Origin
Tennessee, AR
Evening in Tennessee on Sunday
Local time
6:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Tennessee, AR to Hot Springs, AR
Drive Time
2h 13m
Distance
113.5 mi
183 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 4m
★
6 AM
2h 14m
8 AM
2h 32m
10 AM
2h 20m
12 PM
2h 18m
3 PM
2h 21m
5 PM
2h 31m
8 PM
2h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hot Springs, AR
Siarhei Nester
Trip Overview
Traveling from Tennessee to Hot Springs covers 113.5 miles through the Southeast region of Arkansas. Expect a drive time of approximately 2 hours and 13 minutes, making this an ideal candidate for a one-day trip. You will navigate via Highway 11, Highway 530, and I-530 North to reach your destination. Budgeting around $15 for fuel should keep you covered for the journey. Since the duration is relatively short, you can comfortably complete the trip in a single day without needing an overnight stay. This route is best suited for those who prefer navigating local roads over long-distance interstate travel.
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
56.7 miles from Tennessee, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 6m into the drive .
Drive Character
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route features a 0% highway share, meaning you will spend the entire 113.5-mile journey on local roads rather than high-speed interstates. There is no single long stretch of road here, as the longest uninterrupted segment on Highway 11 is 0 miles. You should anticipate a dynamic driving experience that requires frequent adjustments and careful navigation. The personality of this trip is defined by its winding local character rather than the ease of a major highway corridor.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Highway 11 is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Tennessee, AR to Hot Springs, AR is easy. At 2h 13m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Tennessee, AR to Hot Springs, AR is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Highway 11 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 530 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 530 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Wiley A Branton Sr Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Sheridan Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East 3rd Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 270 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 270 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Highway 11
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tennessee, AR and Hot Springs, AR.
1
Start on Tennessee Spur Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Tennessee Spur Road
2
Turn right
2.7 mi
·
4 min
3
Turn left
16 mi
·
20 min
4
Turn left onto Highway 11
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Highway 11
5
Turn right onto Highway 530
23 mi
·
27 min
·
Highway 530
6
Keep slight left to continue on I 530 North, US 65 North
0.6 mi
·
39 sec
·
I 530 North, US 65 North
7
Merge slight left onto Wiley A Branton Sr Highway
9.7 mi
·
11 min
·
Wiley A Branton Sr Highway
8
Take the exit slight right
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
9
Keep slight left
299 ft
·
12 sec
10
Turn left onto Sheridan Road
32 mi
·
37 min
·
Sheridan Road
11
Continue on East 3rd Street
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
East 3rd Street
12
Continue on US Highway 270
12 mi
·
14 min
·
US Highway 270
13
Take the exit left
1.4 mi
·
1 min
14
Take the exit slight right toward US 270 West: Hot Springs
17 mi
·
22 min
·
US 270 West: Hot Springs
15
Turn left onto East Grand Avenue
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
East Grand Avenue
16
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Because this is a technical, turn-heavy drive, starting your journey during daylight hours is highly recommended to ensure better visibility on local roads. Since there are zero planned stops in the data, you should map out your own breaks in advance to stay refreshed behind the wheel. Keep in mind that the nature of these local highways means your travel time may fluctuate based on traffic conditions. Given the $15 fuel estimate, topping off your tank before you leave Tennessee will help you avoid searching for stations along the more rural segments of the route. Use the flexibility of this short drive to set your own pace and enjoy the local scenery at your leisure.
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 56.7 miles from Tennessee, AR, or about 1h 6m into the drive.
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 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 56.7 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 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 Tennessee, 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 Tennessee, AR
This is one driving day of about 113.5 miles and 2h 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Tennessee, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 56.7 mi from Tennessee, AR · 1h 6m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
57 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 56.7 miles from Tennessee, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.35 one way
$34.70 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
40 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $19.03 | $38.06 |
| premium | $4.61 | $20.60 | $41.20 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $25.22 | $50.43 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 39.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 34.1 | 0 | $11.92 | $5.45 |
| Efficient EV | 28.4 | 0 | $9.93 | $4.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 45.4 | 0 | $15.89 | $7.26 |
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (68% 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
Hot Springs, AR
Evening in Hot Springs on Sunday
Local time
6:26 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
5 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 Tennessee, AR to Hot Springs, AR covers 113.5 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 Highway 11, Highway 530, I 530 North. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 56.7 miles from Tennessee, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.35 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 Tennessee, AR to Hot Springs, AR is easy. At 2h 13m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Tennessee, AR to Hot Springs, AR is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Tennessee, AR to Hot Springs, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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