Origin
Batesville, AR
Evening in Batesville on Sunday
Local time
8:43 PM
CDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Batesville, AR to Hot Springs, AR
Drive Time
2h 50m
Distance
146 mi
235 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 40m
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6 AM
2h 51m
8 AM
3h 13m
10 AM
2h 58m
12 PM
2h 56m
3 PM
2h 59m
5 PM
3h 11m
8 PM
2h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Batesville, AR
Mark Stebnicki
Hot Springs, AR
Siarhei Nester
Trip Overview
Traveling from Batesville to Hot Springs covers 146.2 miles through the heart of Arkansas. You can expect to spend approximately 2 hours and 24 minutes behind the wheel, making this a very manageable one-day excursion. Budget roughly $22 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Southeast locations. Because the trip duration is relatively short, you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay unless you prefer a slower pace. Navigating this route involves a combination of Batesville Boulevard and I-30 West, eventually heading toward the Texarkana direction. It is a straightforward trek that serves as an efficient connection between these two cities.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
73 miles from Batesville, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 25m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive as you navigate your way out of Batesville. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route requires your full attention due to the winding nature of the local roads. While you will eventually merge onto I-30 West, the journey feels more like an active, engaged drive than a passive highway cruise. There is no significant highway-only percentage here, meaning you will be dealing with varied road conditions throughout the 146.2-mile distance. Prepare for a dynamic experience that shifts from local thoroughfares to busier transit corridors as you transition toward your final destination.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 167 is the longest continuous segment at about 60.1 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
759 ft
226 ft
Total Climb
854 ft
Total Descent
717 ft
Highest Point
759 ft
~133.8 mi in
Elevation Range
533 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 167 and Batesville Boulevard. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 33.4 miles in near US 167.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h 50m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 33.4 miles (US 167): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 88.6 miles (I 40; US 167): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 89.5 miles (US 167): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
33.4 mi into trip
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~45m in
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US 167
Take the exit onto US 167
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
3
88.6 mi into trip
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~1h 41m in
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I 40; US 167
Merge onto I 40; US 167
Merge point - match speed before joining
5
89.5 mi into trip
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~1h 42m in
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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...
8
94.4 mi into trip
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~1h 49m in
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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
4
121.5 mi into trip
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~2h 19m in
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US 70
Take the exit onto US 70 toward US-70 West: Hot Springs
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward US-70 West: Hot Springs
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Batesville, AR to Hot Springs, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Texarkana along the way.
Texarkana
94.4 mi in
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~1h 49m
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via I 30; US 67
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 167 | 60.1 mi | 1h 3m |
| Batesville Boulevard | 32.9 mi | 43m |
| I 30 | 27 mi | 29m |
| US 70 | 24.6 mi | 31m |
| I 40 | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| South Saint Louis Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| West Grand Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
US 167
— 60.1 mi, about 1h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Batesville, AR and Hot Springs, AR.
1
Start on US 167; AR 25
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Saint Louis Street
2
Continue on US 167; AR 25
33 mi
·
43 min
·
Batesville Boulevard
3
Take the exit onto US 167
55 mi
·
56 min
·
US 167
4
Merge onto I 40; US 167
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
I 40; US 167
5
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
6
Keep slight right at fork onto I 30; US 67
24 mi
·
26 min
·
I 30; US 67
Exit 138
Toward Texarkana
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on I 30; US 70
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
I 30; US 70
8
Take the exit onto US 70
25 mi
·
31 min
·
US 70
Toward US-70 West: Hot Springs
9
Arrive at destination
US 70B; US 270B
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the benefit of total schedule flexibility. If you want to avoid the heaviest traffic, try to depart early in the morning to keep your 2-hour and 24-minute travel time predictable. Because there are no designated stops required for this 146.2-mile stretch, you can easily complete the entire journey in one go without needing a formal itinerary break. Keep your $22 fuel budget in mind when planning your departure, and ensure your vehicle is ready for a route that demands more frequent steering input than standard highway driving. Take your time on the turn-heavy local sections, as these stretches are where you will spend the majority of your focus during the drive.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 73 miles from Batesville, AR, or about 1h 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 60.1 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 80 miles or 1h 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 73 miles or 1h 25m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 17m
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 Batesville, 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 Batesville, AR
This is one driving day of about 146 miles and 2h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Batesville, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US 167 for about 60.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 73 mi from Batesville, AR · 1h 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
73 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 73 miles from Batesville, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 167 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 60.1 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
$22.32 one way
$44.64 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
51 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $24.48 | $48.96 |
| premium | $4.61 | $26.50 | $53.00 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $32.44 | $64.87 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 43.8 | 0 | $15.33 | $7.01 |
| Efficient EV | 36.5 | 0 | $12.77 | $5.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 58.4 | 0 | $20.44 | $9.34 |
Gas CO2
51 kg
EV CO2
17 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
Evening in Hot Springs on Sunday
Local time
8:43 PM
CDT
Current temp
59°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
23 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 50m 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 Batesville, AR to Hot Springs, AR covers 146 miles and takes about 2h 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 167, Batesville Boulevard, 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 73 miles from Batesville, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.32 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 2h 50m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 33.4 miles (US 167): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 88.6 miles (I 40; US 167): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 89.5 miles (US 167): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Batesville, AR to Hot Springs, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Texarkana along the way.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 226 ft to 759 ft elevation with about 854 ft of total climbing.
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