The drive from Paris, AR to Hot Springs, AR covers 100.9 miles and takes about 2h 13m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South State Highway 7, AR 309, East 8th Street for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 44.8 miles on South State Highway 7.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $15.24 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
50.5 miles from Paris, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 13m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 13m. Total distance: 100.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
This is a 2h 13m highway drive covering 100.9 miles, with most of the trip on South State Highway 7 and AR 309. The longest continuous stretch is about 44.8 miles on South State Highway 7.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South State Highway 7 is the longest continuous segment at about 44.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on South State Highway 7 and AR 309. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near AR 309.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Paris, AR to Hot Springs, AR is easy. At 2h 13m with 80% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (AR 309): Navigation decision point; at 27.8 miles (AR 10 / East Broadway): Navigation decision point; at 37.1 miles (AR 10 / East 8th Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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1 mi into trip|~2m in|AR 309
Turn left onto AR 309
Navigation decision point
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27.8 mi into trip|~40m in|AR 10 / East Broadway
Turn left onto AR 10 / East Broadway
Navigation decision point
3
37.1 mi into trip|~54m in|AR 10 / East 8th Street
Turn left onto AR 10 / East 8th Street
Navigation decision point
4
48.1 mi into trip|~1h 10m in|AR 7; AR 10 / South Scenic 7 Drive
Turn right onto AR 7; AR 10 / South Scenic 7 Drive
Navigation decision point
4
93.5 mi into trip|~2h 2m in|AR 7 / Park Avenue
Enter roundabout onto AR 7 / Park Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
South State Highway 7
44.8 mi
50m
AR 309
26.8 mi
37m
East 8th Street
11.1 mi
16m
West State Highway 10
8.7 mi
12m
Park Avenue
6.2 mi
9m
Central Avenue
1.1 mi
1m
South Elm Street
1 mi
2m
East Broadway
0.5 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
South State Highway 7
— 44.8 mi, about 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Paris, AR and Hot Springs, AR.
1
Start on AR 309
1.0 mi·2 min·South Elm Street
2
Turn left onto AR 309
27 mi·37 min·AR 309
3
Turn left onto AR 10
0.5 mi·48 sec·East Broadway
4
Continue on AR 10
8.7 mi·12 min·West State Highway 10
5
Turn left onto AR 10
11 mi·16 min·East 8th Street
6
Turn right onto AR 7; AR 10
0.3 mi·24 sec·South Scenic 7 Drive
7
Turn right onto AR 7
0.2 mi·17 sec·AR 7
8
Turn left onto AR 7
45 mi·50 min·South State Highway 7
9
Enter roundabout onto AR 7
98 ft·1 sec·Park Avenue
10
Continue on AR 7
6.1 mi·9 min·Park Avenue
11
Continue on AR 7
1.1 mi·1 min·Central Avenue
12
Turn left onto US 70B; US 270B
429 ft·20 sec·West Grand Avenue
13
Continue on US 70B; US 270B
348 ft·12 sec·West Grand Avenue
14
Arrive at destination
US 70B; US 270B
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 50.5 miles from Paris, AR, or about 1h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 44.8 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 22 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 50.5 miles or 1h 13m 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 49m
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 Paris, 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 Paris, AR
This is one driving day of about 100.9 miles and 2h 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Paris, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on South State Highway 7 for about 44.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 50.5 mi from Paris, AR
· 1h 13m 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 100.9
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.24 one way
$30.48 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg35 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$16.73
$33.46
premium
$4.56
$18.11
$36.22
diesel
$5.61
$22.28
$44.55
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
4 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: excellent
Gregg Orr Cadillac Of Hot Springs
Hot Springs, AR
EV Connect
2 DCFC
FRANKLINS 3-4 FRANKLIN HS2
Hot Springs, AR
ChargePoint Network
1 DCFC
FRANKLINS 3-4 FRANKLIN HS1
Hot Springs, AR
ChargePoint Network
1 DCFC
ZAP HELIOS ZAP LLC
Hot Springs, AR
ChargePoint Network
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Network: 3
EV Connect: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
30.3
0
$10.59
$4.84
Efficient EV
25.2
0
$8.83
$4.04
EV Truck/SUV
40.4
0
$14.13
$6.46
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Paris, AR
Afternoon
in Paris on Friday
Local time
3:34 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Hot Springs, AR
Afternoon
in Hot Springs on Friday
Local time
3:34 PM
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 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 13m 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 Paris, AR to Hot Springs, AR covers 100.9 miles and takes about 2h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South State Highway 7, AR 309, East 8th Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 50.5 miles from Paris, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.24 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 Paris, AR to Hot Springs, AR is easy. At 2h 13m with 80% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (AR 309): Navigation decision point; at 27.8 miles (AR 10 / East Broadway): Navigation decision point; at 37.1 miles (AR 10 / East 8th Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Paris, AR to Hot Springs, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
