How far is Hot Springs, AR from Waldron, AR?
The driving distance from Hot Springs, AR to Waldron, AR is about 81.7 miles (131.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 39m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 64.8 miles (104.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 18m 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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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Montgomery County, 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 Waldron.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hot Springs and Waldron.
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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
34.9 mi · 41 min · Albert Pike Road
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Continue straight
31.7 mi · 40 min
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At the end of the road, turn right
10 mi · 11 min
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Turn slight right onto South Main Street
3.8 mi · 6 min · South Main Street
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Turn right onto Danville Road
39 m · 6 sec · Danville Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Danville Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hot Springs and Waldron.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Albert Pike Road
Turn straight onto Albert Pike Road
34.9 mi · 00h 41m
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 Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Hot Springs and Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Waldron.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hot Springs to Waldron?
The road trip is about 81.7 miles (131.5 km) and usually takes 01h 39m 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?
Mount Ida is a useful midpoint, sitting about 40.8 miles from Hot Springs and 40.9 miles from Waldron.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 64.8 miles (104.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.9 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 3:12 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.91 one way or $21.81 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Hot Springs and Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Waldron.
Stop Ideas Near Mount Ida
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 Mount Ida.
Arkadelphia station
Malvern station
Hope
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hot Springs and Waldron. Straight-line distance: 64.84 mi (104.35 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 Waldron
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 3,335 |
| Coordinates | 34.8984300, -94.0907600 |
| Altitude | 201 |
| Country | United States |
End: Waldron (-94.09076, 34.89843)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 131 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 01m |
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 | $10.91 | $21.81 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $12.27 | $24.53 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $13.32 | $26.64 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $15.60 | $31.19 |
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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