How far is Clarendon, AR from Fort Smith, AR?
The driving distance from Clarendon, AR to Fort Smith, AR is about 222.6 miles (358.3 km), with a travel time of about 03h 31m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 180.9 miles (291.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 02m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Halfway Point
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City in Arkansas, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Clarendon and Fort Smith.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clarendon and Fort Smith.
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Start on North 2nd Street
28 m · 8 sec · North 2nd Street
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Turn left onto Madison Street
1347 ft · 39 sec · Madison Street
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Turn right onto South 5th Street
1332 ft · 43 sec · South 5th Street
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At the end of the road, turn left
1688 ft · 48 sec
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Turn right
5.6 mi · 8 min
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Turn right
9.9 mi · 17 min
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Keep slight left
3.2 mi · 6 min
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Turn left onto East Walnut
6.2 mi · 9 min · East Walnut
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Turn right
2.9 mi · 4 min
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Take the ramp left
1400 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left
185.2 mi · 3 hr 8 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 Clarendon and Fort Smith.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
East Walnut
Merge slight left
185 mi · 03h 08m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Clarendon and Rain Showers Likely near Fort Smith.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Clarendon to Fort Smith?
The road trip is about 222.6 miles (358.3 km) and usually takes 03h 31m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Plumerville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 111.2 miles from Clarendon and 111.5 miles from Fort Smith.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 180.9 miles (291.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 41.7 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:58 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $29.77 one way or $59.53 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 69.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Clarendon and Rain Showers Likely near Fort Smith.
Stop Ideas Near Plumerville
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 Plumerville.
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Malvern station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Clarendon and Fort Smith. Straight-line distance: 180.94 mi (291.2 km).
#1 Clarendon
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 1,333 |
| Coordinates | 34.6931500, -91.3137400 |
| Altitude | 53 |
| 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: 358 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 25m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 33m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 46m |
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 | $29.77 | $59.53 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $33.48 | $66.95 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $36.35 | $72.71 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $42.56 | $85.12 |
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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