How far is Fort Smith, AR from Elkins, AR?
The driving distance from Fort Smith, AR to Elkins, AR is about 67 miles (107.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 47.8 miles (77 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 44m 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 22m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Washington County, Arkansas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fort Smith and Elkins.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Smith and Elkins.
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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
4.6 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
1.2 km · 2 min
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Continue straight
40.3 mi · 40 min
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Take the exit slight right toward AR 112, AR 265
2318 ft · 44 sec
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Turn slight right onto South Cato Springs Road
1092 ft · 23 sec · South Cato Springs Road
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Continue on South Razorback Road
1.4 km · 2 min · South Razorback Road
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Turn right onto West 15th Street
2.5 mi · 5 min · West 15th Street
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Continue on South Happy Hollow Road
1696 ft · 43 sec · South Happy Hollow Road
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Continue on East Huntsville Road
9 mi · 15 min · East Huntsville Road
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Turn left onto Church Street
47 m · 7 sec · Church Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Church Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fort Smith and Elkins.
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 49 North
Continue straight
40.3 mi · 00h 40m
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.
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Fort Smith and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny near Elkins.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fort Smith to Elkins?
The road trip is about 67 miles (107.8 km) and usually takes 01h 22m 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?
Winslow is a useful midpoint, sitting about 33.6 miles from Fort Smith and 33.5 miles from Elkins.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 47.8 miles (77 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.2 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:46 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.94 one way or $17.87 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Fort Smith and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny near Elkins.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fort Smith and Elkins. Straight-line distance: 47.84 mi (76.99 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 Elkins
Township in Washington County, Arkansas
| Population | 3,664 |
| Coordinates | 36.0014700, -94.0082500 |
| Altitude | 371 |
| Country | United States |
End: Elkins (-94.00825, 36.00147)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 108 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 50m |
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 | $8.94 | $17.87 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $10.05 | $20.10 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $10.92 | $21.83 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $12.78 | $25.56 |
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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