The drive from Centerton, AR to Hot Springs, AR covers 214.7 miles and takes about 3h 58m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 49, I 40, South State Highway 7 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 65.7 miles on I 49.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $32.42 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.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
107.4 miles from Centerton, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 53m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 58m. Total distance: 214.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
This is a 3h 58m highway drive covering 214.7 miles, with most of the trip on I 49 and I 40. The longest continuous stretch is about 65.7 miles on I 49.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 49 is the longest continuous segment at about 65.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 49 and I 40. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near AR 102B / North Main Street.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 58m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (AR 102B / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 6 miles (US 62; AR 12): Lane positioning matters here; at 71.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip|~0m in|AR 102B / North Main Street
Turn right onto AR 102B / North Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
6 mi into trip|~9m in|US 62; AR 12
Take the ramp onto US 62; AR 12
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
71.9 mi into trip|~1h 18m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 40 East: Alma, Little Rock
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 40 East: Alma, Little Rock
5
137.4 mi into trip|~2h 23m in
Take the exit toward US 64
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 78
Toward US 64
4
137.7 mi into trip|~2h 24m in|US 64
Turn left onto US 64
Navigation decision point
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 Centerton, AR to Hot Springs, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Little Rock along the way.
Little Rock
71.9 mi in|~1h 18m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 49
65.7 mi
1h 8m
I 40
64.9 mi
1h 4m
South State Highway 7
44.8 mi
50m
AR 7 South
14.4 mi
16m
Park Avenue
6.2 mi
9m
South Arkansas Avenue
4.9 mi
5m
West Main Street
3.1 mi
4m
Southwest 14th Street
2.3 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
I 49
— 65.7 mi, about 1h 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Centerton, AR and Hot Springs, AR.
1
Start on West Spring Street
91 ft·5 sec·West Spring Street
2
Turn right onto AR 102B
492 ft·17 sec·North Main Street
3
Turn left onto AR 102
1.9 mi·2 min·East Centerton Boulevard
4
Continue on AR 102
2.3 mi·3 min·Southwest 14th Street
5
Continue on AR 102
1.6 mi·2 min·Southeast 14th Street
Use the right lane.
6
Take the ramp onto US 62; AR 12
0.2 mi·14 sec·US 62; AR 12
Use the right lane.
7
Continue on I 49; US 62; US 71; AR 12
66 mi·1 hr 8 min·I 49; US 62; US 71; AR 12
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi·49 sec
Toward I 40 East: Alma, Little Rock
9
Merge onto I 40; US 71
65 mi·1 hr 4 min·I 40; US 71
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi·43 sec
Exit 78Toward US 64
11
Turn left onto US 64
1.6 mi·2 min·US 64
12
Continue on US 64; Hwy 326
3.1 mi·4 min·West Main Street
13
Turn right onto AR 7
4.9 mi·5 min·South Arkansas Avenue
14
At end of road, turn left onto AR 7
0.2 mi·29 sec·North State Highway 7
15
Continue on AR 7
14 mi·16 min·AR 7 South
16
Continue on AR 7; AR 10
0.3 mi·24 sec·South Scenic 7 Drive
17
Turn right onto AR 7
0.2 mi·17 sec·AR 7
18
Turn left onto AR 7
45 mi·50 min·South State Highway 7
19
Enter roundabout onto AR 7
98 ft·1 sec·Park Avenue
20
Continue on AR 7
6.1 mi·9 min·Park Avenue
21
Continue on AR 7
1.1 mi·1 min·Central Avenue
22
Turn left onto US 70B; US 270B
429 ft·20 sec·West Grand Avenue
23
Continue on US 70B; US 270B
348 ft·12 sec·West Grand Avenue
24
Arrive at destination
US 70B; US 270B
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 107.4 miles from Centerton, AR, or about 1h 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 65.7 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 47 miles or 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 107.4 miles or 1h 53m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 11m
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 Centerton, 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 Centerton, AR
This is one driving day of about 214.7 miles and 3h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 47 miles from Centerton, 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 I 49 for about 65.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 107.4 mi from Centerton, AR
· 1h 53m 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...
1 mi from route
~4 min detour
Free
near mile 212.1
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$32.42 one way
$64.85 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg75 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$35.59
$71.19
premium
$4.56
$38.54
$77.07
diesel
$5.61
$47.40
$94.81
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$32
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 75.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
64.4
0
$22.54
$10.31
Efficient EV
53.7
0
$18.79
$8.59
EV Truck/SUV
85.9
1
$30.06
$13.74
Gas CO2
75 kg
EV CO2
25 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Centerton, AR
Morning
in Centerton on Saturday
Local time
7:37 AM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Hot Springs, AR
Morning
in Hot Springs on Saturday
Local time
7:37 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
2 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 58m 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 Centerton, AR to Hot Springs, AR covers 214.7 miles and takes about 3h 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 49, I 40, South State Highway 7. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 107.4 miles from Centerton, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $32.42 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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 3h 58m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (AR 102B / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 6 miles (US 62; AR 12): Lane positioning matters here; at 71.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Centerton, AR to Hot Springs, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Little Rock along the way.
