Altus to Fort Smith: Road Trip Guide & Distance

284 miles 457.1 km · straight line
355.1 miles estimated 571.4 km · driving distance
7h 9min estimated drive time
$34 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
78° ENE bearing direction

How far is Altus from Fort Smith?

The distance from Altus to Fort Smith is 284 miles (457.1 km) as the crow flies. Fort Smith is located ENE of Altus. By car, the driving distance is approximately 355.1 miles, taking about 7h 9min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Altus in Oklahoma and Fort Smith in Arkansas.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Altus 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.

How to Get from Altus to Fort Smith

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 9min $34 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 35min $28–$53* Budget
Train ~6h 48min $43–$124* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Altus & Fort Smith

Quick Facts

Altus
34.64°N, 99.33°W
America/Chicago
426m elevation
Fort Smith
35.39°N, 94.40°W
America/Chicago
134m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 95 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 87.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients