How far is Wrightsville, AR from Hot Springs, AR?
The driving distance from Wrightsville, AR to Hot Springs, AR is about 61.8 miles (99.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 16m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 48.2 miles (77.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 32m 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 16m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Arkansas, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Wrightsville and Hot Springs.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wrightsville and Hot Springs.
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Start on Williams Avenue
17 m · 8 sec · Williams Avenue
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Turn left onto State Highway 365
6.3 mi · 9 min · State Highway 365
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At the end of the road, turn right
2.6 mi · 5 min
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Take the ramp right
2013 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left onto East Belt Freeway
1.3 mi · 1 min · East Belt Freeway
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Continue straight
23.7 mi · 26 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 Wrightsville and Hot Springs.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Wrightsville and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Hot Springs.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Wrightsville to Hot Springs?
The road trip is about 61.8 miles (99.4 km) and usually takes 01h 16m 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?
Benton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 30.9 miles from Wrightsville and 30.9 miles from Hot Springs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 48.2 miles (77.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.6 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 3:58 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.26 one way or $16.51 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Wrightsville and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Hot Springs.
Stop Ideas Near Benton
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 Benton.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wrightsville and Hot Springs. Straight-line distance: 48.19 mi (77.56 km).
#1 Wrightsville
City in Pulaski County, Arkansas, United States
| Population | 2,054 |
| Coordinates | 34.6023200, -92.2168100 |
| Altitude | 78 |
| 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: 99 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 46m |
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 | $8.26 | $16.51 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $9.28 | $18.57 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $10.08 | $20.17 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $11.80 | $23.61 |
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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