Detroit to Fort Smith: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Detroit from Fort Smith?

The distance from Detroit to Fort Smith is 775.6 miles (1248.2 km) as the crow flies. Fort Smith is located SW of Detroit. By car, the driving distance is approximately 938 miles, taking about 17h 32min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 4min. Both are located in United States — Detroit in Michigan 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 Detroit 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.