Fayetteville, Arkansas to Hot Springs: Road Trip Guide & Distance

124.3 miles 200.1 km · straight line
155.4 miles estimated 250.1 km · driving distance
3h 8min estimated drive time
$15 - $18 estimated fuel cost
~45min flight time
150° SSE bearing direction

How far is Fayetteville, Arkansas from Hot Springs?

The distance from Fayetteville, Arkansas to Hot Springs is 124.3 miles (200.1 km) as the crow flies. Hot Springs is located SSE of Fayetteville, Arkansas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 155.4 miles, taking about 3h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 45min. Both are located in United States.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Fayetteville, Arkansas 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.

How to Get from Fayetteville, Arkansas to Hot Springs

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 8min $15 - $18 Flexible stops
Fly ~45min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 46min $12–$23* Budget
Train ~2h 59min $19–$54* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Fayetteville, Arkansas & Hot Springs

Quick Facts

Fayetteville, Arkansas
36.06°N, 94.16°W
America/Chicago
427m 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 41 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 200.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients