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

The driving distance from Hot Springs, AR to Newark, AR is about 157 miles (252.6 km), with a travel time of about 03h 00m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 123.2 miles (198.2 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 00m 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
156.94 mi
03h 00m
Flight
123.17 mi
198.23 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
123.17 mi
Kilometers
198.23 km
Flight Time
00h 14m

Driving Distance

Road route
156.94 mi
Kilometers
252.57 km
Drive Time
03h 00m

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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 03h 00m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Newark
Fri, May 22, 3:00 AM CDT
Return by in Hot Springs
Fri, May 22, 6:00 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Hot Springs
2026-05-22T00:00
Arrive Newark
Fri, May 22, 3:00 AM CDT
Route Timing
03h 00m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
11:00 AM to 1:00 PM CDT

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

Leave by
12:30 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Hot Springs
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
Cabot
AR

City in Arkansas

From Hot Springs
78.4 mi
01h 30m
To Newark
78.5 mi
01h 30m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
79°F
Friday

Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Fri, May 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph SSW
Destination
80°F
Friday

Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Fri, May 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph S

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on West Grand Avenue

    25 m · 9 sec · West Grand Avenue

  2. 2

    Continue on West Grand Avenue

    24.2 mi · 30 min · West Grand Avenue

  3. 3

    Keep slight left

    26.9 mi · 30 min

  4. 4

    Keep slight left

    1.1 km · 49 sec

  5. 5

    Continue straight

    4.2 mi · 5 min

  6. 6

    Keep slight right to continue on I 40 East, US 67 North, US 167 North: Jacksonville, Memphis

    1.6 mi · 3 min

  7. 7

    Keep slight left to continue on Saint Louis

    28.4 mi · 29 min

  8. 8

    Continue straight

    54 mi · 55 min

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right toward AR 17: Newport

    1451 ft · 36 sec

  10. 10

    Turn left

    23 m · 6 sec

  11. 11

    Turn left

    1.1 km · 1 min

  12. 12

    Turn right onto South State Street

    1.1 km · 1 min · South State Street

  13. 13

    Turn left onto Malcolm Avenue

    1 mi · 2 min · Malcolm Avenue

  14. 14

    Turn right

    12.9 mi · 19 min

  15. 15

    Turn right

    1.5 mi · 3 min

  16. 16

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · North Locust Street

Car Route Details

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

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
16 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
1
0 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
10.2 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Saint Louis
82.3 mi · 52%
West Grand Avenue
56 mi · 36%
I 40 East
1.59 mi · 1%
Malcolm Avenue
1 mi · 1%
South State Street
0.66 mi
AR 17
0.27 mi
Longest Stretch

Saint Louis

Continue straight

54 mi · 00h 55m

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
03h 00m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
06h 00m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+33.8 mi
123.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Cabot
01h 30m from Hot Springs
Leave By
12:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Hot Springs and Showers And Thunderstorms near Newark.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Hot Springs to Newark?

The road trip is about 157 miles (252.6 km) and usually takes 03h 00m 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?

Cabot is a useful midpoint, sitting about 78.4 miles from Hot Springs and 78.5 miles from Newark.

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

The direct path is about 123.2 miles (198.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 33.8 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 12:30 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.98 one way or $41.96 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 49.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Hot Springs and Showers And Thunderstorms near Newark.

Stop Ideas Near Cabot

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

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Cabot, 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 Cabot.

RAIL

Little Rock Union Station

35 mi away
1400 West Markham Street
RAIL

Malvern station

99 mi away
200 East First St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Hot Springs and Newark. Straight-line distance: 123.17 mi (198.23 km).

Hot Springs

#1 Hot Springs

County seat and city in Garland County, Arkansas, USA

Population38,939
Coordinates34.5037000, -93.0551800
Altitude182
CountryUnited States
Newark

#2 Newark

City in Independece County, Arkansas, United States

Population1,193
Coordinates35.7017400, -91.4415200
Altitude89
CountryUnited States
Start: Hot Springs (-93.05518, 34.5037)
End: Newark (-91.44152, 35.70174)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 253 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)05h 13m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 55m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 08m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 36m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 14m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 57m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
5.54 gal
20.96 L · about $20.98
Round trip
$41.96
11.08 gal · 41.92 L
Estimated CO2
49.2 kg one way
Round trip: 98.5 kg / 217 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $20.98 $41.96
Mid-grade $4.26 $23.59 $47.19
Premium $4.63 $25.62 $51.25
Diesel $5.42 $30.00 $60.00

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 22, 2026

There is no time difference between Hot Springs and Newark. The current time is 00:00:51.

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.