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

The cheapest way to get from Nashville to Fort Smith is to drive which costs $90 - $130 and takes 7h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nashville to Fort Smith is to fly and drive which takes 4h 20m and costs $120 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Nashville and Fort Smith?

No, there is no direct bus from Nashville station to Fort Smith. However, there are services departing from Nashville Bus Station and arriving at Van Buren/ Ft Smith Bus Depot via Memphis Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 26m.

How far is it from Nashville to Fort Smith?

The distance between Nashville and Fort Smith is 542 miles. The road distance is 496.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Nashville to Fort Smith without a car is to bus which takes 10h 26m and costs $110 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 10h 26m to get from Nashville to Fort Smith, including transfers.

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

Nashville to Fort Smith bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Nashville Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Nashville to Fort Smith?

The best way to get from Nashville to Fort Smith is to bus which takes 10h 26m and costs $110 - $180. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $140 - $500 and takes 6h 20m.

Where does the Nashville to Fort Smith bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nashville to Fort Smith?

Yes, the driving distance between Nashville to Fort Smith is 496 miles. It takes approximately 7h 52m to drive from Nashville to Fort Smith.

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

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Where can I stay near Fort Smith?

There are 65+ hotels available in Fort Smith.

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There are 4 ways to get from Nashville to Fort Smith by bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, or plane

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best
1. Take the bus from Nashville Bus Station to Memphis Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0600 / ...
2. Take the bus from Memphis Bus Station to Van Buren/ Ft Smith Bus Depotbus Greyhound US1148S
10h 26m
$114–172
Drive 493.5 mi
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1. Drive from Nashville to Fort Smithcar 493.5 mi
7h 52m
$91–131
Fly to Fort Smith Municipal Airport
1. Fly from Nashville (BNA) to Fort Smith Municipal Airport (FSM)plane BNA - FSM
6h 20m
$149–502
Fly to Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport, drive
1. Fly from Nashville (BNA) to Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport (XNA)plane BNA - XNA
2. Drive from Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport (XNA) to Fort Smithcar
4h 20m
$125–722

Nashville (BNA) to Fort Smith Municipal Airport (FSM) flights

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5h 35mAverage Duration

$105Cheapest Price

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Distance: 538.6 mi
Duration: 10h 26m

What companies run services between Nashville, TN, USA and Fort Smith, AR, USA?

You can take a bus from Nashville Bus Station to Fort Smith via Memphis Bus Station and Van Buren/ Ft Smith Bus Depot in around 10h 26m. Alternatively, American Airlines and Frontier Airlines fly from Nashville (BNA) to Fort Smith Municipal Airport (FSM) 4 times a day.

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