Fort Smith to Shreveport: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Fort Smith from Shreveport?

The distance from Fort Smith to Shreveport is 201.1 miles (323.7 km) as the crow flies. Shreveport is located S of Fort Smith. By car, the driving distance is approximately 251.4 miles, taking about 5h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 54min. Both are located in United States — Fort Smith in Arkansas and Shreveport in Louisiana.

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 Shreveport. 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.