How far is Gravel Ridge, AR from Fort Smith, AR?
The driving distance from Gravel Ridge, AR to Fort Smith, AR is about 157 miles (252.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 34m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 129.8 miles (208.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 08m 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 02h 34m.
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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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gravel Ridge and Fort Smith.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gravel Ridge and Fort Smith.
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Start on Cordelia Drive
11 m · 4 sec · Cordelia Drive
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Turn right onto Jacksonville Cutoff Road
2042 ft · 56 sec · Jacksonville Cutoff Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto State Highway 107
1.5 km · 1 min · State Highway 107
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Turn left onto Brockington Road
1.9 mi · 5 min · Brockington Road
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Continue on Brookswood Road
2056 ft · 44 sec · Brookswood Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Warden Road
986 ft · 20 sec · Warden Road
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Take the ramp slight left
639 ft · 16 sec
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Merge slight left
4 mi · 5 min
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Merge slight left
146.8 mi · 2 hr 28 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 540 South, US 71 South: Fort Smith
6.5 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Grand Avenue
1259 ft · 34 sec
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Turn right onto Grand Avenue
1.9 mi · 4 min · Grand Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Grand Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Gravel Ridge and Fort Smith.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Warden Road
Merge slight left
147 mi · 02h 28m
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 leaving Gravel Ridge and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Fort Smith.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gravel Ridge to Fort Smith?
The road trip is about 157 miles (252.7 km) and usually takes 02h 34m 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 81.6 miles from Gravel Ridge and 75.4 miles from Fort Smith.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 129.8 miles (208.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.2 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 1:22 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.98 one way or $41.96 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 49.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Gravel Ridge and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Fort Smith.
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.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gravel Ridge and Fort Smith. Straight-line distance: 129.79 mi (208.87 km).
#1 Gravel Ridge
City in Pulaski County, Arkansas, United States of America
| Population | 2,902 |
| Coordinates | 34.8684200, -92.1907000 |
| Altitude | 77 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Fort Smith
The second most populous city in Sebastian County, Arkansas.
| Population | 87,764 |
| Coordinates | 35.3859200, -94.3985500 |
| Altitude | 134 |
| Country | United States |
End: Grand Avenue (-94.39855, 35.385923)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 253 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 55m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 37m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 57m |
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 | $20.98 | $41.96 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $23.59 | $47.19 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $25.62 | $51.25 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $30.00 | $60.00 |
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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