How far is Bella Vista, AR from Hot Springs Village, AR?
The driving distance from Bella Vista, AR to Hot Springs Village, AR is about 210.5 miles (338.8 km), with a travel time of about 03h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 144 miles (231.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 50m 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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City in Franklin County, Arkansas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bella Vista and Hot Springs Village.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bella Vista and Hot Springs Village.
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Start on Hartsfield Lane
93 m · 14 sec · Hartsfield Lane
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Turn right onto Billingsley Drive
62 m · 13 sec · Billingsley Drive
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Turn right onto Cooper Road
1.1 mi · 3 min · Cooper Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto West Lancashire Boulevard
2074 ft · 53 sec · West Lancashire Boulevard
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Turn right onto On Ramp Bella Vista Way
1263 ft · 20 sec · On Ramp Bella Vista Way
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Turn straight onto Bella Vista Way
4.3 mi · 7 min · Bella Vista Way
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Take the ramp slight left
71.9 mi · 1 hr 15 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 40 East: Alma, Little Rock
3167 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left
64.9 mi · 1 hr 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 64
1557 ft · 43 sec
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Turn left
1.6 mi · 3 min
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Continue on West Main Street
3.1 mi · 5 min · West Main Street
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Turn right onto South Arkansas Avenue
4.9 mi · 6 min · South Arkansas Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North State Highway 7
1313 ft · 30 sec · North State Highway 7
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Continue on AR 7 South
14.4 mi · 17 min · AR 7 South
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Continue on South Scenic 7 Drive
1787 ft · 25 sec · South Scenic 7 Drive
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Turn right
1185 ft · 18 sec
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Turn left onto South State Highway 7
37.1 mi · 42 min · South State Highway 7
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Turn left onto Desoto Boulevard
4.2 mi · 7 min · Desoto Boulevard
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Turn right onto Carmona Road
2981 ft · 1 min · Carmona Road
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Turn left onto Fresno Road
21 m · 2 sec · Fresno Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Fresno Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bella Vista and Hot Springs Village.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Bella Vista Way
Take the ramp slight left
71.9 mi · 01h 15m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Bella Vista and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Hot Springs Village.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bella Vista to Hot Springs Village?
The road trip is about 210.5 miles (338.8 km) and usually takes 03h 55m 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?
Ozark is a useful midpoint, sitting about 105.3 miles from Bella Vista and 105.3 miles from Hot Springs Village.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 144 miles (231.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 66.5 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 9:10 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $28.14 one way or $56.27 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 66 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Bella Vista and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Hot Springs Village.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bella Vista and Hot Springs Village. Straight-line distance: 143.98 mi (231.71 km).
#1 Bella Vista
City in Arkansas, United States
| Population | 29,423 |
| Coordinates | 36.4807000, -94.2713400 |
| Altitude | 315 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hot Springs Village
Census-designated place in Garland County, Arkansas
| Population | 12,807 |
| Coordinates | 34.6720400, -92.9987900 |
| Altitude | 239 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hot Springs Village (-92.99879, 34.67204)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 339 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 00m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 15m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 00m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 37m |
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 | $28.14 | $56.27 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $31.64 | $63.29 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $34.36 | $68.73 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $40.23 | $80.47 |
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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