Elizabethtown to Hot Springs: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Elizabethtown from Hot Springs?

The distance from Elizabethtown to Hot Springs is 458 miles (737.1 km) as the crow flies. Hot Springs is located WSW of Elizabethtown. By car, the driving distance is approximately 549.6 miles, taking about 11h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 25min. Both are located in United States — Elizabethtown in Kentucky 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 Elizabethtown 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.