Atlanta to Hot Springs: Road Trip Guide & Distance

498.3 miles 801.9 km · straight line
569 miles actual route 915.7 km · driving distance
10h 26min estimated drive time
$55 - $67 estimated fuel cost
~1h 30min flight time
278° W bearing direction

How far is Atlanta from Hot Springs?

The distance from Atlanta to Hot Springs is 498.3 miles (801.9 km) as the crow flies. Hot Springs is located W of Atlanta. By car, the driving distance is approximately 569 miles, taking about 10h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 30min. Both are located in United States — Atlanta in Georgia and Hot Springs in Arkansas.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Atlanta and Hot Springs. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Atlanta to Hot Springs

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 10h 26min $55 - $67 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 30min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~12h 31min $46–$85* Budget
Train ~13h 34min $68–$199* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Atlanta & Hot Springs

Quick Facts

Atlanta
33.75°N, 84.39°W
America/New_York
320m 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 166 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 42 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 50 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM