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

The cheapest way to get from Fort Smith to Gainesville is to drive which costs $160 - $250 and takes 16h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Fort Smith to Gainesville is to fly which takes 7h 2m and costs $100 - $500.

Is there a direct bus between Fort Smith and Gainesville?

No, there is no direct bus from Fort Smith to Gainesville. However, there are services departing from Van Buren/ Ft Smith Bus Depot and arriving at Gainesville via Memphis Bus Station and Atlanta Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 58m.

How far is it from Fort Smith to Gainesville?

The distance between Fort Smith and Gainesville is 821 miles. The road distance is 931.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Fort Smith to Gainesville without a car is to bus which takes 20h 58m and costs $190 - $310.

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

It takes approximately 7h 2m to get from Fort Smith to Gainesville, including transfers.

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

Fort Smith to Gainesville bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Van Buren/ Ft Smith Bus Depot station.

Bus or fly from Fort Smith to Gainesville?

The best way to get from Fort Smith to Gainesville is to fly which takes 7h 2m and costs $100 - $500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $190 - $310 and takes 20h 58m.

Where does the Fort Smith to Gainesville bus arrive?

Fort Smith to Gainesville bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Memphis Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Fort Smith and Gainesville?

Gainesville is 1h ahead of Fort Smith. It is currently 6:38 AM in Fort Smith and 7:38 AM in Gainesville.

Can I drive from Fort Smith to Gainesville?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort Smith to Gainesville is 932 miles. It takes approximately 16h 1m to drive from Fort Smith to Gainesville.

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

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Where can I stay near Gainesville?

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Fly Fort Smith Municipal Airport to Gainesville Regional Airport
best
1. Fly from Fort Smith Municipal Airport (FSM) to Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV)plane FSM - GNV
7h 2m
$104–491
Drive to Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport, fly to Gainesville Regional Airport
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1. Drive from Fort Smith to Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport (XNA)car
2. Fly from Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport (XNA) to Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV)plane XNA - GNV
7h 9m
$101–452
Bus
1. Take the bus from Van Buren/ Ft Smith Bus Depot to Memphis Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Memphis Bus Station to Atlanta Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Gainesvillebus
20h 58m
$199–301
Drive 926.1 mi
1. Drive from Fort Smith to Gainesvillecar 926.1 mi
16h 1m
$169–245
Fly Fort Smith Municipal Airport to Jacksonville, bus
1. Fly from Fort Smith Municipal Airport (FSM) to Jacksonville (JAX)plane FSM - JAX
2. Take the bus from Jacksonville to Gainesvillebus
9h 23m
$128–578

Fort Smith Municipal Airport (FSM) to Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) flights

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Distance: 816.3 mi
Duration: 7h 2m

What companies run services between Fort Smith, AR, USA and Gainesville, FL, USA?

American Airlines flies from Fort Smith Municipal Airport (FSM) to Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Fort Smith to Gainesville via Van Buren/ Ft Smith Bus Depot, Memphis Bus Station, and Atlanta Bus Station in around 20h 58m.

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How to get fromFort Smith to Gainesvilleby plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, or bus

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

Fly Fort Smith Municipal Airport to Gainesville Regional Airport

Drive to Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport, fly to Gainesville Regional Airport

Bus

Drive 926.1 mi

Fly Fort Smith Municipal Airport to Jacksonville, bus