How far is Marshall, AR from New Caledonia, AR?

The driving distance from Marshall, AR to New Caledonia, AR is about 227.2 miles (365.7 km), with a travel time of about 03h 57m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 197.2 miles (317.3 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 55m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
227.25 mi
03h 57m
Flight
197.19 mi
317.35 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
197.19 mi
Kilometers
317.35 km
Flight Time
00h 23m

Driving Distance

Road route
227.25 mi
Kilometers
365.73 km
Drive Time
03h 57m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 03h 57m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in New Caledonia
Wed, May 13, 12:50 AM CDT
Return by in Marshall
Wed, May 13, 4:48 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Marshall
2026-05-12T20:53
Arrive New Caledonia
Wed, May 13, 12:50 AM CDT
Route Timing
03h 57m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:58 AM to 11:58 AM CDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
9:04 AM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Marshall
9:00 PM CDT
Early departure recommended

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.

Mid-route stop
East End
AR

Census-designated place in Saline County, Arkansas

From Marshall
113.5 mi
01h 58m
To New Caledonia
113.8 mi
01h 58m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
79°F
Tuesday

Sunny

Starts
Tue, May 12 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 mph SSW
Destination
82°F
Tuesday

Sunny

Starts
Tue, May 12 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph NE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Marshall and New Caledonia.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Marshall and New Caledonia.

  1. 1

    Start on Center Street

    577 ft · 16 sec · Center Street

  2. 2

    Turn right

    26.7 mi · 37 min

  3. 3

    Continue straight

    38.1 mi · 54 min

  4. 4

    Take the exit left

    28 mi · 29 min

  5. 5

    Take the exit slight right

    4.6 mi · 6 min

  6. 6

    Keep slight left

    10 mi · 10 min

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward US 167 South: Sheridan, Fordyce, El Dorado

    56 mi · 1 hr 6 min

  8. 8

    Turn right

    4.1 mi · 6 min

  9. 9

    Keep slight left to continue on US 167: El Dorado

    41.7 mi · 51 min

  10. 10

    Take the exit left toward US 167 South, AR 7 South: El Dorado, Junction City

    15.7 mi · 18 min

  11. 11

    Turn left onto Caledonia Road

    1.8 mi · 7 min · Caledonia Road

  12. 12

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Caledonia Road

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Marshall and New Caledonia.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
12 steps
3 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
0 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
5.3 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Center Street
80.8 mi · 36%
US 167 South
71.7 mi · 32%
US 167
41.7 mi · 18%
Caledonia Road
1.77 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

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.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
03h 57m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
07h 56m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+30 mi
197.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
East End
01h 58m from Marshall
Leave By
9:04 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Marshall and Sunny near New Caledonia.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Marshall to New Caledonia?

The road trip is about 227.2 miles (365.7 km) and usually takes 03h 57m 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?

East End is a useful midpoint, sitting about 113.5 miles from Marshall and 113.8 miles from New Caledonia.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 197.2 miles (317.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 30 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 9:04 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $30.37 one way or $60.74 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 71.3 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Marshall and Sunny near New Caledonia.

Stop Ideas Near East End

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around East End, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to East End.

RAIL

Little Rock Union Station

23 mi away
1400 West Markham Street
RAIL

Malvern station

48 mi away
200 East First St.
RAIL

Arkadelphia station

81 mi away
798 South 5th St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Marshall and New Caledonia. Straight-line distance: 197.19 mi (317.35 km).

Marshall

#1 Marshall

City in Searcy County, Arkansas, United States

Population1,327
Coordinates35.9089600, -92.6312700
Altitude317
CountryUnited States
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#2 New Caledonia

A town located in Clay County, Arkansas.

Population10
Coordinates33.0551400, -92.6676600
Altitude56
CountryUnited States
Start: Center Street (-92.63159, 35.908947)
End: Caledonia Road (-92.667663, 33.055126)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 366 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)07h 34m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)05h 40m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)04h 32m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 47m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)03h 14m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 50m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
8.02 gal
30.36 L · about $30.37
Round trip
$60.74
16.04 gal · 60.72 L
Estimated CO2
71.3 kg one way
Round trip: 142.5 kg / 314 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $30.37 $60.74
Mid-grade $4.26 $34.16 $68.31
Premium $4.63 $37.09 $74.19
Diesel $5.42 $43.43 $86.86

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 13, 2026

There is no time difference between Marshall and New Caledonia. The current time is 20:53:08.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.