Fort Smith to Lawrence, Kansas: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Fort Smith from Lawrence, Kansas?

The distance from Fort Smith to Lawrence, Kansas is 252 miles (405.5 km) as the crow flies. Lawrence, Kansas is located N of Fort Smith. By car, the driving distance is approximately 315 miles, taking about 6h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States — Fort Smith in Arkansas and Lawrence, Kansas in Kansas.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Fort Smith and Lawrence, Kansas. 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.