How far is Luxora, AR from Fort Smith, AR?
The driving distance from Luxora, AR to Fort Smith, AR is about 328.5 miles (528.6 km), with a travel time of about 04h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 252.5 miles (406.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 59m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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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 Luxora and Fort Smith.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Luxora and Fort Smith.
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Start on North Main Street
25 m · 4 sec · North Main Street
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Turn right onto West Calhoun Street
4.8 mi · 9 min · West Calhoun Street
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Take the ramp left
1291 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left
45.1 mi · 46 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 40 West: Little Rock
2829 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
269 mi · 4 hr 32 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 Luxora and Fort Smith.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 40 West
Merge slight left
269 mi · 04h 32m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Sunny leaving Luxora 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 Luxora to Fort Smith?
The road trip is about 328.5 miles (528.6 km) and usually takes 04h 59m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Jacksonville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 164 miles from Luxora and 164.4 miles from Fort Smith.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 252.5 miles (406.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 76 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:00 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $43.89 one way or $87.78 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 103 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Luxora and Mostly Cloudy near Fort Smith.
Stop Ideas Near Jacksonville
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 Jacksonville.
Little Rock Union Station
Malvern station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Luxora and Fort Smith. Straight-line distance: 252.51 mi (406.38 km).
#1 Luxora
City in Mississippi County, Arkansas, United States of America
| Population | 1,007 |
| Coordinates | 35.7561900, -89.9281400 |
| Altitude | 75 |
| 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: 529 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 05m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $43.89 | $87.78 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $49.36 | $98.72 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $53.60 | $107.21 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $62.76 | $125.52 |
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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