Baltimore to Fort Smith: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Baltimore from Fort Smith?

The distance from Baltimore to Fort Smith is 1011.7 miles (1628.2 km) as the crow flies. Fort Smith is located W of Baltimore. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1200.9 miles, taking about 21h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 32min. Both are located in United States — Baltimore in Maryland 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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Baltimore 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.