Abilene to Fort Smith: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Abilene from Fort Smith?

The distance from Abilene to Fort Smith is 367 miles (590.6 km) as the crow flies. Fort Smith is located NE of Abilene. By car, the driving distance is approximately 440.4 miles, taking about 8h 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 14min. Both are located in United States — Abilene in Texas and Fort Smith in Arkansas.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Abilene and Fort Smith. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.