Fort Smith to Meridian: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Fort Smith from Meridian?

The distance from Fort Smith to Meridian is 387.6 miles (623.8 km) as the crow flies. Meridian is located ESE of Fort Smith. By car, the driving distance is approximately 465.2 miles, taking about 9h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 17min. Both are located in United States — Fort Smith in Arkansas and Meridian in Mississippi.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Meridian. 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.