What is the cheapest way to get from Poplar Bluff to Fort Smith?

The cheapest way to get from Poplar Bluff to Fort Smith is to drive which costs $55 - $90 and takes 5h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Poplar Bluff to Fort Smith?

The fastest way to get from Poplar Bluff to Fort Smith is to drive which takes 5h 41m and costs $55 - $90.

How far is it from Poplar Bluff to Fort Smith?

The distance between Poplar Bluff and Fort Smith is 584 miles. The road distance is 325.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poplar Bluff to Fort Smith without a car is to train and bus which takes 17h 53m and costs $190 - $380.

How long does it take to get from Poplar Bluff to Fort Smith?

It takes approximately 11h 57m to get from Poplar Bluff to Fort Smith, including transfers.

Can I drive from Poplar Bluff to Fort Smith?

Yes, the driving distance between Poplar Bluff to Fort Smith is 326 miles. It takes approximately 5h 41m to drive from Poplar Bluff to Fort Smith.

Where can I stay near Fort Smith?

There are 61+ hotels available in Fort Smith.

Poplar Bluff to Fort Smith - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Poplar Bluff to Fort Smith by car, bus, or train

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Drive, bus
best
1. Drive from Poplar Bluff to Cape Girardeaucar
2. Take the bus from Cape Girardeau to Memphis Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Memphis Bus Station to Van Buren/ Ft Smith Bus Depotbus
11h 57m
$121–190
Drive 323.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Poplar Bluff to Fort Smithcar 323.9 mi
5h 41m
$60–86
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Poplar Bluff Station to Longviewtrain
2. Take the bus from Longview Bus Station to Texarkanabus
3. Take the bus from Texarkana to Fort Smith Van Burenbus
17h 53m
$195–376

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Distance: 581 mi
Duration: 11h 57m

What companies run services between Poplar Bluff, MO, USA and Fort Smith, AR, USA?

There is no direct connection from Poplar Bluff to Fort Smith. However, you can drive to Cape Girardeau, take the bus to Memphis Bus Station, take the bus to Van Buren/ Ft Smith Bus Depot, then take the taxi to Fort Smith. Alternatively, you can take a train from Poplar Bluff Station to Fort Smith via Longview, Longview Bus Station, Texarkana, and Fort Smith Van Buren in around 17h 53m.

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