How far is Diaz, AR from Hot Springs, AR?
The driving distance from Diaz, AR to Hot Springs, AR is about 144.5 miles (232.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 39m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 128 miles (206 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 19m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 39m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
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City in Arkansas, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Sunny
Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Diaz and Hot Springs.
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Start on North Main Street
9 m · 6 sec · North Main Street
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Turn left onto Martin Luther King Highway
1.2 km · 2 min · Martin Luther King Highway
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Continue on Air Base Road
3220 ft · 54 sec · Air Base Road
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Take the ramp straight toward I 57 South, US 67 South: Bald Knob, Little Rock
1352 ft · 33 sec
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Merge slight left
85.5 mi · 1 hr 28 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 Diaz and Hot Springs.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 57 South
Merge slight left
85.5 mi · 01h 28m
Route Summary
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A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Diaz 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 Diaz to Hot Springs?
The road trip is about 144.5 miles (232.5 km) and usually takes 02h 39m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Holland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 72.2 miles from Diaz and 72.3 miles from Hot Springs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 128 miles (206 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.5 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:10 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.31 one way or $38.63 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Diaz and Sunny near Hot Springs.
Stop Ideas Near Holland
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 Holland.
Little Rock Union Station
Malvern station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Diaz and Hot Springs. Straight-line distance: 128.03 mi (206.05 km).
#1 Diaz
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 1,208 |
| Coordinates | 35.6384100, -91.2651300 |
| Altitude | 71 |
| 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: 233 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 48m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 48m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $19.31 | $38.63 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $21.72 | $43.44 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $23.59 | $47.18 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $27.62 | $55.23 |
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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