How far is Fort Smith, AR from Cedarville, AR?
The driving distance from Fort Smith, AR to Cedarville, AR is about 19 miles (30.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 31m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 12.8 miles (20.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 03m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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8th president of the United States (1782-1862)
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Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fort Smith and Cedarville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Smith and Cedarville.
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Start on Grand Avenue
2 mi · 4 min · Grand Avenue
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Turn left onto I 540 North, US 71 North
1595 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left
5.7 mi · 7 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 40 West: Oklahoma City
2386 ft · 2 min
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Continue straight
825 ft · 14 sec
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Merge slight left
2 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward AR 59: Fayetteville Road
1570 ft · 41 sec
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Turn right onto North Fayetteville Road
8.1 mi · 16 min · North Fayetteville Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fort Smith and Cedarville.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
North Fayetteville Road
Turn right onto North Fayetteville Road
8.08 mi · 00h 16m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Fort Smith and Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Cedarville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fort Smith to Cedarville?
The road trip is about 19 miles (30.6 km) and usually takes 00h 31m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Van Buren is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9.5 miles from Fort Smith and 9.5 miles from Cedarville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 12.8 miles (20.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.2 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:26 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.54 one way or $5.07 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Fort Smith and Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Cedarville.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fort Smith and Cedarville. Straight-line distance: 12.83 mi (20.65 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 Cedarville
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 1,409 |
| Coordinates | 35.5698100, -94.3668800 |
| Altitude | 239 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cedarville (-94.36688, 35.56981)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 31 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 14m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $2.54 | $5.07 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $2.85 | $5.71 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $3.10 | $6.20 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $3.63 | $7.26 |
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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