How far is Gravette, AR from Fort Smith, AR?
The driving distance from Gravette, AR to Fort Smith, AR is about 99.2 miles (159.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 71.6 miles (115.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 13m 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 01h 36m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Arkansas, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gravette and Fort Smith.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gravette and Fort Smith.
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Start on the route
17 m · 8 sec
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Turn right onto 1st Avenue South
65 m · 12 sec · 1st Avenue South
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Turn left onto Atlanta Street Southeast
3164 ft · 1 min · Atlanta Street Southeast
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Continue on State Highway 72
4.6 mi · 8 min · State Highway 72
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 49 South
2612 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left onto Bella Vista Bypass
80 mi · 1 hr 23 min · Bella Vista Bypass
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Keep slight right to continue on I 40 West: Van Buren, Fort Smith
1596 ft · 25 sec
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Merge slight left
4.3 mi · 4 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 Gravette 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.
Bella Vista Bypass
Merge slight left onto Bella Vista Bypass
80 mi · 01h 23m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Gravette and Mostly Cloudy near Fort Smith.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gravette to Fort Smith?
The road trip is about 99.2 miles (159.7 km) and usually takes 01h 36m 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?
Greenland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 49.5 miles from Gravette and 49.7 miles from Fort Smith.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 71.6 miles (115.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.6 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 3:16 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.25 one way or $26.51 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Gravette and Mostly Cloudy near Fort Smith.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gravette and Fort Smith. Straight-line distance: 71.66 mi (115.32 km).
#1 Gravette
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 3,612 |
| Coordinates | 36.4220200, -94.4535500 |
| Altitude | 371 |
| 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: 160 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 14m |
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 | $13.25 | $26.51 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $14.91 | $29.81 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $16.19 | $32.38 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $18.95 | $37.91 |
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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