How far is Fort Smith, AR from Clarksville, AR?
The driving distance from Fort Smith, AR to Clarksville, AR is about 59.3 miles (95.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 04m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 52.8 miles (85 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 09m 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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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fort Smith and Clarksville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Smith and Clarksville.
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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 right to continue on I 40 East: Little Rock, Memphis
47.6 mi · 48 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 64, SR 109
1013 ft · 25 sec
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Keep slight right
53 m · 4 sec
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Turn straight onto West Main Street
3.4 mi · 5 min · West Main Street
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Turn left onto North College Avenue
28 m · 2 sec · North College Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North College Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fort Smith and Clarksville.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 40 East
Keep slight right to continue on I 40 East: Little Rock, Memphis
47.6 mi · 00h 48m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fort Smith to Clarksville?
The road trip is about 59.3 miles (95.4 km) and usually takes 01h 04m 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?
Mulberry is a useful midpoint, sitting about 29.6 miles from Fort Smith and 29.7 miles from Clarksville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 52.8 miles (85 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.5 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 4:20 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.91 one way or $15.83 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Fort Smith and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Clarksville.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fort Smith and Clarksville. Straight-line distance: 52.8 mi (84.98 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 Clarksville
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 9,721 |
| Coordinates | 35.4714700, -93.4665700 |
| Altitude | 113 |
| Country | United States |
End: Clarksville (-93.46657, 35.47147)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 95 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 44m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $7.91 | $15.83 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $8.90 | $17.80 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $9.67 | $19.33 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $11.32 | $22.63 |
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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