Fort Smith to Memphis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

245.9 miles 395.7 km · straight line
286.5 miles actual route 461 km · driving distance
4h 56min estimated drive time
$28 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
93° E bearing direction

How far is Fort Smith from Memphis?

The distance from Fort Smith to Memphis is 245.9 miles (395.7 km) as the crow flies. Memphis is located E of Fort Smith. By car, the driving distance is approximately 286.5 miles, taking about 4h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States — Fort Smith in Arkansas and Memphis in Tennessee.

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 Fort Smith and Memphis. 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.

How to Get from Fort Smith to Memphis

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 56min $28 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 55min $23–$43* Budget
Train ~4h 41min $34–$100* Comfort

For 2+ travelers, driving is usually cheaper. Solo? Consider the bus.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

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Quick Facts

Fort Smith
35.39°N, 94.40°W
America/Chicago
134m elevation
Memphis
35.15°N, 90.05°W
America/Chicago
102m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 82 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 101.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM