What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Fort Smith?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Fort Smith is to drive which costs $120 - $180 and takes 11h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Fort Smith?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Fort Smith is to fly and bus which takes 6h 15m and costs $130 - $550.

How far is it from Chicago to Fort Smith?

The distance between Chicago and Fort Smith is 618 miles. The road distance is 683.9 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago to Fort Smith without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to Fort Smith without a car is to train and bus which takes 14h 7m and costs $100 - $310.

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Fort Smith?

It takes approximately 6h 15m to get from Chicago to Fort Smith, including transfers.

Can I drive from Chicago to Fort Smith?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Fort Smith is 684 miles. It takes approximately 11h 45m to drive from Chicago to Fort Smith.

Where can I stay near Fort Smith?

There are 51+ hotels available in Fort Smith.

Chicago to Fort Smith - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Chicago to Fort Smith by plane, bus, train, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly, bus
best
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport (XNA)ORD - XNA
2. Take the bus from Fayetteville to Fort Smith
6h 15m
$136–551
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Kansas CitySouthwest Chief / ...
2. Take the bus from Kansas City to Fort SmithJefferson 117 / ...
14h 7m
$101–303
Bus via New South Memphis
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Memphis Bus StationGreyhound US0125
2. Take the bus from Memphis Bus Station to Van Buren/ Ft Smith Bus DepotGreyhound US1148S
16h 21m
$123–327
Drive 679.9 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Fort Smith679.9 mi
11h 45m
$125–180
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - Chicago to Shell gas station - Texarkana, TXMilwaukee
2. Take the bus from Texarkana to Fort SmithJefferson 112 / ...
22h 14m
$158–373

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport (XNA) flights

53Weekly Planes

2h 9mAverage Duration

$72Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Chicago to Fort Smith.

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Distance: 614.7 mi
Duration: 6h 15m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Fort Smith, AR, USA?

You can take a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Fort Smith via Memphis Bus Station and Van Buren/ Ft Smith Bus Depot in around 16h 21m.

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