How far is Glenwood, AR from New Caledonia, AR?
The driving distance from Glenwood, AR to New Caledonia, AR is about 125.7 miles (202.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 31m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 101.5 miles (163.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 03m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 31m.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Glenwood and New Caledonia.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Glenwood and New Caledonia.
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Start on North 2nd Street
28 m · 6 sec · North 2nd Street
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Turn right onto Broadway Street
673 ft · 16 sec · Broadway Street
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Continue on Elm Street
1574 ft · 34 sec · Elm Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Elm Street
986 ft · 22 sec · Elm Street
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Turn left
7.3 mi · 13 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward East Thompson Street
48 m · 3 sec · East Thompson Street
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Exit the roundabout onto East Thompson Street
26.9 mi · 47 min · East Thompson Street
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Turn right onto North 10th Street
527 ft · 16 sec · North 10th Street
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Turn left onto Caddo Street
13.4 mi · 20 min · Caddo Street
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Turn slight right
9 mi · 13 min
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Turn right
24.2 mi · 36 min
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Van Buren Street
1.9 mi · 3 min · Van Buren Street
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Turn left onto North Adams Avenue
1.5 mi · 2 min · North Adams Avenue
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Continue on Dr Martin Luther King Expressway
32.9 mi · 37 min · Dr Martin Luther King Expressway
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Continue on Barnett Drive
1377 ft · 18 sec · Barnett Drive
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Continue on Junction City Highway
9 mi · 10 min · Junction City Highway
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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 Glenwood and New Caledonia.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Dr Martin Luther King Expressway
Continue on Dr Martin Luther King Expressway
32.9 mi · 00h 37m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Glenwood and Mostly Cloudy then 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 Glenwood to New Caledonia?
The road trip is about 125.7 miles (202.3 km) and usually takes 02h 31m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Sparkman is a useful midpoint, sitting about 64.6 miles from Glenwood and 61.2 miles from New Caledonia.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 101.5 miles (163.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.2 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:26 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.81 one way or $33.63 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 39.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Glenwood and Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near New Caledonia.
Stop Ideas Near Sparkman
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Sparkman.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Glenwood and New Caledonia. Straight-line distance: 101.47 mi (163.3 km).
#1 Glenwood
City in Montgomery and Pike counties in Arkansas, United States
| Population | 2,057 |
| Coordinates | 34.3267700, -93.5507400 |
| Altitude | 171 |
| 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: 202 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 30m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 05m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 34m |
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 | $16.81 | $33.63 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $18.91 | $37.82 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $20.54 | $41.07 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $24.04 | $48.09 |
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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