How far is Fort Smith, AR from Booneville, AR?
The driving distance from Fort Smith, AR to Booneville, AR is about 39.8 miles (64.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 31.8 miles (51.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 58m 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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City in Sebastian County, Arkansas, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fort Smith and Booneville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Smith and Booneville.
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Start on Grand Avenue
1.9 mi · 3 min · Grand Avenue
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Take the ramp slight right
1540 ft · 38 sec
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Merge slight left
5.2 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 71 South: Texarkana
1749 ft · 45 sec
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Turn left
8.4 mi · 13 min
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Turn left onto West Center Street
23.7 mi · 36 min · West Center Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fort Smith and Booneville.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
West Center Street
Turn left onto West Center Street
23.7 mi · 00h 36m
Route Summary
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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.
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Trip Questions
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How long does it take to drive from Fort Smith to Booneville?
The road trip is about 39.8 miles (64.1 km) and usually takes 00h 59m 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?
Greenwood is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.9 miles from Fort Smith and 19.9 miles from Booneville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 31.8 miles (51.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 8 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 4:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.34 one way or $10.68 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fort Smith and Booneville. Straight-line distance: 31.82 mi (51.21 km).
#1 Fort Smith
The second most populous city in Sebastian County, Arkansas.
| Population | 87,764 |
| Coordinates | 35.3859200, -94.3985500 |
| Altitude | 134 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Booneville
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 3,764 |
| Coordinates | 35.1400900, -93.9215900 |
| Altitude | 153 |
| Country | United States |
End: Booneville (-93.92159, 35.14009)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 64 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 29m |
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 | $5.34 | $10.68 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $6.01 | $12.01 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $6.52 | $13.04 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $7.64 | $15.27 |
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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