Hot Springs to Monroe, Louisiana: Road Trip Guide & Distance

147.9 miles 238.1 km · straight line
184.9 miles estimated 297.6 km · driving distance
3h 43min estimated drive time
$18 - $22 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
158° SSE bearing direction

How far is Hot Springs from Monroe, Louisiana?

The distance from Hot Springs to Monroe, Louisiana is 147.9 miles (238.1 km) as the crow flies. Monroe, Louisiana is located SSE of Hot Springs. By car, the driving distance is approximately 184.9 miles, taking about 3h 43min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. Both are located in United States — Hot Springs in Arkansas and Monroe, Louisiana in Louisiana.

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 Hot Springs and Monroe, Louisiana. 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 Hot Springs to Monroe, Louisiana

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 43min $18 - $22 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 28min $15–$28* Budget
Train ~3h 32min $22–$65* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hot Springs & Monroe, Louisiana

Quick Facts

Hot Springs
34.50°N, 93.06°W
America/Chicago
180m elevation
Monroe, Louisiana
32.51°N, 92.12°W
America/Chicago
23m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 49 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 168.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients