City of Conway Launches Survey for Transit Study
The City of Conway is inviting residents, businesses, and community members to participate in a transit survey to help shape the future of local transportation services.
The public comment period is now open and will remain available through Friday, May 8.
The survey seeks feedback on two key topics:
- Proposed fixed-route bus services within Conway
- Opportunities to improve Conway’s existing microtransit service
Community input will help Conway better understand travel needs, service priorities, and preferences as we evaluate future transit improvements.
Residents can review interactive maps and submit feedback here.
Fixed-Route Recommendations
Four preliminary fixed-route concepts have been identified for public review:
Route 1: Yellow Line
Connecting Conway Commons to Salem Road and College Avenue via Harkrider Street and Prince Street, with stops including Kroger (Salem Road), Conway High School, Downtown Conway, and the Conway Community Center.
Route 2: Red Line
Connecting Walmart to Baptist Health Medical Center via Dave Ward Drive, serving Glenrock Apartments, Centerstone Apartments, and South Donaghey Avenue.
Route 3: Blue Line
Connecting South Donaghey Apartments to Conway Towne Center via South Donaghey Avenue and Harkrider Street, with stops including the University of Central Arkansas, Conway Regional Health System, Central Baptist College, Hendrix College, and Walmart.
Route 4: Green Line
Connecting Ott Memorial Boulevard to Baptist Health Medical Center via Harkrider Street, Oak Street, and Amity Road, serving Walmart, Hendrix College, Downtown Conway, Conway Commons, and Lewis Crossing Shopping Center.
Residents can explore route maps and provide feedback here:
https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/ce1079af828c46b0886954f3b6dfbc9c/page/Fixed-Route-Recommendations
Microtransit Recommendations
Conway’s current microtransit service area covers nearly the entire city. While this provides broad coverage, it also means vehicles have to travel longer distances that lead to longer wait times and fewer available rides. To address this, the City is considering possible changes – such as focusing service in smaller, high-demand areas or dividing the service area into two zones. These options could help reduce wait times and make it easier to book a ride, but they may also mean a smaller service area or the need to transfer between zones.
Residents can review the current service area and share feedback here:
https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/ce1079af828c46b0886954f3b6dfbc9c/page/Microtransit-Recommendations
