How far is Hot Springs, AR from Lonoke, AR?
The driving distance from Hot Springs, AR to Lonoke, AR is about 77.7 miles (125.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 68.5 miles (110.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 04m 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 32m.
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.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hot Springs and Lonoke.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hot Springs and Lonoke.
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Start on West Grand Avenue
25 m · 9 sec · West Grand Avenue
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Continue on West Grand Avenue
24.2 mi · 30 min · West Grand Avenue
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Keep slight left
26.9 mi · 30 min
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Keep slight right to continue on East Belt Freeway
10 mi · 12 min · East Belt Freeway
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Take the exit right toward I 40: Memphis, Fort Smith
1161 ft · 28 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 40 East: Memphis
2525 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
13.4 mi · 13 min
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Take the exit slight right toward AR 89: Lonoke
1830 ft · 45 sec
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Keep slight right
50 m · 4 sec
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Turn straight onto State Highway 89
1.1 mi · 2 min · State Highway 89
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Continue on Hwy 89
1403 ft · 32 sec · Hwy 89
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At the end of the road, turn sharp left onto Front Street Southwest
1.4 km · 1 min · Front Street Southwest
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Turn left
7 m · 2 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hot Springs and Lonoke.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
West Grand Avenue
Keep slight left
26.9 mi · 00h 31m
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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny leaving Hot Springs and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Lonoke.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hot Springs to Lonoke?
The road trip is about 77.7 miles (125.1 km) and usually takes 01h 32m 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?
Alexander is a useful midpoint, sitting about 38.8 miles from Hot Springs and 38.9 miles from Lonoke.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 68.5 miles (110.2 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 3:26 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.38 one way or $20.75 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny around Hot Springs and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Lonoke.
Stop Ideas Near Alexander
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 Alexander.
Little Rock Union Station
Malvern station
Arkadelphia station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hot Springs and Lonoke. Straight-line distance: 68.47 mi (110.19 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 Lonoke
City in and county seat of Lonoke County, Arkansas
| Population | 4,162 |
| Coordinates | 34.7839800, -91.8998600 |
| Altitude | 73 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lonoke (-91.89986, 34.78398)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 125 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 58m |
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 | $10.38 | $20.75 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $11.67 | $23.34 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $12.67 | $25.35 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $14.84 | $29.67 |
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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