How far is Eureka Springs, AR from Fort Smith, AR?
The driving distance from Eureka Springs, AR to Fort Smith, AR is about 105.7 miles (170.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 79.3 miles (127.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 53m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 56m.
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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 Eureka Springs and Fort Smith.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eureka Springs and Fort Smith.
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Start on 1st Street
32 m · 13 sec · 1st Street
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Turn left
36 m · 14 sec
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Turn left onto North Main Street
1 km · 1 min · North Main Street
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Keep slight left
20 m · 8 sec
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Turn left onto Kings Highway
17 m · 1 sec · Kings Highway
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Continue on East Van Buren Street
1.1 km · 1 min · East Van Buren Street
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Turn right onto Huntsville Road
1 km · 57 sec · Huntsville Road
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Continue on Van Buren Street
9.5 mi · 14 min · Van Buren Street
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Turn right onto Clifty Highway
6.2 mi · 11 min · Clifty Highway
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Turn left
6.1 mi · 11 min
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Turn right
16.5 mi · 21 min
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Keep slight left to continue on West Robinson Avenue
1238 ft · 29 sec · West Robinson Avenue
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Turn slight left onto South Thompson Street
1.9 mi · 3 min · South Thompson Street
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Continue on North College Avenue
1.5 mi · 3 min · North College Avenue
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Keep slight right to continue on Fulbright Expressway
48.3 mi · 50 min · Fulbright Expressway
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Keep slight right to continue on I 40 West: Van Buren, Fort Smith
1596 ft · 25 sec
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Merge slight left
4.3 mi · 4 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 Eureka Springs and Fort Smith.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Fulbright Expressway
Keep slight right to continue on Fulbright Expressway
48.3 mi · 00h 50m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Eureka Springs and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Fort Smith.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Eureka Springs to Fort Smith?
The road trip is about 105.7 miles (170.1 km) and usually takes 01h 56m 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?
Greenland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 52.8 miles from Eureka Springs and 52.9 miles from Fort Smith.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 79.3 miles (127.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.4 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 2:36 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.13 one way or $28.25 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 33.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Eureka Springs and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Fort Smith.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Eureka Springs and Fort Smith. Straight-line distance: 79.29 mi (127.61 km).
#1 Eureka Springs
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 2,084 |
| Coordinates | 36.4011800, -93.7379700 |
| Altitude | 384 |
| 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: 170 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 38m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 19m |
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 | $14.13 | $28.25 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $15.89 | $31.77 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $17.25 | $34.50 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $20.20 | $40.40 |
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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