How far is Garland, AR from Smithville, AR?
The driving distance from Garland, AR to Smithville, AR is about 33.4 miles (53.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 23.2 miles (37.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 59m 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 00h 59m.
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.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Garland and Smithville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Garland and Smithville.
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Start on Main Street
25 m · 6 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto East 2nd Street
116 m · 24 sec · East 2nd Street
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Turn sharp left onto North Wilson Street
2061 ft · 57 sec · North Wilson Street
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Continue straight
2.8 mi · 5 min
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Turn left onto Highway 134
16.4 mi · 29 min · Highway 134
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At the end of the road, turn left onto US Highway 71
11.3 mi · 15 min · US Highway 71
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Turn left onto County Road 4
2.4 mi · 9 min · County Road 4
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · County Road 4
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Garland and Smithville.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Highway 134
Turn left onto Highway 134
16.4 mi · 00h 29m
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.
Sunny leaving Garland and Sunny near Smithville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Garland to Smithville?
The road trip is about 33.4 miles (53.7 km) and usually takes 00h 59m 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?
Fouke is a useful midpoint, sitting about 16.7 miles from Garland and 16.7 miles from Smithville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 23.2 miles (37.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.2 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 4:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.66 one way or $9.31 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Garland and Sunny near Smithville.
Stop Ideas Near Fouke
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 Fouke.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Garland and Smithville. Straight-line distance: 23.21 mi (37.35 km).
#1 Garland
Place in Arkansas
| Population | 235 |
| Coordinates | 33.3629000, -93.7099000 |
| Altitude | 69 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Smithville
Town in Arkansas, United States of America
| Population | 68 |
| Coordinates | 33.0540200, -93.8676800 |
| Altitude | 72 |
| Country | United States |
End: Smithville (-93.86768, 33.05402)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 54 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 24m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.95 | $4.66 | $9.31 |
| Mid-grade | $4.44 | $5.24 | $10.48 |
| Premium | $4.83 | $5.69 | $11.39 |
| Diesel | $5.92 | $6.98 | $13.97 |
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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