How far is Little Flock, AR from Fort Smith, AR?
The driving distance from Little Flock, AR to Fort Smith, AR is about 83.8 miles (134.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 25m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 70.6 miles (113.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 50m 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 01h 25m.
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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 Little Flock and Fort Smith.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Little Flock and Fort Smith.
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Start on the route
88 m · 21 sec
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Continue on Highplains Drive
1634 ft · 1 min · Highplains Drive
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Turn right onto Hillcrest Drive
591 ft · 31 sec · Hillcrest Drive
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Turn left onto Rocky Ridge Trail
659 ft · 29 sec · Rocky Ridge Trail
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Turn right onto Little Flock Drive
1.4 mi · 3 min · Little Flock Drive
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Turn left onto Woods Lane
1.3 km · 2 min · Woods Lane
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At the end of the road, turn right onto West Hudson Road
1.3 km · 1 min · West Hudson Road
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Continue on Southeast 14th Street
2735 ft · 1 min · Southeast 14th Street
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Take the ramp left
1142 ft · 14 sec
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Continue straight
65.7 mi · 1 hr 8 min
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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 Little Flock 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.
Southeast 14th Street
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65.7 mi · 01h 08m
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 then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Little Flock and Partly Sunny then 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 Little Flock to Fort Smith?
The road trip is about 83.8 miles (134.8 km) and usually takes 01h 25m 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?
West Fork is a useful midpoint, sitting about 41.7 miles from Little Flock and 42.1 miles from Fort Smith.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 70.6 miles (113.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.2 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 3:40 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.21 one way or $22.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Little Flock and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Fort Smith.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Little Flock and Fort Smith. Straight-line distance: 70.65 mi (113.7 km).
#1 Little Flock
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 2,812 |
| Coordinates | 36.3859100, -94.1352000 |
| Altitude | 364 |
| 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: 135 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 47m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 05m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 02m |
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 | $11.21 | $22.42 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $12.61 | $25.21 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $13.69 | $27.38 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $16.03 | $32.06 |
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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