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

The cheapest way to get from Columbus to Fort Smith is to drive which costs $80 - $120 and takes 7h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Columbus to Fort Smith is to fly and bus which takes 6h 43m and costs $220 - $750.

How far is it from Columbus to Fort Smith?

The distance between Columbus and Fort Smith is 493 miles. The road distance is 454.7 miles.

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

It takes approximately 9h 52m to get from Columbus to Fort Smith, including transfers.

Can I drive from Columbus to Fort Smith?

Yes, the driving distance between Columbus to Fort Smith is 455 miles. It takes approximately 7h 23m to drive from Columbus to Fort Smith.

Where can I stay near Fort Smith?

There are 60+ hotels available in Fort Smith.

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

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

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Drive, bus
best
1. Drive from Columbus to Tupelocar
2. Take the bus from Tupelo to Memphis Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Memphis Bus Station to Van Buren/ Ft Smith Bus Depotbus
9h 52m
$109–167
Drive 452.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Columbus to Fort Smithcar 452.1 mi
7h 23m
$83–120
Fly to Fort Smith Municipal Airport
1. Fly from Golden Triangle Regional Airport (GTR) to Fort Smith Municipal Airport (FSM)plane GTR - FSM
7h 2m
$121–446
Fly to Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport, bus
1. Fly from Golden Triangle Regional Airport (GTR) to Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport (XNA)plane GTR - XNA
2. Take the bus from Fayetteville to Fort Smithbus
6h 43m
$220–707

Golden Triangle Regional Airport (GTR) to Fort Smith Municipal Airport (FSM) flights

7Weekly Planes

6h 37mAverage Duration

$77Cheapest Price

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Distance: 490.3 mi
Duration: 9h 52m

What companies run services between Columbus, MS, USA and Fort Smith, AR, USA?

American Airlines flies from Golden Triangle Regional Airport (GTR) to Fort Smith Municipal Airport (FSM) once daily.

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