How far is Gravette, AR from Hot Springs, AR?
The driving distance from Gravette, AR to Hot Springs, AR is about 225.9 miles (363.6 km), with a travel time of about 04h 05m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 154.2 miles (248.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 11m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 05m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Arkansas, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gravette and Hot Springs.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gravette and Hot Springs.
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Start on the route
17 m · 8 sec
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Turn right onto 1st Avenue South
65 m · 12 sec · 1st Avenue South
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Turn left onto Atlanta Street Southeast
3164 ft · 1 min · Atlanta Street Southeast
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Continue on State Highway 72
4.6 mi · 8 min · State Highway 72
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 49 South
2612 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left onto Bella Vista Bypass
80 mi · 1 hr 23 min · Bella Vista Bypass
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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
44.8 mi · 51 min · South State Highway 7
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Park Avenue
30 m · 1 sec · Park Avenue
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Exit the roundabout onto Park Avenue
6.1 mi · 9 min · Park Avenue
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Continue on Central Avenue
1.1 mi · 2 min · Central Avenue
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Turn left onto West Grand Avenue
131 m · 20 sec · West Grand Avenue
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Continue on West Grand Avenue
106 m · 13 sec · West Grand Avenue
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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 Gravette 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.
Bella Vista Bypass
Merge slight left onto Bella Vista Bypass
80 mi · 01h 23m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Gravette and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Hot Springs.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gravette to Hot Springs?
The road trip is about 225.9 miles (363.6 km) and usually takes 04h 05m 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?
Wiederkehr Village is a useful midpoint, sitting about 114.3 miles from Gravette and 111.7 miles from Hot Springs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 154.2 miles (248.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 71.7 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 8:48 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $30.18 one way or $60.36 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 70.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Gravette and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Hot Springs.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gravette and Hot Springs. Straight-line distance: 154.14 mi (248.06 km).
#1 Gravette
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 3,612 |
| Coordinates | 36.4220200, -94.4535500 |
| Altitude | 371 |
| 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: West Grand Avenue (-93.055179, 34.503704)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 364 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 38m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 13m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 49m |
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 | $30.18 | $60.36 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $33.94 | $67.89 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $36.86 | $73.72 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $43.16 | $86.32 |
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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