How far is Highland, AR from Fort Smith, AR?
The driving distance from Highland, AR to Fort Smith, AR is about 145.6 miles (234.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 99.9 miles (160.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 46m 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 53m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Montgomery County, Arkansas, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Highland and Fort Smith.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Highland and Fort Smith.
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Start on Pike County 210 Road/Gyp Mine Road
9 m · 6 sec · Pike County 210 Road/Gyp Mine Road
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Turn right onto State Highway 26
1.5 mi · 3 min · State Highway 26
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At the end of the road, turn left
18.8 mi · 33 min
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Continue straight
8.9 mi · 13 min
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Continue on Elm Street
1574 ft · 32 sec · Elm Street
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Continue on West Broadway Street
110 m · 15 sec · West Broadway Street
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Turn left onto North 1st Street
13 mi · 23 min · North 1st Street
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Turn right
8.5 mi · 15 min
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Turn left
32 mi · 40 min
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At the end of the road, turn right
54.4 mi · 1 hr 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward 540 North
1.6 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Greenwood Road
1202 ft · 38 sec
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Turn left onto Old Greenwood Road
2.1 mi · 4 min · Old Greenwood Road
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Continue on South 31st Street
2637 ft · 55 sec · South 31st Street
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Continue on Old Greenwood Road
1187 ft · 28 sec · Old Greenwood Road
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Turn left onto Rogers Avenue
1729 ft · 46 sec · Rogers Avenue
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Turn right onto North Greenwood Avenue
1.1 km · 2 min · North Greenwood Avenue
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Turn right onto Grand Avenue
1391 ft · 28 sec · 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 Highland and Fort Smith.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
At the end of the road, turn right
54.4 mi · 01h 06m
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 Highland and 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 Highland to Fort Smith?
The road trip is about 145.6 miles (234.4 km) and usually takes 02h 53m 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?
Oden is a useful midpoint, sitting about 71.7 miles from Highland and 73.9 miles from Fort Smith.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 99.9 miles (160.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 45.7 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 12:44 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.47 one way or $38.93 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Highland and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Fort Smith.
Stop Ideas Near Oden
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 Oden.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Highland and Fort Smith. Straight-line distance: 99.87 mi (160.72 km).
#1 Highland
City in Sharp County, Arkansas, United States
| Population | 1,105 |
| Coordinates | 34.0353900, -93.7721300 |
| Altitude | 177 |
| 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: 234 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 51m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 38m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 49m |
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 | $19.47 | $38.93 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $21.89 | $43.78 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $23.77 | $47.54 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $27.83 | $55.67 |
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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