Fort Smith to Roswell, New Mexico: Road Trip Guide & Distance

593.2 miles 954.7 km · straight line
711.8 miles estimated 1145.6 km · driving distance
14h 19min estimated drive time
$69 - $84 estimated fuel cost
~1h 42min flight time
259° W bearing direction

How far is Fort Smith from Roswell, New Mexico?

The distance from Fort Smith to Roswell, New Mexico is 593.2 miles (954.7 km) as the crow flies. Roswell, New Mexico is located W of Fort Smith. By car, the driving distance is approximately 711.8 miles, taking about 14h 19min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 42min. Both are located in United States — Fort Smith in Arkansas and Roswell, New Mexico in New Mexico.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Fort Smith and Roswell, New Mexico. 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 Roswell, New Mexico

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 19min $69 - $84 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 42min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~17h 11min $57–$107* Budget
Train ~18h 37min $85–$249* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Fort Smith & Roswell, New Mexico

Quick Facts

Fort Smith
35.39°N, 94.40°W
America/Chicago
134m elevation
Roswell, New Mexico
33.39°N, 104.52°W
America/Denver
1090m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 198 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 49 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 42 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients