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. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
130.8 mi
02h 01m
Flight
110.28 mi
177.48 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
110.28 mi
Kilometers
177.48 km
Flight Time
00h 13m

Driving Distance

Road route
130.8 mi
Kilometers
210.5 km
Drive Time
02h 01m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 02h 01m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Fort Smith
Wed, Apr 22, 9:50 PM CDT
Return by in Wooster
Wed, Apr 22, 11:52 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Wooster
2026-04-22T19:48
Arrive Fort Smith
Wed, Apr 22, 9:50 PM CDT
Route Timing
02h 01m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:02 AM to 12:02 PM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
2:26 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Wooster
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Lamar
AR

City in Arkansas, USA

From Wooster
65.3 mi
01h 00m
To Fort Smith
65.5 mi
01h 00m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
82°F
Wednesday

Partly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 10 mph S
Destination
76°F
Wednesday

Mostly Cloudy

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph SE

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.

  1. 1

    Start on Robinson Road

    12 m · 1 sec · Robinson Road

  2. 2

    Continue on Patton Road

    6.3 mi · 11 min · Patton Road

  3. 3

    Take the ramp slight right

    1852 ft · 45 sec

  4. 4

    Merge slight left

    115.5 mi · 1 hr 55 min

  5. 5

    Take the exit slight right toward I 540 South, US 71 South: Fort Smith

    6.5 mi · 8 min

  6. 6

    Take the exit slight right toward Grand Avenue

    1259 ft · 34 sec

  7. 7

    Turn right onto Grand Avenue

    1.9 mi · 4 min · Grand Avenue

  8. 8

    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.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
8 steps
1 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
1 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
6.1 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Patton Road
122 mi · 93%
I 540 South
6.53 mi · 5%
Grand Avenue
2.14 mi · 2%
Robinson Road
0.01 mi
Longest Stretch

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.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 01m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 04m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+20.5 mi
110.3 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Lamar
01h 00m from Wooster
Leave By
2:26 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

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).

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#1 Wooster

Human settlement in Faulkner County, Arkansas, United States of America

Population1,125
Coordinates35.2020300, -92.4559900
Altitude97
CountryUnited States
Fort Smith

#2 Fort Smith

The second most populous city in Sebastian County, Arkansas.

Population87,764
Coordinates35.3859200, -94.3985500
Altitude134
CountryUnited States
Start: Robinson Road (-92.456072, 35.202009)
End: Grand Avenue (-94.39855, 35.385923)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 211 km by road

SpeedTime
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.

One-way fuel
4.62 gal
17.47 L · about $17.50
Round trip
$34.99
9.24 gal · 34.94 L
Estimated CO2
41.1 kg one way
Round trip: 82.1 kg / 181 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound 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.

Prices in Arkansas · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Wooster and Fort Smith. The current time is 19:48:56.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.