How far is Fort Smith, AR from Mineral Springs, AR?
The driving distance from Fort Smith, AR to Mineral Springs, AR is about 51.1 miles (82.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 12m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 41.5 miles (66.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 25m 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 12m.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fort Smith and Mineral Springs.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Smith and Mineral Springs.
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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
29.5 mi · 30 min
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Take the exit slight right toward AR 219: Ozark
2981 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight left
33 m · 3 sec
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Turn left
8.8 mi · 20 min
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Keep slight left to continue on Pink Twist Road
2.8 mi · 7 min · Pink Twist Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Pink Twist Road
1875 ft · 1 min · Pink Twist Road
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Continue on Forest Service Road 1504
1 mi · 3 min · Forest Service Road 1504
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Turn right
32 m · 5 sec
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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 Mineral Springs.
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
29.5 mi · 00h 30m
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.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Fort Smith and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Mineral Springs.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fort Smith to Mineral Springs?
The road trip is about 51.1 miles (82.3 km) and usually takes 01h 12m 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?
Mulberry is a useful midpoint, sitting about 25.5 miles from Fort Smith and 25.6 miles from Mineral Springs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 41.5 miles (66.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.6 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:04 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.82 one way or $13.63 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Fort Smith and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Mineral Springs.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fort Smith and Mineral Springs. Straight-line distance: 41.51 mi (66.8 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 Mineral Springs
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 1,139 |
| Coordinates | 35.6425800, -93.7313000 |
| Altitude | 439 |
| Country | United States |
End: Mineral Springs (-93.7313, 35.64258)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 82 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 38m |
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 | $6.82 | $13.63 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $7.67 | $15.33 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $8.33 | $16.65 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $9.75 | $19.49 |
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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