Birmingham, Alabama to Hot Springs: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Birmingham, Alabama from Hot Springs?

The distance from Birmingham, Alabama to Hot Springs is 364.4 miles (586.5 km) as the crow flies. Hot Springs is located WNW of Birmingham, Alabama. By car, the driving distance is approximately 437.3 miles, taking about 8h 48min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 14min. Both are located in United States — Birmingham, Alabama in Alabama 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 Birmingham, Alabama 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.