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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Missoula to Fort Smith. Traveling by bus from Missoula to Fort Smith usually takes around 38 hours and 33 minutes, but the fastest Jefferson Lines bus can make the trip in 36 hours and 45 minutes.
Distance | 1286 mi (2070 km) |
Shortest duration | 36h 45m |
Cheapest price | €196.92 |
Most frequent service | Jefferson Lines |
Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Missoula to Fort Smith?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Missoula to Fort Smith. Jefferson Lines is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Jefferson Lines | 2 | 1d 14h 33m | €217.07 |
Jefferson Lines is a well-established intercity bus company with service to some of the Midwest’s top travel destinations. As one of the United States’ largest bus service providers, Jefferson Lines is beloved by students, commuters, and vacationers in America’s heartland. Travel with Jefferson Lines is comfortable thanks to reclining seats, individual climate controls, restrooms, and free WiFi. You can even check the status of your trip with their bus tracker tool. The carrier provides safe, affordable, and reliable service from Missoula to Fort Smith with ticket prices as low as €197.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 38 hours and 33 minutes to cover the 2070 kilometers from Missoula to Fort Smith. However, the fastest bus only takes 36 hours and 45 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Sunday tends to be the busiest day for buses, as many passengers take the bus to Fort Smith at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 10:00 and the last bus leaves at 23:00. To see the times for all buses from Missoula to Fort Smith, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Missoula?
Main departure station: Bus Station
Most buses depart from the main station in Missoula.
All bus stations in Missoula:
Bus Station
Where does the bus arrive in Fort Smith?
Main arrival station: Ft Smith Depot
All buses from Missoula arrive at one main station in Fort Smith.
Bus stations in Fort Smith:
Ft Smith Depot
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