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

The cheapest way to get from Denver to Fort Smith is to drive which costs $140 - $210 and takes 12h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Denver to Fort Smith is to fly and drive which takes 4h 53m and costs $110 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Denver and Fort Smith?

No, there is no direct bus from Denver 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 17h 15m.

How far is it from Denver to Fort Smith?

The distance between Denver and Fort Smith is 717 miles. The road distance is 796.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Denver to Fort Smith without a car is to bus which takes 17h 15m and costs $160 - $290.

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

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Denver to Fort Smith, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Denver to Fort Smith bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Denver to Fort Smith?

The best way to get from Denver to Fort Smith is to bus which takes 17h 15m and costs $160 - $290. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $120 - $420 and takes 6h 51m.

Where does the Denver to Fort Smith bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Denver and Fort Smith?

Fort Smith is 1h ahead of Denver. It is currently 7:32 AM in Denver and 8:32 AM in Fort Smith.

Can I drive from Denver to Fort Smith?

Yes, the driving distance between Denver to Fort Smith is 796 miles. It takes approximately 12h 52m to drive from Denver to Fort Smith.

How do I get a bus ticket from Denver to Fort Smith?

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Where can I stay near Fort Smith?

There are 53+ hotels available in Fort Smith.

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

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Fly to Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport, drive
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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
4h 53m
$118–580
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 / ...
17h 15m
$169–283
Drive 791.5 mi
1. Drive from Denver to Fort Smithcar 791.5 mi
12h 52m
$145–209
Fly to Fort Smith Municipal Airport
1. Fly from Denver (DEN) to Fort Smith Municipal Airport (FSM)plane DEN - FSM
6h 51m
$127–420

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

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Distance: 713.2 mi
Duration: 4h 53m

What companies run services between Denver, CO, USA and Fort Smith, AR, USA?

You can take a bus from Denver Union Station to Fort Smith via Kansas City Bus Station, Kansas City, and Fort Smith Van Buren in around 17h 15m. 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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