How far is Rockwell, AR from Hot Springs, AR?
Fastest route
The route from Rockwell, Arkansas 71913, USA to Hot Springs, Arkansas, USA is approximately 12 minutes long, covering a distance of 5.9 miles. The recommended route due to traffic conditions is via Airport Rd.
Directions
- Head north on Grissom Trail toward Enterprise Dr.
- Turn right onto Enterprise Dr.
- Turn left onto Kaufman Rd.
- Continue on Airport Rd to Hot Springs.
- Turn right onto Airport Rd.
- Pass by Advance Auto Parts (on the left in 3 miles).
- Turn right onto Albert Pike Rd and continue straight. It will turn slightly left and become Hobson Ave.
- Pass by Taco Bell (on the left in 0.3 miles).
- Use the left lane to turn right onto W Grand Ave.
- Follow Ouachita Ave, which will eventually turn right and become Market St.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Take the recommended route via Airport Rd to avoid traffic.
- ⚠️ Pay attention to road signs and signals during the journey.
- ⛽ It's a good idea to have enough fuel in your vehicle before starting the trip.
- 🕑 Consider checking for real-time traffic updates before leaving.
- 📱 Use a navigation app or GPS device to help you navigate the route more easily.
- 🚦 Observe the speed limits and drive safely.
- 📍 Keep an eye out for landmarks and reference points along the way to ensure you're on track.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 13m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in Garland County, Arkansas
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rockwell and Hot Springs.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rockwell and Hot Springs.
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Start on Grissom Trail
118 m · 19 sec · Grissom Trail
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Turn right onto Enterprise Drive
600 ft · 32 sec · Enterprise Drive
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Turn left onto Kaufman Road
1928 ft · 1 min · Kaufman Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Airport Road
3.1 mi · 5 min · Airport Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Albert Pike Road
1.5 km · 1 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 Rockwell and Hot Springs.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Airport Road
At the end of the road, turn right onto Airport Road
3.11 mi · 00h 05m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rockwell to Hot Springs?
The road trip is about 5.9 miles (9.5 km) and usually takes 00h 13m 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?
Piney is a useful midpoint, sitting about 2.9 miles from Rockwell and 3 miles from Hot Springs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 5.2 miles (8.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.7 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 8:04 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.80 one way or $1.59 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 1.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Rockwell and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Hot Springs.
Stop Ideas Near Piney
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 Piney.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rockwell and Hot Springs. Straight-line distance: 5.24 mi (8.43 km).
#1 Rockwell
Census-designated place in Garland County, Arkansas
| Population | 3,780 |
| Coordinates | 34.4642600, -93.1337900 |
| Altitude | 134 |
| 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: West Grand Avenue (-93.055179, 34.503704)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 9 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 07m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 05m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 04m |
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 | $0.80 | $1.59 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $0.89 | $1.79 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $0.97 | $1.94 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $1.14 | $2.27 |
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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