How far is Conway, AR from Pottsville, AR?
The driving distance from Conway, AR to Pottsville, AR is about 40.6 miles (65.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 44m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 36 miles (57.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 28m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Conway and Pottsville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Conway and Pottsville.
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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
2275 ft · 35 sec · Skyline Drive
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Take the exit slight left
1496 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left
36.6 mi · 37 min
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Take the exit slight right toward AR 247: Pottsville
1296 ft · 37 sec
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Turn left
939 ft · 25 sec
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Turn right
1.2 km · 2 min
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Turn left
1088 ft · 30 sec
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Continue on River Road
933 ft · 26 sec · River Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · River Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Conway and Pottsville.
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.
Skyline Drive
Merge slight left
36.6 mi · 00h 37m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Conway and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Pottsville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Conway to Pottsville?
The road trip is about 40.6 miles (65.4 km) and usually takes 00h 44m 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?
Morrilton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 20.3 miles from Conway and 20.3 miles from Pottsville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 36 miles (57.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.6 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 7:02 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.42 one way or $10.83 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Conway and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Pottsville.
Stop Ideas Near Morrilton
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Conway and Pottsville. Straight-line distance: 36.01 mi (57.95 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 Pottsville
City in Pope County, Arkansas, United States
| Population | 3,361 |
| Coordinates | 35.2481400, -93.0490600 |
| Altitude | 116 |
| Country | United States |
End: Pottsville (-93.04906, 35.24814)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 65 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 30m |
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 | $5.42 | $10.83 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $6.09 | $12.18 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $6.61 | $13.23 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $7.74 | $15.49 |
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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