How far is Dumas, AR from Hot Springs, AR?

The driving distance from Dumas, AR to Hot Springs, AR is about 113.6 miles (182.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 07m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 99 miles (159.3 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 14m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Trip Tools

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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
113.67 mi
02h 07m
Flight
98.98 mi
159.3 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
98.98 mi
Kilometers
159.3 km
Flight Time
00h 11m

Driving Distance

Road route
113.67 mi
Kilometers
182.93 km
Drive Time
02h 07m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 02h 07m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Hot Springs
Wed, May 13, 7:43 PM CDT
Return by in Dumas
Wed, May 13, 9:50 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Dumas
2026-05-13T17:35
Arrive Hot Springs
Wed, May 13, 7:43 PM CDT
Route Timing
02h 07m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:07 AM to 12:07 PM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
2:16 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Dumas
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Walnut Ridge
AR

City in Arkansas

From Dumas
56.8 mi
01h 03m
To Hot Springs
56.9 mi
01h 03m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
86°F
Wednesday

Sunny

Starts
Wed, May 13 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 10 mph WNW
Destination
86°F
Wednesday

Sunny

Starts
Wed, May 13 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph NW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Dumas and Hot Springs.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Dumas and Hot Springs.

  1. 1

    Start on South Main Street

    1.2 mi · 2 min · South Main Street

  2. 2

    Turn slight right onto Outer Drive

    3235 ft · 1 min · Outer Drive

  3. 3

    At the end of the road, turn left

    47.9 mi · 57 min

  4. 4

    Take the exit slight right

    911 ft · 22 sec

  5. 5

    Keep slight left

    91 m · 12 sec

  6. 6

    Turn left onto Sheridan Road

    31.8 mi · 37 min · Sheridan Road

  7. 7

    Continue on East 3rd Street

    1303 ft · 17 sec · East 3rd Street

  8. 8

    Continue on US Highway 270

    12.4 mi · 14 min · US Highway 270

  9. 9

    Take the exit left

    1.4 mi · 2 min

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right toward US 270 West: Hot Springs

    17.4 mi · 22 min

  11. 11

    Turn left onto East Grand Avenue

    2448 ft · 50 sec · East Grand Avenue

  12. 12

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · West Grand Avenue

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Dumas and Hot Springs.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
12 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
0 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
10.6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Sheridan Road
31.8 mi · 28%
US 270 West
17.4 mi · 15%
US Highway 270
13.8 mi · 12%
South Main Street
1.15 mi · 1%
Outer Drive
0.84 mi · 1%
East Grand Avenue
0.46 mi
Longest Stretch

Longest stretch

At the end of the road, turn left

47.9 mi · 00h 57m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 07m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 14m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+14.6 mi
99 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Walnut Ridge
01h 03m from Dumas
Leave By
2:16 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Dumas 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 Dumas to Hot Springs?

The road trip is about 113.6 miles (182.9 km) and usually takes 02h 07m 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?

Walnut Ridge is a useful midpoint, sitting about 56.8 miles from Dumas and 56.9 miles from Hot Springs.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 99 miles (159.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.6 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:16 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.19 one way or $30.37 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 35.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Dumas and Sunny near Hot Springs.

Stop Ideas Near Walnut Ridge

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Walnut Ridge, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Walnut Ridge.

RAIL

Little Rock Union Station

39 mi away
1400 West Markham Street
RAIL

Malvern station

53 mi away
200 East First St.
RAIL

Arkadelphia station

81 mi away
798 South 5th St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Dumas and Hot Springs. Straight-line distance: 98.98 mi (159.3 km).

Dumas

#1 Dumas

City in Arkansas, USA

Population3,959
Coordinates33.8870500, -91.4917900
Altitude50
CountryUnited States
Hot Springs

#2 Hot Springs

County seat and city in Garland County, Arkansas, USA

Population38,939
Coordinates34.5037000, -93.0551800
Altitude182
CountryUnited States
Start: South Main Street (-91.491741, 33.887059)
End: West Grand Avenue (-93.055179, 34.503704)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 183 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 47m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 50m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 16m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 53m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 37m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 25m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
4.01 gal
15.18 L · about $15.19
Round trip
$30.37
8.02 gal · 30.36 L
Estimated CO2
35.6 kg one way
Round trip: 71.3 kg / 157 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $15.19 $30.37
Mid-grade $4.26 $17.08 $34.16
Premium $4.63 $18.55 $37.09
Diesel $5.42 $21.71 $43.43

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Arkansas · May 13, 2026

There is no time difference between Dumas and Hot Springs. The current time is 17:35:55.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.