Origin
Hot Springs, AR
Late night in Hot Springs on Sunday
Local time
2:58 AM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hot Springs, AR to Mayflower, AR
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 22m
Distance
69.5 mi
112 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 16m
★
6 AM
1h 23m
8 AM
1h 35m
10 AM
1h 27m
12 PM
1h 26m
3 PM
1h 28m
5 PM
1h 35m
8 PM
1h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hot Springs, AR
Jimmy Liao
Mayflower, AR
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Trip Overview
Hot Springs, AR to Mayflower, AR is 69.5 miles and takes about 1 hour 22 minutes via US 70 and I-40, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Arkansas, moving from the Southeast region to another part of the Southeast. The route offers a straightforward drive with a significant portion on the interstate, making it a practical choice for a quick connection between these two cities. Consider this for an easy day trip or a simple leg of a longer Arkansas adventure.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 70 | 31.3 mi | 35m |
| West Grand Avenue | 24.2 mi | 30m |
| I 40 | 11.5 mi | 11m |
| AR 365 | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Miller Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Mayflower Bypass | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 70
— 31.3 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hot Springs, AR and Mayflower, AR.
1
Start on US 70B; US 270B
82 ft
·
8 sec
·
West Grand Avenue
2
Continue on US 70B; US 270B
24 mi
·
30 min
·
West Grand Avenue
3
Keep slight left at fork onto US 70
18 mi
·
20 min
·
US 70
4
Take the exit onto US 70
13 mi
·
15 min
·
US 70
Exit 129
Toward I 430 North, US 70: Fort Smith
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi
·
49 sec
Exit 13B
Toward I 40 West: Fort Smith, Oklahoma City
6
Merge onto I 40; US 65
12 mi
·
11 min
·
I 40; US 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward AR 89, AR 365: Mayflower
8
Turn left
121 ft
·
3 sec
9
Turn left onto AR 89
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
Mayflower Bypass
10
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
11
Keep slight right at fork
429 ft
·
14 sec
12
At end of road, turn left onto AR 365
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
AR 365
13
Continue on AR 365
158 ft
·
5 sec
·
AR 365
14
Turn right onto Miller Street
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
Miller Street
15
Arrive at destination
Miller Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.7 miles from Hot Springs, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 42.4 and 68.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
42.4 mi into trip
|
~51m in
|
US 70
Take the exit onto US 70 toward I 430 North, US 70: Fort Smith
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 129
Toward I 430 North, US 70: Fort Smith
7
55.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 40 West: Fort Smith, Oklahoma City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 13B
Toward I 40 West: Fort Smith, Oklahoma City
5
56.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
|
I 40; US 65
Merge onto I 40; US 65
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
67.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m in
Take the exit toward AR 89, AR 365: Mayflower
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward AR 89, AR 365: Mayflower
5
68.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.50 one way
$20.99 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $11.52 | $23.04 |
| premium | $4.56 | $12.47 | $24.95 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.34 | $30.69 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.8 | 0 | $7.30 | $3.34 |
| Efficient EV | 17.4 | 0 | $6.08 | $2.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.8 | 0 | $9.73 | $4.45 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Mayflower, AR
Late night in Mayflower on Sunday
Local time
2:58 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 22m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
With 63% of this route on the highway, you'll encounter a good amount of interstate driving. The longest continuous stretch on surface roads is 31.3 miles on US 70, so expect that part of your drive to be less about high speeds and more about navigating through towns. You'll likely notice the transition from more rural cruising on US 70 to the increased traffic and exit density as you merge onto I-40.
63% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 31.3 mi on US 70.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 70 and West Grand Avenue. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 42.4 miles in near US 70.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 69.5 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 42.4 miles (US 70): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 55.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 56.2 miles (I 40; US 65): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Hot Springs, AR to Mayflower, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Oklahoma City along the way.
Oklahoma City
55.5 mi in
|
~1h 6m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 22m. Total distance: 69.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (63%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 31.3 miles on US 70. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 5 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Mayflower, AR before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 42.4 miles (US 70): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 55.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 56.2 miles (I 40; US 65): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Hot Springs National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Mayflower, AR before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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