Hot Springs to The Colony: Road Trip Guide & Distance

240.7 miles 387.4 km · straight line
300.9 miles estimated 484.3 km · driving distance
6h 3min estimated drive time
$29 - $36 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
247° WSW bearing direction

How far is Hot Springs from The Colony?

The distance from Hot Springs to The Colony is 240.7 miles (387.4 km) as the crow flies. The Colony is located WSW of Hot Springs. By car, the driving distance is approximately 300.9 miles, taking about 6h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in United States — Hot Springs in Arkansas and The Colony in Texas.

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. 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 Hot Springs and The Colony. 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 The Colony

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 3min $29 - $36 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 16min $24–$45* Budget
Train ~5h 45min $36–$105* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hot Springs & The Colony

Quick Facts

Hot Springs
34.50°N, 93.06°W
America/Chicago
180m elevation
The Colony
33.09°N, 96.89°W
America/Chicago
180m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 80 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 103.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients