How far is Springfield, MO from Fort Smith, AR?
The driving distance from Springfield, MO to Fort Smith, AR is about 204.9 miles (329.8 km), with a travel time of about 03h 44m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 140.5 miles (226.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 28m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CST.
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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 44m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in McDonald County, Missouri
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Springfield and Fort Smith.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springfield and Fort Smith.
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Start on West Chestnut Expressway
563 ft · 19 sec · West Chestnut Expressway
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Continue on West Chestnut Expressway
5.1 mi · 10 min · West Chestnut Expressway
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Take the ramp right toward I 44 West: Joplin
60.6 mi · 1 hr 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 49 South, US 71 South, MO 249 North: Neosho, Fort Smith
1447 ft · 25 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 49 South, US 71 South: Neosho, Fort Smith
35.2 mi · 38 min
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Continue on Bella Vista Bypass
90.4 mi · 1 hr 34 min · Bella Vista Bypass
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Keep slight right to continue on I 40 West: Van Buren, Fort Smith
1596 ft · 25 sec
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Merge slight left
4.3 mi · 4 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 Springfield 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.
Bella Vista Bypass
Continue on Bella Vista Bypass
90.4 mi · 01h 34m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Springfield and Partly Cloudy near Fort Smith.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Springfield to Fort Smith?
The road trip is about 204.9 miles (329.8 km) and usually takes 03h 44m 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?
Pineville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 102.4 miles from Springfield and 102.5 miles from Fort Smith.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 140.5 miles (226.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 64.4 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:32 AM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $27.71 one way or $55.43 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 64.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Springfield and Partly Cloudy near Fort Smith.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Springfield and Fort Smith. Straight-line distance: 140.46 mi (226.05 km).
#1 Springfield
City in Greene County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 293 |
| Coordinates | 37.2153300, -93.2982400 |
| Altitude | 396 |
| 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: Fort Smith (-94.39855, 35.38592)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 330 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 55m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 33m |
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 | $3.83 | $27.71 | $55.43 |
| Mid-grade | $4.19 | $30.27 | $60.54 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $32.91 | $65.82 |
| Diesel | $6.05 | $43.76 | $87.53 |
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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