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Drive Time
2h 9m
Distance
91.9 mi
148 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
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Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hot Springs, AR
Jimmy Liao
Johnson, AR
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The drive from Hot Springs, AR to Johnson, AR covers 91.9 miles and takes about 2h 9m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on AR 7, AR 22, 4th Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 45.1 miles on AR 7. At current regular gas prices, budget about $13.88 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
45.9 miles from Hot Springs, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 54m into the drive .
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This is a 2h 9m highway drive covering 91.9 miles, with most of the trip on AR 7 and AR 22. The longest continuous stretch is about 45.1 miles on AR 7.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on AR 7 and AR 22. 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.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Hot Springs, AR to Johnson, AR is easy. At 2h 9m with 70% 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 7.3 miles (AR 7): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 52.2 miles (AR 7): Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto AR 7 / Central Avenue
Navigation decision point
Enter roundabout onto AR 7
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
At end of road, turn right onto AR 7
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn left onto AR 7; AR 10 / South Scenic 7 Drive
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto Old Military Road
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| AR 7 | 45.1 mi | 51m |
| AR 22 | 19 mi | 28m |
| 4th Street | 14.4 mi | 16m |
| Park Avenue | 6.2 mi | 9m |
| Dublin Road | 3.4 mi | 13m |
| Central Avenue | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Henderson Road | 1 mi | 3m |
| Old Military Road | 1 mi | 3m |
Step-by-step road directions between Hot Springs, AR and Johnson, AR.
Start on US 70B; US 270B
Turn right onto AR 7
Continue on AR 7
Enter roundabout onto AR 7
Continue on AR 7
At end of road, turn right onto AR 7
At end of road, turn left onto AR 7; AR 10
Continue on AR 7
Continue on AR 7
Continue on AR 22
Turn right onto Old Military Road
Continue on Old Military Road
Continue on Old Military Road
Turn right onto Dublin Road
Turn right onto Henderson Road
Turn right onto AR 197
Arrive at destination
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.
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 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.9 miles or 54m 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 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Johnson, AR than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Hot Springs, AR so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 91.9 miles and 2h 9m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 45.9 mi from Hot Springs, AR · 54m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
46 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 45.9 miles from Hot Springs, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Johnson, 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 Johnson, AR.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$13.88 one way
$27.76 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $15.24 | $30.47 |
| premium | $4.56 | $16.49 | $32.99 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.29 | $40.58 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.6 | 0 | $9.65 | $4.41 |
| Efficient EV | 23 | 0 | $8.04 | $3.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36.8 | 0 | $12.87 | $5.88 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Hot Springs on Wednesday
Local time
4:38 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Mostly Cloudy
Destination
Late night in Johnson on Wednesday
Local time
4:38 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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