How far is Smithville, AR from Fouke, AR?
The driving distance from Smithville, AR to Fouke, AR is about 16.4 miles (26.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 25m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 14.4 miles (23.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 51m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 25m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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City in Arkansas, USA
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Smithville and Fouke.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Smithville and Fouke.
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Start on County Road 4
2.4 mi · 9 min · County Road 4
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Turn right
1.2 km · 1 min
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Take the ramp right
1875 ft · 46 sec
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Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Trail
11.8 mi · 13 min · Purple Heart Trail
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Take the exit slight right toward US 71: Fouke
2577 ft · 1 min
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Turn straight onto US Highway 71
1052 ft · 16 sec · US Highway 71
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Continue on South Monster Expressway
2616 ft · 50 sec · South Monster Expressway
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Turn right onto East Main Street
5 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Smithville and Fouke.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Purple Heart Trail
Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Trail
11.8 mi · 00h 13m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Smithville and Sunny near Fouke.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Smithville to Fouke?
The road trip is about 16.4 miles (26.4 km) and usually takes 00h 25m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Bradley is a useful midpoint, sitting about 8.2 miles from Smithville and 8.2 miles from Fouke.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 14.4 miles (23.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 2 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:38 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.29 one way or $4.58 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Smithville and Sunny near Fouke.
Stop Ideas Near Bradley
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Smithville and Fouke. Straight-line distance: 14.35 mi (23.1 km).
#1 Smithville
Town in Arkansas, United States of America
| Population | 68 |
| Coordinates | 33.0540200, -93.8676800 |
| Altitude | 72 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Fouke
Human settlement in Miller County, Arkansas, United States of America
| Population | 876 |
| Coordinates | 33.2612400, -93.8854600 |
| Altitude | 95 |
| Country | United States |
End: Fouke (-93.88546, 33.26124)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 26 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 12m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.95 | $2.29 | $4.58 |
| Mid-grade | $4.44 | $2.58 | $5.15 |
| Premium | $4.83 | $2.80 | $5.60 |
| Diesel | $5.92 | $3.43 | $6.86 |
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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