How far is Osceola, AR from Fort Smith, AR?
The driving distance from Osceola, AR to Fort Smith, AR is about 324 miles (521.5 km), with a travel time of about 04h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 249.9 miles (402.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 53m 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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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in Pulaski County, Arkansas
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Osceola and Fort Smith.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Osceola and Fort Smith.
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Start on the route
14 m · 6 sec
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Turn right onto West Semmes Avenue
35 m · 10 sec · West Semmes Avenue
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Turn left onto North Walnut Street
2675 ft · 1 min · North Walnut Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto West Keiser Avenue
4.6 mi · 8 min · West Keiser Avenue
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Turn left onto Sandy Bayou Road
1144 ft · 19 sec · Sandy Bayou Road
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Take the ramp straight
901 ft · 22 sec
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Merge slight left
40.3 mi · 41 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 Osceola 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 Osceola 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 Osceola to Fort Smith?
The road trip is about 324 miles (521.5 km) and usually takes 04h 56m 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?
McAlmont is a useful midpoint, sitting about 161.9 miles from Osceola and 162.2 miles from Fort Smith.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 249.9 miles (402.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 74.1 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 7:06 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $43.29 one way or $86.57 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 101.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Osceola and Mostly Cloudy near Fort Smith.
Stop Ideas Near McAlmont
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 McAlmont.
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Arkadelphia station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Osceola and Fort Smith. Straight-line distance: 249.95 mi (402.25 km).
#1 Osceola
City in Mississippi County, Arkansas, United States
| Population | 6,576 |
| Coordinates | 35.7050800, -89.9695300 |
| 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: 522 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 47m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 28m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 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 | $43.29 | $86.57 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $48.68 | $97.36 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $52.86 | $105.73 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $61.89 | $123.79 |
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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