How far is Hot Springs, AR from Monticello, AR?
The driving distance from Hot Springs, AR to Monticello, AR is about 116.1 miles (186.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 94.3 miles (151.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 38m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 19m.
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
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City in Arkansas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hot Springs and Monticello.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hot Springs and Monticello.
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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
2569 ft · 56 sec · West Grand Avenue
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Turn right onto Malvern Avenue
5.2 mi · 8 min · Malvern Avenue
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Continue on Malvern Road
12.4 mi · 14 min · Malvern Road
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Take the exit left
1.5 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 270 East: Malvern
2058 ft · 41 sec
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Turn right
44 mi · 51 min
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Take the exit slight right
1597 ft · 39 sec
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Merge slight left
9.9 mi · 11 min
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Take the exit slight right toward AR 530 South: Star City, Monticello
1.2 km · 52 sec
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Continue on Highway 530
22.9 mi · 27 min · Highway 530
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Highway 11
2 mi · 2 min · Highway 11
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Turn right
15.8 mi · 20 min
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Turn left onto West Gaines Avenue
1 km · 58 sec · West Gaines Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Gaines Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hot Springs and Monticello.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Longest stretch
Turn right
44 mi · 00h 51m
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.
Sunny leaving Hot Springs and Sunny near Monticello.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hot Springs to Monticello?
The road trip is about 116.1 miles (186.9 km) and usually takes 02h 19m 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?
White Hall is a useful midpoint, sitting about 58.1 miles from Hot Springs and 58.1 miles from Monticello.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 94.3 miles (151.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.8 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 1:52 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.53 one way or $31.05 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 36.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Hot Springs and Sunny near Monticello.
Stop Ideas Near White Hall
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 White Hall.
Little Rock Union Station
Malvern station
Arkadelphia station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hot Springs and Monticello. Straight-line distance: 94.27 mi (151.72 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 Monticello
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 9,185 |
| Coordinates | 33.6290000, -91.7909600 |
| Altitude | 89 |
| Country | United States |
End: Monticello (-91.79096, 33.629)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 187 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 26m |
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 | $15.53 | $31.05 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $17.46 | $34.92 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $18.96 | $37.93 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $22.20 | $44.40 |
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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