How far is Wooster, AR from Fort Smith, AR?
The driving distance from Wooster, AR to Fort Smith, AR is about 130.8 miles (210.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 01m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 110.3 miles (177.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 03m 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 02h 01m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Wooster and Fort Smith.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wooster and Fort Smith.
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Start on Robinson Road
12 m · 1 sec · Robinson Road
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Continue on Patton Road
6.3 mi · 11 min · Patton Road
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Take the ramp slight right
1852 ft · 45 sec
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Merge slight left
115.5 mi · 1 hr 55 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 Wooster 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.
Patton Road
Merge slight left
115 mi · 01h 55m
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 Sunny leaving Wooster 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 Wooster to Fort Smith?
The road trip is about 130.8 miles (210.5 km) and usually takes 02h 01m 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 65.3 miles from Wooster and 65.5 miles from Fort Smith.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 110.3 miles (177.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.5 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 2:26 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.50 one way or $34.99 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 41.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Wooster and Mostly Cloudy near Fort Smith.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wooster and Fort Smith. Straight-line distance: 110.28 mi (177.48 km).
#1 Wooster
Human settlement in Faulkner County, Arkansas, United States of America
| Population | 1,125 |
| Coordinates | 35.2020300, -92.4559900 |
| Altitude | 97 |
| 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: 211 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 36m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 52m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 37m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $17.50 | $34.99 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $19.68 | $39.35 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $21.37 | $42.74 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $25.02 | $50.03 |
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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