Corpus Christi to Fort Smith: Road Trip Guide & Distance

552.9 miles 889.8 km · straight line
663.5 miles estimated 1067.8 km · driving distance
13h 21min estimated drive time
$64 - $79 estimated fuel cost
~1h 37min flight time
18° NNE bearing direction

How far is Corpus Christi from Fort Smith?

The distance from Corpus Christi to Fort Smith is 552.9 miles (889.8 km) as the crow flies. Fort Smith is located NNE of Corpus Christi. By car, the driving distance is approximately 663.5 miles, taking about 13h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 37min. Both are located in United States — Corpus Christi in Texas 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 Corpus Christi 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 Corpus Christi to Fort Smith

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 21min $64 - $79 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 37min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 1min $53–$100* Budget
Train ~17h 21min $80–$232* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Corpus Christi & Fort Smith

Quick Facts

Corpus Christi
27.80°N, 97.40°W
America/Chicago
7m 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 184 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 46 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 45 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients