How far is Hot Springs, AR from Highland, AR?
The driving distance from Hot Springs, AR to Highland, AR is about 61.4 miles (98.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 52.2 miles (84 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 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.
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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 01h 37m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Montgomery and Pike counties in Arkansas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hot Springs and Highland.
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Start on West Grand Avenue
1.4 km · 1 min · West Grand Avenue
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Turn left onto Summer Street
1673 ft · 28 sec · Summer Street
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Turn straight onto Albert Pike Road
1.4 km · 2 min · Albert Pike Road
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Turn left onto Airport Road
7.7 mi · 12 min · Airport Road
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Continue on US 70
31.3 mi · 47 min · US 70
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Continue straight
18.8 mi · 33 min
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Turn right onto State Highway 26
1.5 mi · 3 min · State Highway 26
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Turn left onto Pike County 210 Road/Gyp Mine Road
9 m · 1 sec · Pike County 210 Road/Gyp Mine Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Pike County 210 Road/Gyp Mine Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hot Springs and Highland.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US 70
Continue on US 70
31.3 mi · 00h 47m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Hot Springs and Mostly Sunny near Highland.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hot Springs to Highland?
The road trip is about 61.4 miles (98.8 km) and usually takes 01h 37m 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?
Glenwood is a useful midpoint, sitting about 30.7 miles from Hot Springs and 30.7 miles from Highland.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 52.2 miles (84 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.2 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 3:16 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.22 one way or $16.44 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Hot Springs and Mostly Sunny near Highland.
Stop Ideas Near Glenwood
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 Glenwood.
Arkadelphia station
Malvern station
Hope
Texarkana
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hot Springs and Highland. Straight-line distance: 52.18 mi (83.98 km).
#1 Hot Springs
County seat and city in Garland County, Arkansas, USA
| Population | 38,939 |
| Coordinates | 34.5037000, -93.0551800 |
| Altitude | 182 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Highland
City in Sharp County, Arkansas, United States
| Population | 1,105 |
| Coordinates | 34.0353900, -93.7721300 |
| Altitude | 177 |
| Country | United States |
End: Highland (-93.77213, 34.03539)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 99 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 45m |
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 | $8.22 | $16.44 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $9.24 | $18.48 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $10.04 | $20.07 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $11.75 | $23.50 |
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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