How far is Hot Springs, AR from Prairie Grove, AR?
The driving distance from Hot Springs, AR to Prairie Grove, AR is about 186.7 miles (300.4 km), with a travel time of about 03h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 124.2 miles (199.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 05m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 32m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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City in Arkansas, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hot Springs and Prairie Grove.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hot Springs and Prairie Grove.
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Start on West Grand Avenue
25 m · 6 sec · West Grand Avenue
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Turn right onto Central Avenue
1.1 mi · 2 min · Central Avenue
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Continue on Park Avenue
6.2 mi · 9 min · Park Avenue
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward the route
91 m · 4 sec
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Exit the roundabout
44.8 mi · 51 min
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At the end of the road, turn right
1185 ft · 20 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left onto South Scenic 7 Drive
1787 ft · 23 sec · South Scenic 7 Drive
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Continue on 4th Street
14.4 mi · 17 min · 4th Street
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Continue on North State Highway 7
888 ft · 16 sec · North State Highway 7
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Continue straight
114 m · 9 sec
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Turn right onto Union Street
4.9 mi · 6 min · Union Street
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Turn left onto West Main Street
3.1 mi · 5 min · West Main Street
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Continue on West Main Street
1.5 mi · 2 min · West Main Street
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Turn right onto Mission Road
1316 ft · 22 sec · Mission Road
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Continue on Lakewood Drive
112 m · 10 sec · Lakewood Drive
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Take the ramp left toward I-40
1585 ft · 39 sec
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Merge slight left
64.8 mi · 1 hr 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
1977 ft · 48 sec
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Continue straight
32.6 mi · 33 min
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Take the exit slight right toward State Highway 170: West Fork
2169 ft · 34 sec
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Turn left onto Phillips Street
1601 ft · 33 sec · Phillips Street
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Turn right
4.2 mi · 7 min
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Continue on South State Highway 265
590 ft · 12 sec · South State Highway 265
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Turn right onto Hogeye Road
5.9 mi · 10 min · Hogeye Road
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Continue on South Mock Street
2983 ft · 1 min · South Mock Street
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Turn left onto West Mock Drive
36 m · 5 sec · West Mock Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Mock Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hot Springs and Prairie Grove.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
I-40
Merge slight left
64.8 mi · 01h 05m
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.
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Hot Springs and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Prairie Grove.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hot Springs to Prairie Grove?
The road trip is about 186.7 miles (300.4 km) and usually takes 03h 32m 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?
Lamar is a useful midpoint, sitting about 93.3 miles from Hot Springs and 93.3 miles from Prairie Grove.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 124.2 miles (199.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 62.5 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 9:54 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.96 one way or $49.91 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 58.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Hot Springs and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Prairie Grove.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hot Springs and Prairie Grove. Straight-line distance: 124.19 mi (199.86 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 Prairie Grove
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 7,049 |
| Coordinates | 35.9759100, -94.3177100 |
| Altitude | 355 |
| Country | United States |
End: Prairie Grove (-94.31771, 35.97591)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 300 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 44m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 06m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 19m |
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 | $24.96 | $49.91 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $28.07 | $56.13 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $30.48 | $60.96 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $35.68 | $71.37 |
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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