How far is Fort Smith, AR from Little Flock, AR?
The driving distance from Fort Smith, AR to Little Flock, AR is about 83.3 miles (134 km), with a travel time of about 01h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 70.6 miles (113.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 12m 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 36m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Arkansas, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fort Smith and Little Flock.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Smith and Little Flock.
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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
46.4 mi · 47 min
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Keep slight left
19.3 mi · 21 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 62 East, AR 12 East, AR 102 West: Southeast 14th Street, Hudson Road
1494 ft · 36 sec
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Turn right onto Southeast 14th Street
2170 ft · 46 sec · Southeast 14th Street
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Continue on West Hudson Road
1.3 km · 1 min · West Hudson Road
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Turn left onto North Woods Lane
1.3 km · 2 min · North Woods Lane
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Turn right onto Little Flock Drive
1.4 mi · 3 min · Little Flock Drive
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Turn left onto Rocky Ridge Trail
659 ft · 31 sec · Rocky Ridge Trail
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Turn right onto Hillcrest Drive
591 ft · 28 sec · Hillcrest Drive
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Turn left onto Highplains Drive
1923 ft · 2 min · Highplains Drive
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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 Little Flock.
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
46.4 mi · 00h 47m
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.
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Fort Smith and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Little Flock.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fort Smith to Little Flock?
The road trip is about 83.3 miles (134 km) and usually takes 01h 36m 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?
West Fork is a useful midpoint, sitting about 41.7 miles from Fort Smith and 41.6 miles from Little Flock.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 70.6 miles (113.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.7 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 3:18 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.13 one way or $22.27 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Fort Smith and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Little Flock.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fort Smith and Little Flock. Straight-line distance: 70.65 mi (113.7 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 Little Flock
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 2,812 |
| Coordinates | 36.3859100, -94.1352000 |
| Altitude | 364 |
| Country | United States |
End: Little Flock (-94.1352, 36.38591)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 134 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 02m |
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 | $11.13 | $22.27 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $12.52 | $25.04 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $13.60 | $27.20 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $15.92 | $31.84 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Arkansas · Apr 23, 2026
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