Origin
Corning, AR
Evening in Corning on Sunday
Local time
5:05 PM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Corning, AR to Hot Springs, AR
Drive Time
4h 4m
Distance
221.2 mi
356 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$34
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 51m
★
6 AM
4h 4m
8 AM
4h 30m
10 AM
4h 13m
12 PM
4h 11m
3 PM
4h 15m
5 PM
4h 29m
8 PM
3h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Corning, AR
Md Jawadur Rahman
Hot Springs, AR
Siarhei Nester
Trip Overview
Connecting Corning to Hot Springs, this 221.2-mile journey takes you across the heart of Arkansas in approximately 4 hours and 4 minutes. Because the drive is straightforward and manageable in a single day, you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations unless you prefer a slower pace. You should budget about $34 for fuel to cover the trip, which primarily utilizes I-57, West Main Street, and I-30. Both the origin and destination sit within the Southeast region, offering a consistent feel as you traverse the state. Whether you are heading to the springs for relaxation or simply traveling for business, this path provides a reliable, highway-focused connection between two distinct parts of Arkansas.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
110.6 miles from Corning, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is heavily weighted toward highway travel, with 87% of your time spent on high-speed routes. You will settle into a rhythm quickly, as the longest uninterrupted stretch covers 122.9 miles on I-57. While the route transitions from local thoroughfares like West Main Street onto major interstates, the driving experience remains consistent and efficient. Expect a steady, highway-focused drive that favors speed and directness over technical backroads. By focusing on these primary arteries, the route minimizes navigation stress and keeps you moving steadily toward your destination in Hot Springs.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 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 122.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and West Main Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near US 62; US 67 / West Main Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 4m 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 62; US 67 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 40.2 miles (US 67): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 164.8 miles (US 167): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.5 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 62; US 67 / West Main Street
Turn left onto US 62; US 67 / West Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
40.2 mi into trip
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~46m in
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US 67
Keep slight left at fork onto US 67
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
164.8 mi into trip
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~2h 56m 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
169.7 mi into trip
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~3h 3m 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
196.7 mi into trip
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~3h 33m 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 Corning, AR to Hot Springs, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Texarkana along the way.
Texarkana
169.7 mi in
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~3h 3m
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via I 30; US 67
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 57 | 122.9 mi | 2h 7m |
| West Main Street | 27.3 mi | 31m |
| I 30 | 27 mi | 29m |
| US 70 | 24.6 mi | 31m |
| US 67 | 13.1 mi | 15m |
| US 167 | 4.9 mi | 6m |
| I 40 | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| West Elm Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 122.9 mi, about 2h 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Corning, AR and Hot Springs, AR.
1
Start on US 62
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
·
West Elm Street
2
Turn right onto US 62
355 ft
·
13 sec
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South Missouri Avenue
3
Turn left onto US 62; US 67
27 mi
·
31 min
·
West Main Street
4
Continue on US 67; AR 90
12 mi
·
14 min
·
US 67; AR 90
5
Keep slight left at fork onto US 67
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
US 67
6
Continue on I 57
123 mi
·
2 hr 7 min
·
I 57
7
Merge onto I 40; US 167
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
I 40; US 167
8
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
9
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.
10
Continue on I 30; US 70
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
I 30; US 70
11
Take the exit onto US 70
25 mi
·
31 min
·
US 70
Toward US-70 West: Hot Springs
12
Arrive at destination
US 70B; US 270B
Trip Plan
Planning your departure is simple since the drive only requires one strategic stop to break up the 4-hour journey. Aim to leave early in the day to maximize your time once you arrive, especially since the 221.2-mile distance is easily conquered in one go. Keep an eye on your fuel levels before merging onto the longer stretches of I-57, as finding your preferred service station is easier when you plan your single stop in advance. Flexibility is your biggest advantage here, as the predictable nature of the interstate travel allows you to adjust your schedule easily if traffic patterns fluctuate. Since you will be spending the majority of your time on I-57 and I-30, ensure your vehicle is ready for sustained highway speeds.
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 110.6 miles from Corning, AR, or about 2h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 122.9 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 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 110.6 miles or 2h 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 16m
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 Corning, 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 Corning, AR
This is one driving day of about 221.2 miles and 4h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Corning, 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 57 for about 122.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 110.6 mi from Corning, AR · 2h into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
111 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 110.6 miles from Corning, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 57 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 122.9 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.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$33.82 one way
$67.63 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
77 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $37.09 | $74.18 |
| premium | $4.61 | $40.15 | $80.29 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $49.14 | $98.29 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$34
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 77.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 66.4 | 0 | $23.23 | $10.62 |
| Efficient EV | 55.3 | 0 | $19.35 | $8.85 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 88.5 | 1 | $30.97 | $14.16 |
Gas CO2
77 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
5:05 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
4h 4m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Corning, AR to Hot Springs, AR covers 221.2 miles and takes about 4h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 57, West Main Street, 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 110.6 miles from Corning, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $33.82 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 4h 4m 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 62; US 67 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 40.2 miles (US 67): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 164.8 miles (US 167): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Corning, AR to Hot Springs, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Texarkana along the way.
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