How far is Fort Smith, AR from Wrightsville, AR?
The driving distance from Fort Smith, AR to Wrightsville, AR is about 167.6 miles (269.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 134.8 miles (217 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 57m 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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fort Smith and Wrightsville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Smith and Wrightsville.
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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
3.6 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward AR-365
647 ft · 16 sec
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Continue on Frontage Road
852 ft · 16 sec · Frontage Road
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Turn left onto East Roosevelt Road
2642 ft · 1 min · East Roosevelt Road
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Turn right onto Springer Boulevard
1.6 mi · 3 min · Springer Boulevard
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Continue on AR 365
720 ft · 14 sec · AR 365
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Turn slight right
1.3 mi · 2 min
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Turn left onto State Highway 365
1600 ft · 25 sec · State Highway 365
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Keep slight right to continue on State Highway 365
6 mi · 8 min · State Highway 365
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Turn right onto Williams Avenue
17 m · 2 sec · Williams Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Williams Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fort Smith and Wrightsville.
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Fort Smith and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Wrightsville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fort Smith to Wrightsville?
The road trip is about 167.6 miles (269.7 km) and usually takes 02h 58m 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?
Russellville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 83.7 miles from Fort Smith and 83.8 miles from Wrightsville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 134.8 miles (217 km), while the road route adds roughly 32.8 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 12:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.38 one way or $44.76 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 52.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Fort Smith and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Wrightsville.
Stop Ideas Near Russellville
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 Russellville.
Little Rock Union Station
Malvern station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fort Smith and Wrightsville. Straight-line distance: 134.83 mi (216.99 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 Wrightsville
City in Pulaski County, Arkansas, United States
| Population | 2,054 |
| Coordinates | 34.6023200, -92.2168100 |
| Altitude | 78 |
| Country | United States |
End: Wrightsville (-92.21681, 34.60232)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 270 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 11m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 47m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 05m |
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 | $22.38 | $44.76 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $25.17 | $50.34 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $27.33 | $54.67 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $32.00 | $64.01 |
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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