How far is Fort Smith, AR from Highland, AR?
The driving distance from Fort Smith, AR to Highland, AR is about 145.3 miles (233.9 km), with a travel time of about 03h 24m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 99.9 miles (160.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 49m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 24m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Montgomery County, Arkansas, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fort Smith and Highland.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Smith and Highland.
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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
54.6 mi · 1 hr 6 min
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Turn left
32 mi · 40 min
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Turn right onto Bridge Street
8.2 mi · 14 min · Bridge Street
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Continue on North Main Street
1509 ft · 35 sec · North Main Street
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Turn left onto East Main Street
13 mi · 23 min · East Main Street
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Turn right onto West Broadway Street
110 m · 7 sec · West Broadway Street
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Continue on Elm Street
1574 ft · 34 sec · Elm Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Elm Street
8.9 mi · 13 min · Elm Street
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Continue straight
18.8 mi · 33 min
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Turn right onto State Highway 26
1.5 mi · 3 min · State Highway 26
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Turn left onto Pike County 210 Road/Gyp Mine Road
9 m · 1 sec · Pike County 210 Road/Gyp Mine Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Pike County 210 Road/Gyp Mine Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fort Smith and Highland.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
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54.6 mi · 01h 06m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Fort Smith and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Highland.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fort Smith to Highland?
The road trip is about 145.3 miles (233.9 km) and usually takes 03h 24m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Oden is a useful midpoint, sitting about 72.7 miles from Fort Smith and 72.6 miles from Highland.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 99.9 miles (160.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 45.4 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:10 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.43 one way or $38.85 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Fort Smith and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Highland.
Stop Ideas Near Oden
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Oden.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fort Smith and Highland. Straight-line distance: 99.87 mi (160.72 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 Highland
City in Sharp County, Arkansas, United States
| Population | 1,105 |
| Coordinates | 34.0353900, -93.7721300 |
| Altitude | 177 |
| Country | United States |
End: Highland (-93.77213, 34.03539)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 234 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 50m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 37m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 48m |
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 | $19.43 | $38.85 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $21.85 | $43.70 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $23.73 | $47.45 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $27.78 | $55.56 |
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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