Origin
Hot Springs, AR
Afternoon in Hot Springs on Thursday
Local time
3:13 PM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hot Springs, AR to Ashdown, AR
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 15m
Distance
119.6 mi
192 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 6m
★
6 AM
2h 15m
8 AM
2h 34m
10 AM
2h 22m
12 PM
2h 20m
3 PM
2h 23m
5 PM
2h 33m
8 PM
2h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hot Springs, AR
Jimmy Liao
Ashdown, AR
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Trip Overview
The drive from Hot Springs, AR to Ashdown, AR covers 119.6 miles and takes about 2h 15m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 30, Central Avenue, North State Line Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 70.6 miles on I 30. At current regular gas prices, budget about $18.06 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
59.8 miles from Hot Springs, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 6m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 15m. Total distance: 119.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (64%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 15m highway drive covering 119.6 miles, with most of the trip on I 30 and Central Avenue. The longest continuous stretch is about 70.6 miles on I 30.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 30 is the longest continuous segment at about 70.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 30 and Central Avenue. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near AR 7 / Central Avenue.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Hot Springs, AR to Ashdown, AR is easy. At 2h 15m with 64% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (AR 7 / Central Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 101.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 101.9 miles (AR 108 / State Highway 108): Navigation decision point.
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 mi into trip
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~0m in
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AR 7 / Central Avenue
Turn left onto AR 7 / Central Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
101.6 mi into trip
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~1h 47m in
Take the exit toward AR 108: Mandeville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward AR 108: Mandeville
4
101.9 mi into trip
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~1h 48m in
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AR 108 / State Highway 108
Turn right onto AR 108 / State Highway 108
Navigation decision point
4
108.2 mi into trip
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~1h 59m in
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US 59; US 71 / North State Line Avenue
Turn right onto US 59; US 71 / North State Line Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
119.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 15m in
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East Main Street
Turn right onto East Main Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 30 | 70.6 mi | 1h 10m |
| Central Avenue | 30.7 mi | 36m |
| North State Line Avenue | 11.3 mi | 15m |
| State Highway 108 | 6.3 mi | 11m |
| East Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| West Grand Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 30
— 70.6 mi, about 1h 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hot Springs, AR and Ashdown, AR.
1
Start on US 70B; US 270B
82 ft
·
8 sec
·
West Grand Avenue
2
Turn left onto AR 7
12 mi
·
15 min
·
Central Avenue
3
Continue on AR 7
19 mi
·
21 min
·
Central Avenue
4
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
5
Merge onto I 30
71 mi
·
1 hr 10 min
·
I 30
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward AR 108: Mandeville
7
Turn right onto AR 108
6.3 mi
·
11 min
·
State Highway 108
8
Turn right onto US 59; US 71
11 mi
·
15 min
·
North State Line Avenue
9
Turn right onto East Main Street
83 ft
·
2 sec
·
East Main Street
10
Arrive at destination
East Main Street
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 59.8 miles from Hot Springs, AR, or about 1h 6m 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 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 59.8 miles or 1h 6m 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 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Ashdown, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hot Springs, 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 Hot Springs, AR
This is one driving day of about 119.6 miles and 2h 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Hot Springs, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 30 for about 70.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 59.8 mi from Hot Springs, AR · 1h 6m 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 59.8 miles from Hot Springs, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 30 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 70.6 miles.
Arriving in Ashdown, AR
The final approach into Ashdown, 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 Ashdown, 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
$18.06 one way
$36.12 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
42 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $19.83 | $39.66 |
| premium | $4.56 | $21.47 | $42.93 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $26.41 | $52.81 |
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: 41.8 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 | 35.9 | 0 | $12.56 | $5.74 |
| Efficient EV | 29.9 | 0 | $10.46 | $4.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 47.8 | 0 | $16.74 | $7.65 |
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
Ashdown, AR
Afternoon in Ashdown on Thursday
Local time
3:13 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 15m 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 Hot Springs, AR to Ashdown, AR covers 119.6 miles and takes about 2h 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 30, Central Avenue, North State Line Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 59.8 miles from Hot Springs, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.06 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 Hot Springs, AR to Ashdown, AR is easy. At 2h 15m with 64% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (AR 7 / Central Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 101.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 101.9 miles (AR 108 / State Highway 108): Navigation decision point.
The route from Hot Springs, AR to Ashdown, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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