How far is Ward, AR from Hot Springs, AR?
The driving distance from Ward, AR to Hot Springs, AR is about 82.6 miles (133 km), with a travel time of about 01h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 72.5 miles (116.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 44m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 22m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ward and Hot Springs.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ward and Hot Springs.
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Start on 2nd Street
13 m · 3 sec · 2nd Street
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Turn right onto Moore Street
1002 ft · 20 sec · Moore Street
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Continue on North Street
2561 ft · 51 sec · North Street
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Take the ramp slight left
1521 ft · 38 sec
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Merge slight left
24.2 mi · 25 min
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Merge slight left
1.5 km · 1 min
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Take the exit slight left toward I 30 West, US 65 South, US 67 South, US 167 South: Little Rock
4.9 mi · 7 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Texarkana
24.2 mi · 27 min
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Continue straight
2.9 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US-70 West: Hot Springs
24.6 mi · 31 min
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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 Ward and Hot Springs.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
US-70 West
Take the exit slight right toward US-70 West: Hot Springs
24.6 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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny leaving Ward and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny near Hot Springs.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ward to Hot Springs?
The road trip is about 82.6 miles (133 km) and usually takes 01h 22m 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?
Alexander is a useful midpoint, sitting about 41.3 miles from Ward and 41.4 miles from Hot Springs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 72.5 miles (116.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.1 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 3:46 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.06 one way or $22.12 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny around Ward and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny near Hot Springs.
Stop Ideas Near Alexander
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 Alexander.
Little Rock Union Station
Malvern station
Arkadelphia station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ward and Hot Springs. Straight-line distance: 72.5 mi (116.67 km).
#1 Ward
Township in Lonoke County, Arkansas
| Population | 5,486 |
| Coordinates | 35.0303600, -91.9504200 |
| Altitude | 74 |
| 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: 133 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 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 | $11.06 | $22.12 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $12.44 | $24.87 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $13.50 | $27.01 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $15.81 | $31.62 |
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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