How far is Perryville, AR from Fort Smith, AR?
The driving distance from Perryville, AR to Fort Smith, AR is about 123.8 miles (199.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 93.9 miles (151.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 59m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 59m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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City in Arkansas, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Cloudy
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Perryville and Fort Smith.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Perryville and Fort Smith.
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Start on North Pine Street
68 m · 12 sec · North Pine Street
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Turn right onto Aplin Street
145 m · 15 sec · Aplin Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Fourche Avenue
3.4 mi · 5 min · Fourche Avenue
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Continue on State Highway 9
11.4 mi · 17 min · State Highway 9
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Take the ramp slight left
1851 ft · 45 sec
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Merge slight left
99.8 mi · 1 hr 40 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 Perryville and Fort Smith.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
State Highway 9
Merge slight left
99.8 mi · 01h 40m
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 Cloudy leaving Perryville and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely 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 Perryville to Fort Smith?
The road trip is about 123.8 miles (199.3 km) and usually takes 01h 59m 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?
Lamar is a useful midpoint, sitting about 61.8 miles from Perryville and 62 miles from Fort Smith.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 93.9 miles (151.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 29.9 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 2:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.55 one way or $33.10 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 38.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Cloudy around Perryville and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Fort Smith.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Perryville and Fort Smith. Straight-line distance: 93.88 mi (151.08 km).
#1 Perryville
City in Perry County, Arkansas
| Population | 1,441 |
| Coordinates | 35.0048100, -92.8026700 |
| Altitude | 90 |
| 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: 199 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 05m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 32m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $16.55 | $33.10 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $18.61 | $37.22 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $20.21 | $40.42 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $23.66 | $47.33 |
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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