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

The cheapest way to get from Independence to Fort Smith is to drive which costs $50 - $80 and takes 4h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Independence to Fort Smith is to drive which takes 4h 48m and costs $50 - $80.

How far is it from Independence to Fort Smith?

The distance between Independence and Fort Smith is 306 miles. The road distance is 288.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Independence to Fort Smith without a car is to bus which takes 6h 48m and costs $30 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 6h 48m to get from Independence to Fort Smith, including transfers.

Bus or fly from Independence to Fort Smith?

The best way to get from Independence to Fort Smith is to bus which takes 6h 48m and costs $30 - $140. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $100 - $550 and takes 7h 15m.

Can I drive from Independence to Fort Smith?

Yes, the driving distance between Independence to Fort Smith is 288 miles. It takes approximately 4h 48m to drive from Independence to Fort Smith.

Where can I stay near Fort Smith?

There are 56+ hotels available in Fort Smith.

Independence to Fort Smith - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Independence to Fort Smith by bus, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kansas City to Fort SmithJefferson 117 / ...
6h 48m
$34–131
Drive 286.8 mi
1. Drive from Independence to Fort Smith286.8 mi
4h 48m
$53–76
Drive to Manhattan Regional Airport, fly
1. Drive from Independence to Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK)
2. Fly from Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK) to Fort Smith Municipal Airport (FSM)MHK - FSM
6h 43m
$97–415
Fly from Kansas City
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Fort Smith Municipal Airport (FSM)MCI - FSM
7h 15m
$102–510

Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK) to Fort Smith Municipal Airport (FSM) flights

20Weekly Planes

4h 41mAverage Duration

$68Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 303.8 mi
Duration: 6h 48m

What companies run services between Independence, MO, USA and Fort Smith, AR, USA?

Jefferson Lines operates a bus from Kansas City to Fort Smith twice daily. Tickets cost $26–120 and the journey takes 4h 50m. Alternatively, American Airlines flies from Kansas City (MCI) to Fort Smith Municipal Airport (FSM) 3 times a day.

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