How far is Calico Rock, AR from New Caledonia, AR?
The driving distance from Calico Rock, AR to New Caledonia, AR is about 255.4 miles (411.1 km), with a travel time of about 04h 40m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 213.9 miles (344.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 20m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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City in Arkansas, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Calico Rock and New Caledonia.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Calico Rock and New Caledonia.
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Start on the route
1.8 mi · 3 min
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Turn right onto Spring Creek Road
1.4 mi · 5 min · Spring Creek Road
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At the end of the road, turn right
10.4 mi · 18 min
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Turn right onto State Highway 9
2.5 mi · 4 min · State Highway 9
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Continue on Dixon Street
3.9 mi · 6 min · Dixon Street
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Continue on Main Street
13.3 mi · 20 min · Main Street
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Continue on North Central Avenue
15.8 mi · 24 min · North Central Avenue
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Turn left onto East Boswell Street
844 ft · 17 sec · East Boswell Street
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Turn slight right onto Harrison Street
2834 ft · 1 min · Harrison Street
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Turn right onto South Saint Louis Street
2601 ft · 1 min · South Saint Louis Street
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Continue on Batesville Boulevard
32.9 mi · 44 min · Batesville Boulevard
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Take the exit right
55.2 mi · 57 min
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Merge slight left
1.5 km · 1 min
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Take the exit slight left toward I 30 West, US 65 South, US 67 South, US 167 South: Little Rock
4.9 mi · 7 min
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Keep slight left
10 mi · 10 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 167 South: Sheridan, Fordyce, El Dorado
56 mi · 1 hr 6 min
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Turn right
4.1 mi · 6 min
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Keep slight left to continue on US 167: El Dorado
41.7 mi · 51 min
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Take the exit left toward US 167 South, AR 7 South: El Dorado, Junction City
15.7 mi · 18 min
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Turn left onto Caledonia Road
1.8 mi · 7 min · Caledonia Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Caledonia Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Calico Rock and New Caledonia.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
US 167 South
Take the exit slight right toward US 167 South: Sheridan, Fordyce, El Dorado
56 mi · 01h 06m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Calico Rock and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near New Caledonia.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Calico Rock to New Caledonia?
The road trip is about 255.4 miles (411.1 km) and usually takes 04h 40m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Sherwood is a useful midpoint, sitting about 136.8 miles from Calico Rock and 118.6 miles from New Caledonia.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 213.9 miles (344.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 41.5 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:40 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $34.12 one way or $68.24 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 80.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Calico Rock and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near New Caledonia.
Stop Ideas Near Sherwood
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Calico Rock and New Caledonia. Straight-line distance: 213.88 mi (344.2 km).
#1 Calico Rock
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 1,688 |
| Coordinates | 36.1195100, -92.1359900 |
| Altitude | 125 |
| Country | United States |
#2 New Caledonia
A town located in Clay County, Arkansas.
| Population | 10 |
| Coordinates | 33.0551400, -92.6676600 |
| Altitude | 56 |
| Country | United States |
End: Caledonia Road (-92.667663, 33.055126)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 411 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 11m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.79 | $34.12 | $68.24 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $38.37 | $76.75 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $41.67 | $83.34 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $48.79 | $97.58 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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