W/US-65 S toward Little Rock.
  7. Keep left at the fork to continue on I-30 W.
  8. Take the exit toward I-630 W.
  9. Keep left to continue toward I-630 W.
  10. Take exit 2B for Doctor Martin Luther King Junior Drive.
  11. Turn left onto Doctor M.L.K. Jr Dr/M L King (signs for King Jr Dr).
  12. Turn right toward Bishop St.
  13. 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.
Trip Tools

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
32.55 mi
00h 34m
Flight
25.17 mi
40.51 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

Learn Distance

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
25.17 mi
Kilometers
40.51 km
Flight Time
00h 03m

Driving Distance

Road route
32.55 mi
Kilometers
52.39 km
Drive Time
00h 34m

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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 00h 34m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Little Rock
Thu, Apr 23, 12:14 AM CDT
Return by in Conway
Thu, Apr 23, 12:49 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Conway
2026-04-22T23:40
Arrive Little Rock
Thu, Apr 23, 12:14 AM CDT
Route Timing
00h 34m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:35 AM to 7:35 PM CDT

This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.

Leave by
7:20 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in Conway
10:00 PM CDT
Flexible departure

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.

Mid-route stop
Maumelle
AR

City in Arkansas, United States

From Conway
15.3 mi
00h 17m
To Little Rock
17.2 mi
00h 17m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
81°F
Wednesday

Partly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 10 mph S
Destination
81°F
Wednesday

Partly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 10 mph S

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.

  1. 1

    Start on Main Street

    32 m · 6 sec · Main Street

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Locust Avenue

    152 m · 15 sec · Locust Avenue

  3. 3

    Turn right onto Oak Street

    1.1 mi · 2 min · Oak Street

  4. 4

    Turn right onto Central Landing Boulevard

    1255 ft · 35 sec · Central Landing Boulevard

  5. 5

    Take the ramp left

    1035 ft · 25 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left

    24.8 mi · 25 min

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward AR 365

    911 ft · 22 sec

  8. 8

    Turn straight onto Mac Arthur Drive

    2043 ft · 37 sec · Mac Arthur Drive

  9. 9

    Continue on Pike Avenue

    1.5 mi · 2 min · Pike Avenue

  10. 10

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward West Broadway Street

    88 m · 5 sec · West Broadway Street

  11. 11

    Exit the roundabout onto West Broadway Street

    2262 ft · 49 sec · West Broadway Street

  12. 12

    Turn right onto Broadway Bridge

    2506 ft · 42 sec · Broadway Bridge

  13. 13

    Continue on Broadway Street

    1089 ft · 24 sec · Broadway Street

  14. 14

    Turn right onto West 3rd Street

    1.3 km · 2 min · West 3rd Street

  15. 15

    Turn left onto State Capitol

    96 m · 14 sec · State Capitol

  16. 16

    Continue on State Capitol

    134 m · 20 sec · State Capitol

  17. 17

    Continue on State Capitol

    126 m · 26 sec · State Capitol

  18. 18

    Turn sharp left

    79 m · 19 sec

  19. 19

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Conway and Little Rock.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

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.

Directions
19 steps
10 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
5
1 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
58.3 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Central Landing Boulevard
25.2 mi · 77%
Pike Avenue
1.48 mi · 5%
Oak Street
1.06 mi · 3%
West 3rd Street
0.79 mi · 2%
West Broadway Street
0.48 mi · 1%
Broadway Bridge
0.47 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

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.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
00h 34m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
01h 10m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+7.4 mi
25.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Maumelle
00h 17m from Conway
Leave By
7:20 PM CDT
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

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.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Maumelle, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Maumelle.

RAIL

Little Rock Union Station

17 mi away
1400 West Markham Street
RAIL

Malvern station

67 mi away
200 East First St.
RAIL

Arkadelphia station

103 mi away
798 South 5th St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Conway and Little Rock. Straight-line distance: 25.17 mi (40.51 km).

Conway

#1 Conway

The most populous city in Faulkner County, Arkansas.

Population68,100
Coordinates35.0887000, -92.4421000
Altitude95
CountryUnited States
Little Rock

#2 Little Rock

The capital of Arkansas.

Population197,866
Coordinates34.7464800, -92.2895900
Altitude102
CountryUnited States
Start: Main Street (-92.442158, 35.088823)
End: (-92.289581, 34.74648)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 52 km by road

SpeedTime
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.

One-way fuel
1.15 gal
4.35 L · about $4.36
Round trip
$8.71
2.3 gal · 8.7 L
Estimated CO2
10.2 kg one way
Round trip: 20.4 kg / 45 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound 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.

Prices in Arkansas · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Conway and Little Rock. The current time is 23:40:25.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.