How far is Fort Smith, AR from Luxora, AR?
The driving distance from Fort Smith, AR to Luxora, AR is about 328.1 miles (528.1 km), with a travel time of about 05h 40m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 252.5 miles (406.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 20m 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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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Arkansas, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fort Smith and Luxora.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Smith and Luxora.
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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
147.4 mi · 2 hr 29 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Memphis
122 mi · 2 hr 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 55 North: Blytheville, Saint Louis
1.2 km · 2 min
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Continue on Blues Highway
45.3 mi · 46 min · Blues Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward AR 158: Victoria, Luxora
1627 ft · 40 sec
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Turn right
4.4 mi · 8 min
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Turn left onto North Main Street
25 m · 2 sec · North Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fort Smith and Luxora.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 40 East
Keep slight right to continue on I 40 East: Little Rock, Memphis
147 mi · 02h 29m
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.
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Fort Smith and Sunny near Luxora.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fort Smith to Luxora?
The road trip is about 328.1 miles (528.1 km) and usually takes 05h 40m 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?
Jacksonville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 163.9 miles from Fort Smith and 164.2 miles from Luxora.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 252.5 miles (406.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 75.6 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 5:40 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $43.85 one way or $87.71 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 102.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Fort Smith and Sunny near Luxora.
Stop Ideas Near Jacksonville
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 Jacksonville.
Little Rock Union Station
Malvern station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fort Smith and Luxora. Straight-line distance: 252.51 mi (406.38 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 Luxora
City in Mississippi County, Arkansas, United States of America
| Population | 1,007 |
| Coordinates | 35.7561900, -89.9281400 |
| Altitude | 75 |
| Country | United States |
End: Luxora (-89.92814, 35.75619)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 528 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 05m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $43.85 | $87.71 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $49.32 | $98.64 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $53.56 | $107.12 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $62.71 | $125.41 |
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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