Albuquerque to Fort Smith: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Albuquerque from Fort Smith?
The distance from Albuquerque to Fort Smith is 691.3 miles (1112.5 km) as the crow flies. Fort Smith is located E of Albuquerque. By car, the driving distance is approximately 726.4 miles, taking about 12h 33min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 53min. Both are located in United States — Albuquerque in New Mexico and Fort Smith in Arkansas.
This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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 Albuquerque and Fort Smith. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.
How to Get from Albuquerque to Fort Smith
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 230 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 58 hours
- You could travel this distance about 36 times to circle the Earth's equator