How far is Mineral Springs, AR from Fort Smith, AR?
The driving distance from Mineral Springs, AR to Fort Smith, AR is about 51 miles (82 km), with a travel time of about 00h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 41.5 miles (66.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 55m 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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Halfway Point
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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 the route
32 m · 8 sec
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Turn left onto Forest Service Road 1504
1 mi · 3 min · Forest Service Road 1504
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Continue on Pink Twist Road
1875 ft · 1 min · Pink Twist Road
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Continue on Pink Twist Road
1.6 km · 2 min · Pink Twist Road
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Continue on Pink Twist Road
1.8 mi · 4 min · Pink Twist Road
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Continue straight
8.5 mi · 19 min
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Take the ramp right
1807 ft · 44 sec
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Merge slight left
29.2 mi · 29 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 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.
Pink Twist Road
Merge slight left
29.2 mi · 00h 29m
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.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Mineral Springs and Mostly Sunny then Slight 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 Mineral Springs to Fort Smith?
The road trip is about 51 miles (82 km) and usually takes 00h 57m 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?
Mulberry is a useful midpoint, sitting about 25.4 miles from Mineral Springs and 25.5 miles from Fort Smith.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 41.5 miles (66.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.5 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 4:34 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.82 one way or $13.63 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Mineral Springs and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Fort Smith.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mineral Springs and Fort Smith. Straight-line distance: 41.51 mi (66.8 km).
#1 Mineral Springs
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 1,139 |
| Coordinates | 35.6425800, -93.7313000 |
| Altitude | 439 |
| 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: 82 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 38m |
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 | $6.82 | $13.63 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $7.67 | $15.33 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $8.33 | $16.65 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $9.75 | $19.49 |
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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