How far is Marked Tree, AR from New Caledonia, AR?
The driving distance from Marked Tree, AR to New Caledonia, AR is about 272 miles (437.7 km), with a travel time of about 04h 31m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 213.9 miles (344.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 02m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 31m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
The most populous city in Pulaski County, Arkansas.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Marked Tree and New Caledonia.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Marked Tree and New Caledonia.
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Start on Railroad Street
15 m · 4 sec · Railroad Street
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Turn left onto Elm Street
132 m · 13 sec · Elm Street
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Turn right onto Frisco Street
542 ft · 15 sec · Frisco Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Gayosa
3178 ft · 1 min · Gayosa
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Take the ramp right
3.9 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right
1361 ft · 36 sec
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Turn left onto State Highway 14
2616 ft · 44 sec · State Highway 14
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Continue on State Highway 14
2.5 mi · 4 min · State Highway 14
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Continue on West Jackson Street
12.3 mi · 18 min · West Jackson Street
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Continue on State Highway 14
11 mi · 16 min · State Highway 14
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Continue on Main Street
6.1 mi · 9 min · Main Street
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Continue on Amagon Street
4.1 mi · 6 min · Amagon Street
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Continue on State Highway 14
6.5 mi · 10 min · State Highway 14
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Continue on State Highway 14
2.1 mi · 4 min · State Highway 14
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Take the ramp left
1303 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left
80 mi · 1 hr 22 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 Marked Tree and New Caledonia.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
State Highway 14
Merge slight left
80 mi · 01h 22m
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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Marked Tree 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 Marked Tree to New Caledonia?
The road trip is about 272 miles (437.7 km) and usually takes 04h 31m 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?
North Little Rock is a useful midpoint, sitting about 132.7 miles from Marked Tree and 139.2 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 58.1 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:58 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $36.36 one way or $72.71 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 85.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Marked Tree and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near New Caledonia.
Stop Ideas Near North Little Rock
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 North Little Rock.
Little Rock Union Station
Malvern station
Arkadelphia station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Marked Tree and New Caledonia. Straight-line distance: 213.89 mi (344.23 km).
#1 Marked Tree
City in Poinsett County, Arkansas, United States of America
| Population | 2,383 |
| Coordinates | 35.5328600, -90.4206600 |
| Altitude | 67 |
| 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: 438 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 53m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 23m |
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 | $36.36 | $72.71 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $40.89 | $81.77 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $44.40 | $88.80 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $51.98 | $103.97 |
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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