Origin
Malvern, AR
Morning in Malvern on Sunday
Local time
10:54 AM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Malvern, AR to Hot Springs, AR
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
27m
Distance
20.6 mi
33 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 25m
★
6 AM
0h 27m
8 AM
0h 32m
10 AM
0h 29m
12 PM
0h 28m
3 PM
0h 29m
5 PM
0h 32m
8 PM
0h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Malvern, AR
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Hot Springs, AR
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick transition from Malvern to Hot Springs, this 20.7-mile journey is an efficient way to travel within Southeast Arkansas. You can easily complete the trip in about 30 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. Budgeting around $3 for fuel should cover your needs for this short hop. Since the entire route is within the same region, you won't experience major environmental shifts, but you will appreciate the convenience of avoiding long-haul travel. Whether you are heading out for business or a quick getaway, the simplicity of this drive allows for maximum flexibility in your schedule.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Martin Luther King Road | 12.7 mi | 14m |
| Malvern Avenue | 5.2 mi | 7m |
| Martin Luther King Boulevard | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| South Main Street | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| East Grand Avenue | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Oliver Lancaster Boulevard | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| West Grand Avenue | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Martin Luther King Road
— 12.7 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Malvern, AR and Hot Springs, AR.
1
Start on this road
206 ft
·
17 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right
79 ft
·
11 sec
3
Turn left onto US 270B
0.6 mi
·
53 sec
·
South Main Street
4
Continue on US 270B
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Martin Luther King Boulevard
5
Continue on US 270B
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
·
Oliver Lancaster Boulevard
6
Continue on US 270B
13 mi
·
14 min
·
Martin Luther King Road
7
Continue on US 270
5.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Malvern Avenue
8
Turn left onto US 70B; US 270B
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
East Grand Avenue
9
Arrive at destination
US 70B; US 270B
Heads-up: tricky spots
2 of 22 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 0.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 270B / South Main Street
Turn left onto US 270B / South Main Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.11 one way
$6.22 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $3.42 | $6.83 |
| premium | $4.56 | $3.70 | $7.39 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.55 | $9.10 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.2 | 0 | $2.16 | $0.99 |
| Efficient EV | 5.2 | 0 | $1.80 | $0.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.88 | $1.32 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Morning in Hot Springs on Sunday
Local time
10:54 AM
CDT
Current temp
75°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
27m 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise, as this route features zero highway miles. You will navigate through local thoroughfares, specifically utilizing South Main Street, Martin Luther King Boulevard, and Oliver Lancaster Boulevard to reach your destination. Because the entire 20.7-mile distance is comprised of local roads, you should remain alert for frequent intersections and changes in traffic flow. This is a practical, functional drive that keeps you off the major highways, focusing instead on the direct connections between these two Arkansas locations.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
9 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 12.7 mi on Martin Luther King Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
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. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Malvern, AR to Hot Springs, AR is easy. At 27m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 270B / South Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 27m. Total distance: 20.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 12.7 miles on Martin Luther King Road. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 270B / South Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Hot Springs, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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