How far is Mineral Springs, AR from Fort Smith, AR?
The driving distance from Mineral Springs, AR to Fort Smith, AR is about 161 miles (259.1 km), with a travel time of about 03h 12m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 107.9 miles (173.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 25m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 12m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Mineral Springs and Fort Smith.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mineral Springs and Fort Smith.
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Start on West Runnels Street
2340 ft · 39 sec · West Runnels Street
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Continue on West Runnels Street
664 ft · 15 sec · West Runnels Street
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Turn right onto North Sherman Street
5.9 mi · 10 min · North Sherman Street
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Turn left onto US Highway 371/State Highway 24
12.8 mi · 19 min · US Highway 371/State Highway 24
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Continue on East Main Street
1.6 km · 1 min · East Main Street
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Turn right onto North Camellia
5.4 mi · 8 min · North Camellia
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Continue straight
8 mi · 11 min
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Turn right onto North Lakeside Drive
51.2 mi · 1 hr · North Lakeside Drive
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Continue straight
69.9 mi · 1 hr 24 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 Mineral Springs 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.
North Lakeside Drive
Continue straight
69.9 mi · 01h 24m
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 Mineral Springs and Mostly Sunny near Fort Smith.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Mineral Springs to Fort Smith?
The road trip is about 161 miles (259.1 km) and usually takes 03h 12m 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?
Mena is a useful midpoint, sitting about 80.2 miles from Mineral Springs and 80.8 miles from Fort Smith.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 107.9 miles (173.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 53.1 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 10:34 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.42 one way or $44.84 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Mineral Springs and Mostly Sunny near Fort Smith.
Stop Ideas Near Mena
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 Mena.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mineral Springs and Fort Smith. Straight-line distance: 107.96 mi (173.75 km).
#1 Mineral Springs
Mineral Springs is a place in Arkansas, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 33.8751200, -93.9138000 |
| Altitude | 104 |
| 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: 259 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 01m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 00m |
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 | $3.95 | $22.42 | $44.84 |
| Mid-grade | $4.44 | $25.22 | $50.45 |
| Premium | $4.83 | $27.41 | $54.81 |
| Diesel | $5.92 | $33.61 | $67.23 |
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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