How far is Fort Smith, AR from Pine Bluff, AR?
The driving distance from Fort Smith, AR to Pine Bluff, AR is about 199.3 miles (320.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 157.6 miles (253.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 51m 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 55m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Arkansas
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fort Smith and Pine Bluff.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Smith and Pine Bluff.
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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
145.8 mi · 2 hr 27 min
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Take the exit slight right
4.6 mi · 6 min
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Keep slight left
35 mi · 35 min
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Take the exit slight right
5.6 mi · 10 min
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Turn right onto North Pine Street
92 m · 19 sec · North Pine Street
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Turn left onto West Barraque Street
95 m · 16 sec · West Barraque Street
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Turn right onto South Main Street
107 m · 15 sec · South Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fort Smith and Pine Bluff.
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
146 mi · 02h 27m
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 Cloudy leaving Fort Smith and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Pine Bluff.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fort Smith to Pine Bluff?
The road trip is about 199.3 miles (320.8 km) and usually takes 02h 55m 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?
Atkins is a useful midpoint, sitting about 99.5 miles from Fort Smith and 99.8 miles from Pine Bluff.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 157.6 miles (253.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 41.7 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 12:38 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $26.62 one way or $53.25 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 62.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Fort Smith and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Pine Bluff.
Stop Ideas Near Atkins
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 Atkins.
Little Rock Union Station
Malvern station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fort Smith and Pine Bluff. Straight-line distance: 157.67 mi (253.75 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 Pine Bluff
The largest city in Jefferson County, Arkansas.
| Population | 40,435 |
| Coordinates | 34.2284300, -92.0032000 |
| Altitude | 67 |
| Country | United States |
End: East 2nd Avenue (-92.003205, 34.228302)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 321 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 29m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $26.62 | $53.25 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $29.94 | $59.88 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $32.51 | $65.03 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $38.07 | $76.13 |
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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