Albany, Georgia to Hot Springs: Road Trip Guide & Distance

553.4 miles 890.6 km · straight line
664.1 miles estimated 1068.7 km · driving distance
13h 22min estimated drive time
$64 - $79 estimated fuel cost
~1h 37min flight time
294° WNW bearing direction

How far is Albany, Georgia from Hot Springs?

The distance from Albany, Georgia to Hot Springs is 553.4 miles (890.6 km) as the crow flies. Hot Springs is located WNW of Albany, Georgia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 664.1 miles, taking about 13h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 37min. Both are located in United States — Albany, Georgia in Georgia and Hot Springs in Arkansas.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Albany, Georgia and Hot Springs. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Albany, Georgia to Hot Springs

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 22min $64 - $79 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 37min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 2min $53–$100* Budget
Train ~17h 23min $80–$232* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Albany, Georgia & Hot Springs

Quick Facts

Albany, Georgia
31.58°N, 84.16°W
America/New_York
62m elevation
Hot Springs
34.50°N, 93.06°W
America/Chicago
180m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 184 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 46 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 45 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients