Origin
Ashdown, AR
Afternoon in Ashdown on Thursday
Local time
3:14 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ashdown, AR to Hot Springs, AR
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 16m
Distance
120 mi
193 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 7m
★
6 AM
2h 16m
8 AM
2h 35m
10 AM
2h 23m
12 PM
2h 21m
3 PM
2h 24m
5 PM
2h 34m
8 PM
2h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ashdown, AR
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Hot Springs, AR
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Trip Overview
The drive from Ashdown, AR to Hot Springs, AR covers 120 miles and takes about 2h 16m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Purple Heart Trail, Valley Street, North Constitution Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 70.6 miles on Purple Heart Trail. At current regular gas prices, budget about $18.12 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
60 miles from Ashdown, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 9m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 16m. Total distance: 120 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (6%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 16m drive with frequent turns across 120 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Purple Heart Trail is the longest continuous segment at about 70.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 59; US 71; AR 32B / North Constitution Avenue.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Ashdown, AR to Hot Springs, AR is easy. At 2h 16m with 6% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 59; US 71; AR 32B / North Constitution Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 11.3 miles (County Road 2320): Navigation decision point; at 18.3 miles (I 30 / Purple Heart Trail): Merge point - match speed before joining.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 59; US 71; AR 32B / North Constitution Avenue
Turn left onto US 59; US 71; AR 32B / North Constitution Avenue
Navigation decision point
3
11.3 mi into trip
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~15m in
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County Road 2320
Turn left onto County Road 2320
Navigation decision point
3
18.3 mi into trip
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~27m in
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I 30 / Purple Heart Trail
Merge onto I 30 / Purple Heart Trail
Merge point - match speed before joining
5
88.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 38m in
Take the exit toward AR 7: Caddo Valley, Hot Springs
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward AR 7: Caddo Valley, Hot Springs
4
119.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 15m in
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US 70B; US 270B / West Grand Avenue
Turn right onto US 70B; US 270B / West Grand Avenue
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Purple Heart Trail | 70.6 mi | 1h 10m |
| Valley Street | 30.8 mi | 36m |
| North Constitution Avenue | 11.3 mi | 15m |
| State Highway 108 | 6.6 mi | 11m |
| West Grand Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| County Road 2320 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Purple Heart Trail
— 70.6 mi, about 1h 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ashdown, AR and Hot Springs, AR.
1
Start on East Main Street
83 ft
·
9 sec
·
East Main Street
2
Turn left onto US 59; US 71; AR 32B
11 mi
·
15 min
·
North Constitution Avenue
3
Turn left onto County Road 2320
189 ft
·
5 sec
·
County Road 2320
4
Continue on AR 108
6.6 mi
·
11 min
·
State Highway 108
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
6
Merge onto I 30
71 mi
·
1 hr 10 min
·
Purple Heart Trail
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward AR 7: Caddo Valley, Hot Springs
8
Continue on AR 7
31 mi
·
36 min
·
Valley Street
9
Turn right onto US 70B; US 270B
370 ft
·
11 sec
·
West Grand Avenue
10
Continue on US 70B; US 270B
348 ft
·
12 sec
·
West Grand Avenue
11
Arrive at destination
US 70B; US 270B
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 60 miles from Ashdown, AR, or about 1h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 70.6 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 26 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 60 miles or 1h 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hot Springs, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Ashdown, AR so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Ashdown, AR
This is one driving day of about 120 miles and 2h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Ashdown, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Purple Heart Trail for about 70.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 60 mi from Ashdown, AR · 1h 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
60 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 60 miles from Ashdown, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Purple Heart Trail if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 70.6 miles.
Arriving in Hot Springs, AR
The final approach into Hot Springs, AR usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Hot Springs, AR.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.12 one way
$36.25 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
42 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $19.89 | $39.79 |
| premium | $4.56 | $21.54 | $43.08 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $26.49 | $52.99 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 36 | 0 | $12.60 | $5.76 |
| Efficient EV | 30 | 0 | $10.50 | $4.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 48 | 0 | $16.80 | $7.68 |
Gas CO2
42 kg
EV CO2
14 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Hot Springs, AR
Afternoon in Hot Springs on Thursday
Local time
3:14 PM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
1 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 16m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Ashdown, AR to Hot Springs, AR covers 120 miles and takes about 2h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Purple Heart Trail, Valley Street, North Constitution Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 60 miles from Ashdown, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.12 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Ashdown, AR to Hot Springs, AR is easy. At 2h 16m with 6% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 59; US 71; AR 32B / North Constitution Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 11.3 miles (County Road 2320): Navigation decision point; at 18.3 miles (I 30 / Purple Heart Trail): Merge point - match speed before joining.
The route from Ashdown, AR to Hot Springs, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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