Fort Smith to Paragould: Road Trip Guide & Distance

223.7 miles 360 km · straight line
279.6 miles estimated 450 km · driving distance
5h 38min estimated drive time
$27 - $33 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
77° ENE bearing direction

How far is Fort Smith from Paragould?

The distance from Fort Smith to Paragould is 223.7 miles (360 km) as the crow flies. Paragould is located ENE of Fort Smith. By car, the driving distance is approximately 279.6 miles, taking about 5h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States.

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 Paragould. 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 Fort Smith to Paragould

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 38min $27 - $33 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 46min $22–$42* Budget
Train ~5h 21min $34–$98* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Fort Smith & Paragould

Quick Facts

Fort Smith
35.39°N, 94.40°W
America/Chicago
134m elevation
Paragould
36.06°N, 90.50°W
America/Chicago
92m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 75 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 111.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients