How far is Highland, AR from New Caledonia, AR?
The driving distance from Highland, AR to New Caledonia, AR is about 123 miles (197.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 23m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 92.9 miles (149.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 46m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 23m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Arkansas, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Highland and New Caledonia.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Highland and New Caledonia.
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Start on Pike County 210 Road/Gyp Mine Road
1.1 mi · 4 min · Pike County 210 Road/Gyp Mine Road
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At the end of the road, turn right
8.7 mi · 15 min
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Turn left
632 ft · 12 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right
26.5 mi · 38 min
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Turn left onto West 3rd Street
1478 ft · 29 sec · West 3rd Street
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Turn right onto South Main Street
1.5 mi · 3 min · South Main Street
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Turn right onto West 23rd Street
2013 ft · 34 sec · West 23rd Street
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Continue on South Main Street
21.4 mi · 32 min · South Main Street
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Turn left onto East 6th Street
109 m · 8 sec · East 6th Street
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Turn right onto Maple Street
1788 ft · 38 sec · Maple Street
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Turn left onto East 1st Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · East 1st Street
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Continue on US Highway 82
2.6 mi · 3 min · US Highway 82
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Continue on West Antigo Street
18.8 mi · 21 min · West Antigo Street
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Turn right
2.2 mi · 3 min
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Turn left
30.7 mi · 35 min
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Take the exit straight
4.5 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right
1101 ft · 27 sec
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Keep slight right
70 m · 6 sec
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Merge slight left onto Junction City Highway
1 mi · 1 min · Junction City Highway
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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 Highland 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.
Longest stretch
Turn left
30.7 mi · 00h 35m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Highland 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 Highland to New Caledonia?
The road trip is about 123 miles (197.9 km) and usually takes 02h 23m 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?
Stamps is a useful midpoint, sitting about 66.4 miles from Highland and 56.5 miles from New Caledonia.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 92.9 miles (149.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 30.1 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 1:44 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.44 one way or $32.87 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 38.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Highland and Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near New Caledonia.
Stop Ideas Near Stamps
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 Stamps.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Highland and New Caledonia. Straight-line distance: 92.91 mi (149.52 km).
#1 Highland
City in Sharp County, Arkansas, United States
| Population | 1,105 |
| Coordinates | 34.0353900, -93.7721300 |
| Altitude | 177 |
| 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: 198 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 05m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 32m |
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 | $16.44 | $32.87 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $18.48 | $36.97 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $20.07 | $40.14 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $23.50 | $47.00 |
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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