Detroit to Hot Springs: Road Trip Guide & Distance

764.5 miles 1230.4 km · straight line
913 miles actual route 1469.4 km · driving distance
16h 52min estimated drive time
$88 - $108 estimated fuel cost
~2h 2min flight time
228° SW bearing direction

How far is Detroit from Hot Springs?

The distance from Detroit to Hot Springs is 764.5 miles (1230.4 km) as the crow flies. Hot Springs is located SW of Detroit. By car, the driving distance is approximately 913 miles, taking about 16h 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 2min. Both are located in United States — Detroit in Michigan 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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Detroit 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 Detroit to Hot Springs

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 16h 52min $88 - $108 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~20h 14min $73–$137* Budget
Train ~21h 56min $110–$320* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Detroit & Hot Springs

Quick Facts

Detroit
42.33°N, 83.05°W
America/Detroit
183m 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 255 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 64 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 32.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM