The drive from Augusta, AR to Hot Springs, AR covers 126 miles and takes about 2h 26m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 57, US 64, I 30 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 28.1 miles on I 57.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $17.11 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
63 miles from Augusta, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 11m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 26m. Total distance: 126 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
This is a 2h 26m highway drive covering 126 miles, with most of the trip on I 57 and US 64. The longest continuous stretch is about 28.1 miles on I 57.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 57 is the longest continuous segment at about 28.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and US 64. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near US 64B; AR 33B / Magnolia.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 26m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (US 64B; AR 33B / Magnolia): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (US 64 / Shell Street): Navigation decision point; at 13.4 miles (US 64): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0.5 mi into trip|~0m in|US 64B; AR 33B / Magnolia
At end of road, turn right onto US 64B; AR 33B / Magnolia
Navigation decision point
5
0.9 mi into trip|~1m in|US 64 / Shell Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 64 / Shell Street
Navigation decision point
4
13.4 mi into trip|~20m in|US 64
Take the exit onto US 64
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
5
69.6 mi into trip|~1h 18m in|US 167
Take the exit onto US 167 toward I 30 West, US 65 South, US 67 South, US 167 South: Little Rock
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 30 West, US 65 South, US 67 South, US...
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74.5 mi into trip|~1h 25m in|I 30; US 67
Keep slight right at fork onto I 30; US 67 toward Texarkana
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 138
Toward Texarkana
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Augusta, AR to Hot Springs, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Texarkana along the way.
Texarkana
74.5 mi in|~1h 25m|via I 30; US 67
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 57
28.1 mi
29m
US 64
27.1 mi
27m
I 30
27 mi
29m
US 70
24.6 mi
31m
United States Highway 64
9.5 mi
14m
US 167
4.9 mi
6m
Shell Street
3 mi
4m
I 40
0.9 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 28.1 mi, about 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Augusta, AR and Hot Springs, AR.
1
Start on AR 33B
0.5 mi·54 sec·South 3rd Street
2
At end of road, turn right onto US 64B; AR 33B
0.1 mi·13 sec·Magnolia
3
Continue on US 64B; AR 33B
0.3 mi·32 sec·North 5th Street
4
At end of road, turn left onto US 64
3.0 mi·4 min·Shell Street
5
Continue on US 64
9.5 mi·14 min·United States Highway 64
6
Take the exit onto US 64
27 mi·27 min·US 64
7
Continue on I 57; US 167
28 mi·29 min·I 57; US 167
8
Merge onto I 40; US 167
0.9 mi·1 min·I 40; US 167
9
Take the exit onto US 167
4.9 mi·6 min·US 167
Toward I 30 West, US 65 South, US 67 South, US 167 South: Little Rock
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 30; US 67
24 mi·26 min·I 30; US 67
Exit 138Toward TexarkanaUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on I 30; US 70
2.9 mi·3 min·I 30; US 70
12
Take the exit onto US 70
25 mi·31 min·US 70
Toward US-70 West: Hot Springs
13
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 63 miles from Augusta, AR, or about 1h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 28.1 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 28 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 63 miles or 1h 11m 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 57m
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 Augusta, 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 Augusta, AR
This is one driving day of about 126 miles and 2h 26m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from Augusta, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 57 for about 28.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 63 mi from Augusta, AR
· 1h 11m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Hot Springs National Park
National Park
Hot Springs National Park has a rich cultural past. The grand architecture of our historic bathhouses is equally matched by the natural curiosities that have been drawing people here for hundreds of y...
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
37.8
0
$13.23
$6.05
Efficient EV
31.5
0
$11.02
$5.04
EV Truck/SUV
50.4
0
$17.64
$8.06
Gas CO2
44 kg
EV CO2
15 kg (66% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Augusta, AR
Morning
in Augusta on Saturday
Local time
7:07 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Hot Springs, AR
Morning
in Hot Springs on Saturday
Local time
7:07 AM
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
4 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 26m 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 Augusta, AR to Hot Springs, AR covers 126 miles and takes about 2h 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 57, US 64, I 30. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 63 miles from Augusta, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.11 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.
This is a straightforward 2h 26m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (US 64B; AR 33B / Magnolia): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (US 64 / Shell Street): Navigation decision point; at 13.4 miles (US 64): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
On the drive from Augusta, AR to Hot Springs, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Texarkana along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
