How far is Fort Smith, AR from Mayflower, AR?
The driving distance from Fort Smith, AR to Mayflower, AR is about 137.4 miles (221.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 115.2 miles (185.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 22m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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City in Pope 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 Mayflower.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Smith and Mayflower.
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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
127.9 mi · 2 hr 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward AR 89, AR 365: Mayflower
111 m · 9 sec
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Keep slight right
158 m · 18 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left onto State Highway 365
1.3 km · 1 min · State Highway 365
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Continue on Highway 365
1803 ft · 44 sec · Highway 365
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Continue straight
48 m · 5 sec
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Turn right onto Miller Street
1227 ft · 38 sec · Miller Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Miller Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fort Smith and Mayflower.
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
128 mi · 02h 08m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Fort Smith and Chance Rain Showers near Mayflower.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fort Smith to Mayflower?
The road trip is about 137.4 miles (221.2 km) and usually takes 02h 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?
London is a useful midpoint, sitting about 68.7 miles from Fort Smith and 68.8 miles from Mayflower.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 115.2 miles (185.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.2 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 1:46 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.37 one way or $36.73 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 43.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Fort Smith and Chance Rain Showers near Mayflower.
Stop Ideas Near London
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 London.
Little Rock Union Station
Malvern station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fort Smith and Mayflower. Straight-line distance: 115.2 mi (185.4 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 Mayflower
City in Faulkner County, Arkansas, United States
| Population | 2,410 |
| Coordinates | 34.9570300, -92.4273800 |
| Altitude | 86 |
| Country | United States |
End: Mayflower (-92.42738, 34.95703)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 221 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 34m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 44m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 42m |
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 | $18.37 | $36.73 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $20.66 | $41.31 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $22.43 | $44.86 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $26.26 | $52.53 |
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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