How far is Mount Ida, AR from Hot Springs, AR?
The driving distance from Mount Ida, AR to Hot Springs, AR is about 36.6 miles (58.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 43m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 33.2 miles (53.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 27m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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City in Arkansas, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mount Ida and Hot Springs.
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Start on Elder Lane
45 m · 12 sec · Elder Lane
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Turn left onto Whittington Street
79 m · 7 sec · Whittington Street
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Turn slight left onto West Street
794 ft · 22 sec · West Street
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Merge slight left
32.5 mi · 37 min
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Continue on Albert Pike Road
2.6 mi · 4 min · Albert Pike Road
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Turn right onto Hobson Avenue
1937 ft · 38 sec · Hobson Avenue
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Turn left onto 3rd Street
1385 ft · 24 sec · 3rd Street
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Turn right onto West Grand Avenue
3090 ft · 1 min · West Grand Avenue
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Continue on West Grand Avenue
106 m · 13 sec · West Grand Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Grand Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Mount Ida and Hot Springs.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
West Street
Merge slight left
32.5 mi · 00h 37m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Mount Ida and Partly Sunny near Hot Springs.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Mount Ida to Hot Springs?
The road trip is about 36.6 miles (58.9 km) and usually takes 00h 43m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Mountain Pine is a useful midpoint, sitting about 18.3 miles from Mount Ida and 18.3 miles from Hot Springs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 33.2 miles (53.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.4 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:02 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.89 one way or $9.77 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Mount Ida and Partly Sunny near Hot Springs.
Stop Ideas Near Mountain Pine
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 Mountain Pine.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mount Ida and Hot Springs. Straight-line distance: 33.16 mi (53.36 km).
#1 Mount Ida
City in Montgomery County, Arkansas, United States
| Population | 1,005 |
| Coordinates | 34.5567600, -93.6340800 |
| Altitude | 203 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hot Springs
County seat and city in Garland County, Arkansas, USA
| Population | 38,939 |
| Coordinates | 34.5037000, -93.0551800 |
| Altitude | 182 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hot Springs (-93.05518, 34.5037)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 59 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 27m |
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 | $4.89 | $9.77 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $5.49 | $10.99 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $5.97 | $11.93 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $6.99 | $13.97 |
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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