How far is Bay, AR from Hot Springs, AR?
The driving distance from Bay, AR to Hot Springs, AR is about 191.1 miles (307.5 km), with a travel time of about 03h 31m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 164.8 miles (265.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 03m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Halfway Point
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Town in Arkansas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bay and Hot Springs.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bay and Hot Springs.
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Start on North Main Street
913 ft · 23 sec · North Main Street
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Turn left onto Elder Street
1085 ft · 25 sec · Elder Street
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Turn right
1 mi · 2 min
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Take the ramp left
1140 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left onto Joe N Martin Expressway
9.9 mi · 11 min · Joe N Martin Expressway
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Take the exit slight right
948 ft · 23 sec
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Turn right onto Alexander Drive
139 m · 10 sec · Alexander Drive
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Turn right onto Southwest Drive
6.4 mi · 7 min · Southwest Drive
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Continue straight
12.5 mi · 14 min
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Take the exit sharp left
1938 ft · 47 sec
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Merge slight left
102.7 mi · 1 hr 46 min
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Merge slight left
1.5 km · 1 min
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Take the exit slight left toward I 30 West, US 65 South, US 67 South, US 167 South: Little Rock
4.9 mi · 7 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Texarkana
24.2 mi · 27 min
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Continue straight
2.9 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US-70 West: Hot Springs
24.6 mi · 31 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Grand Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bay and Hot Springs.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Southwest Drive
Merge slight left
103 mi · 01h 46m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Sunny leaving Bay and Sunny near Hot Springs.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bay to Hot Springs?
The road trip is about 191.1 miles (307.5 km) and usually takes 03h 31m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Garner is a useful midpoint, sitting about 95.5 miles from Bay and 95.6 miles from Hot Springs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 164.8 miles (265.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.3 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:56 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $25.52 one way or $51.05 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 59.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Bay and Sunny near Hot Springs.
Stop Ideas Near Garner
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 Garner.
Little Rock Union Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bay and Hot Springs. Straight-line distance: 164.82 mi (265.26 km).
#1 Bay
City in Craighead County, Arkansas, United States
| Population | 1,816 |
| Coordinates | 35.7423000, -90.5623300 |
| Altitude | 70 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hot Springs
County seat and city in Garland County, Arkansas, USA
| Population | 38,939 |
| Coordinates | 34.5037000, -93.0551800 |
| Altitude | 182 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hot Springs (-93.05518, 34.5037)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 307 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 46m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 49m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 43m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 23m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $25.52 | $51.05 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $28.71 | $57.41 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $31.17 | $62.35 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $36.50 | $72.99 |
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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