How far is Waldo, AR from Hot Springs, AR?
The driving distance from Waldo, AR to Hot Springs, AR is about 99.8 miles (160.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 05m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 80.8 miles (130 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 10m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 05m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Clark County, Arkansas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Waldo and Hot Springs.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waldo and Hot Springs.
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Start on East McKissack
24 m · 3 sec · East McKissack
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Turn right
17.9 mi · 27 min
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Turn right onto Rosston Highway
15.8 mi · 24 min · Rosston Highway
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Continue on Rosston Road
1.2 mi · 2 min · Rosston Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto West 1st Street South
2234 ft · 45 sec · West 1st Street South
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Turn left onto West Main Street
2.1 mi · 4 min · West Main Street
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Take the ramp right
1317 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left
31 mi · 31 min
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Take the exit slight right toward AR 7: Caddo Valley, Hot Springs
1149 ft · 28 sec
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Continue on Valley Street
30.8 mi · 37 min · Valley Street
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Turn right onto West Grand Avenue
113 m · 12 sec · 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 Waldo 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 Main Street
Merge slight left
31 mi · 00h 31m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Waldo to Hot Springs?
The road trip is about 99.8 miles (160.6 km) and usually takes 02h 05m 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?
Gurdon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 50 miles from Waldo and 49.8 miles from Hot Springs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 80.8 miles (130 km), while the road route adds roughly 19 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 2:20 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.33 one way or $26.66 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms around Waldo and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Hot Springs.
Stop Ideas Near Gurdon
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 Gurdon.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Waldo and Hot Springs. Straight-line distance: 80.8 mi (130.03 km).
#1 Waldo
City in Columbia County, Arkansas, United States
| Population | 1,256 |
| Coordinates | 33.3515100, -93.2957300 |
| Altitude | 110 |
| 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: 161 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 14m |
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 | $13.33 | $26.66 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $14.99 | $29.98 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $16.28 | $32.56 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $19.06 | $38.12 |
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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