Carbondale to Hot Springs: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Carbondale from Hot Springs?

The distance from Carbondale to Hot Springs is 309 miles (497.3 km) as the crow flies. Hot Springs is located SW of Carbondale. By car, the driving distance is approximately 386.2 miles, taking about 7h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 7min. Both are located in United States — Carbondale in Illinois 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 Carbondale 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.