How far is Hot Springs Village, AR from New Caledonia, AR?
The driving distance from Hot Springs Village, AR to New Caledonia, AR is about 149.3 miles (240.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 113.3 miles (182.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 41m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 50m.
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
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hot Springs Village and New Caledonia.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hot Springs Village and New Caledonia.
-
1
Start on Fresno Road
21 m · 3 sec · Fresno Road
-
2
Turn right onto Carmona Road
2981 ft · 1 min · Carmona Road
-
3
Turn left onto Desoto Boulevard
4.1 mi · 7 min · Desoto Boulevard
-
4
Turn left
7.7 mi · 9 min
-
5
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Hot Springs Bypass
68 m · 3 sec · Hot Springs Bypass
-
6
Exit the roundabout onto Hot Springs Bypass
6 mi · 7 min · Hot Springs Bypass
-
7
Merge slight right onto Doctor Martin Luther King, Junior Expressway
1.9 mi · 2 min · Doctor Martin Luther King, Junior Expressway
-
8
Take the exit slight right
1168 ft · 29 sec
-
9
Keep slight left
25 m · 9 sec
-
10
Turn left onto Malvern Avenue
1 km · 47 sec · Malvern Avenue
-
11
Continue on Malvern Road
12.4 mi · 14 min · Malvern Road
-
12
Take the exit left
1.5 mi · 2 min
-
13
Take the exit slight right toward US 270 East: Malvern
2058 ft · 41 sec
-
14
Turn right
24.3 mi · 28 min
-
15
Turn right onto Sheridan Bypass
5.2 mi · 7 min · Sheridan Bypass
-
16
Continue on South Rock Street
29.4 mi · 34 min · South Rock Street
-
17
Turn right
4.1 mi · 6 min
-
18
Keep slight left to continue on US 167: El Dorado
41.7 mi · 51 min
-
19
Take the exit left toward US 167 South, AR 7 South: El Dorado, Junction City
15.7 mi · 18 min
-
20
Turn left onto Caledonia Road
1.8 mi · 7 min · Caledonia Road
-
21
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Caledonia Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hot Springs Village 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
Keep slight left to continue on US 167: El Dorado
41.7 mi · 00h 51m
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 Hot Springs Village and Mostly Sunny then Slight 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 Hot Springs Village to New Caledonia?
The road trip is about 149.3 miles (240.3 km) and usually takes 02h 50m 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?
Carthage is a useful midpoint, sitting about 78.9 miles from Hot Springs Village and 70.4 miles from New Caledonia.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 113.3 miles (182.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 36 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 12:48 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.96 one way or $39.91 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 46.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Hot Springs Village and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near New Caledonia.
Stop Ideas Near Carthage
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 Carthage.
Malvern station
Arkadelphia station
Little Rock Union Station
Hope
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hot Springs Village and New Caledonia. Straight-line distance: 113.32 mi (182.37 km).
#1 Hot Springs Village
Census-designated place in Garland County, Arkansas
| Population | 12,807 |
| Coordinates | 34.6720400, -92.9987900 |
| Altitude | 239 |
| 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: 240 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 58m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 51m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $19.96 | $39.91 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $22.44 | $44.89 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $24.37 | $48.75 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $28.54 | $57.07 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Arkansas · May 30, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.