What is the cheapest way to get from Denver Airport (DEN) to Fort Smith?

The cheapest way to get from Denver Airport (DEN) to Fort Smith is to drive which costs $140 - $210 and takes 12h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Denver Airport (DEN) to Fort Smith?

The fastest way to get from Denver Airport (DEN) to Fort Smith is to fly and drive which takes 3h 13m and costs $110 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Denver Airport (DEN) and Fort Smith?

No, there is no direct bus from Denver Airport (DEN) station to Fort Smith. However, there are services departing from Denver Union Station and arriving at Fort Smith Van Buren via Kansas City. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 52m.

How far is it from Denver Airport (DEN) to Fort Smith?

The distance between Denver Airport (DEN) and Fort Smith is 694 miles. The road distance is 789.4 miles.

How do I travel from Denver Airport (DEN) to Fort Smith without a car?

The best way to get from Denver Airport (DEN) to Fort Smith without a car is to bus which takes 18h 52m and costs $170 - $310.

How long does it take to get from Denver Airport (DEN) to Fort Smith?

It takes approximately 3h 13m to get from Denver Airport (DEN) to Fort Smith, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Denver Airport (DEN) to Fort Smith bus from?

Denver Airport (DEN) to Fort Smith bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Denver Union Station.

Bus or fly from Denver Airport (DEN) to Fort Smith?

The best way to get from Denver Airport (DEN) to Fort Smith is to bus which takes 18h 52m and costs $170 - $310. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $90 - $430 and takes 5h 11m.

Where does the Denver Airport (DEN) to Fort Smith bus arrive?

Denver Airport (DEN) to Fort Smith bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Kansas City Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Denver Airport (DEN) and Fort Smith?

Fort Smith is 1h ahead of Denver Airport (DEN). It is currently 6:20 PM in Denver Airport (DEN) and 7:20 PM in Fort Smith.

Can I drive from Denver Airport (DEN) to Fort Smith?

Yes, the driving distance between Denver Airport (DEN) to Fort Smith is 789 miles. It takes approximately 12h 43m to drive from Denver Airport (DEN) to Fort Smith.

Where can I stay near Fort Smith?

There are 58+ hotels available in Fort Smith.

Denver Airport (DEN) to Fort Smith - 5 ways to travel via plane, car, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Denver Airport (DEN) to Fort Smith by plane, car, bus (Greyhound), or bus

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Fly to Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport, drive
best
1. Fly from Denver (DEN) to Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport (XNA)plane DEN - XNA
2. Drive from Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport (XNA) to Fort Smithcar
3h 13m
$110–528
Fly to Fort Smith Municipal Airport
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1. Fly from Denver (DEN) to Fort Smith Municipal Airport (FSM)plane DEN - FSM
5h 11m
$94–427
Bus
1. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Kansas City Bus Stationbus Greyhound US1200 / ...
2. Take the bus from Kansas City to Fort Smith Van Burenbus Jefferson Lines 113 / ...
18h 52m
$178–301
Drive 784.8 mi
1. Drive from Denver Airport (DEN) to Fort Smithcar 784.8 mi
12h 43m
$144–207
Fly to Joplin Regional Airport, bus
1. Fly from Denver (DEN) to Joplin Regional Airport (JLN)plane DEN - JLN
2. Take the bus from Joplin to Fort Smith Van Burenbus
5h 16m
$129–447

Denver (DEN) to Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport (XNA) flights

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Distance: 689.9 mi
Duration: 3h 13m

What companies run services between Denver Airport (DEN), USA and Fort Smith, AR, USA?

You can take a train from Denver Airport Station to Fort Smith via Union Station, Denver Union Station, Kansas City Bus Station, Kansas City, and Fort Smith Van Buren in around 18h 52m. Alternatively, American Airlines, Frontier Airlines, and United Airlines fly from Denver (DEN) to Fort Smith Municipal Airport (FSM) 4 times a day.

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