How far is Austin, AR from Fort Smith, AR?
The driving distance from Austin, AR to Fort Smith, AR is about 159.1 miles (256 km), with a travel time of about 02h 35m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 138.9 miles (223.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 11m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 35m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Arkansas
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Austin and Fort Smith.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Austin and Fort Smith.
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Start on the route
67 m · 18 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right
25 m · 2 sec
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Turn left
1.1 km · 1 min
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Take the ramp left
2086 ft · 51 sec
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Merge slight left
3 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward AR 89: Cabot
1111 ft · 27 sec
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Keep slight left
61 m · 10 sec
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Turn left onto West Main Street
2.1 mi · 4 min · West Main Street
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Continue on State Highway 89
4.1 mi · 7 min · State Highway 89
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Continue on Tates Mill Road
1311 ft · 26 sec · Tates Mill Road
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Turn right onto State Highway 107
7.9 mi · 13 min · State Highway 107
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Turn left onto Vilonia Bypass
6.5 mi · 8 min · Vilonia Bypass
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Continue on State Highway 64
5.4 mi · 7 min · State Highway 64
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Continue on East Oak Street
1.6 mi · 3 min · East Oak Street
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Take the exit straight
2355 ft · 57 sec
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Merge slight left
118.6 mi · 1 hr 59 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 540 South, US 71 South: Fort Smith
6.5 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Grand Avenue
1259 ft · 34 sec
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Turn right onto Grand Avenue
1.9 mi · 4 min · Grand Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Grand Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Austin and Fort Smith.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
East Oak Street
Merge slight left
119 mi · 01h 59m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Austin and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Fort Smith.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Austin to Fort Smith?
The road trip is about 159.1 miles (256 km) and usually takes 02h 35m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Russellville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 79.9 miles from Austin and 79.2 miles from Fort Smith.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 138.9 miles (223.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.2 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:18 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.25 one way or $42.49 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 49.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Austin and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Fort Smith.
Stop Ideas Near Russellville
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Russellville.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Austin and Fort Smith. Straight-line distance: 138.95 mi (223.62 km).
#1 Austin
Austin is a place in Arkansas, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 34.9984200, -91.9837600 |
| Altitude | 75 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Fort Smith
The second most populous city in Sebastian County, Arkansas.
| Population | 87,764 |
| Coordinates | 35.3859200, -94.3985500 |
| Altitude | 134 |
| Country | United States |
End: Grand Avenue (-94.39855, 35.385923)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 256 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 59m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.79 | $21.25 | $42.49 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $23.89 | $47.79 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $25.95 | $51.89 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $30.38 | $60.76 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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