How far is McGehee, AR from New Caledonia, AR?
The driving distance from McGehee, AR to New Caledonia, AR is about 104.8 miles (168.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 83.3 miles (134 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 55m 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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between McGehee and New Caledonia.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between McGehee and New Caledonia.
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Start on North 4th Street
23 m · 6 sec · North 4th Street
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Turn right onto Holly Street
1047 ft · 23 sec · Holly Street
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Turn right onto North 1st Street
1.6 mi · 2 min · North 1st Street
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Turn right
4.2 mi · 5 min
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Turn right
19.4 mi · 29 min
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Turn right
19.4 mi · 23 min
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Turn left onto North Main Street
6.9 mi · 8 min · North Main Street
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Turn right
49.9 mi · 57 min
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Take the exit slight right
1041 ft · 25 sec
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Keep slight left
57 m · 6 sec
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Turn left onto Junction City Highway
1.2 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 McGehee 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
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49.9 mi · 00h 57m
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.
Sunny leaving McGehee 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 McGehee to New Caledonia?
The road trip is about 104.8 miles (168.6 km) and usually takes 01h 57m 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?
North Crossett is a useful midpoint, sitting about 57 miles from McGehee and 47.8 miles from New Caledonia.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 83.3 miles (134 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.5 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 2:34 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.01 one way or $28.02 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 32.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around McGehee and Sunny near New Caledonia.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between McGehee and New Caledonia. Straight-line distance: 83.25 mi (133.97 km).
#1 McGehee
City in Desha County, Arkansas, United States
| Population | 3,599 |
| Coordinates | 33.6290000, -91.3995600 |
| Altitude | 44 |
| 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: 169 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 37m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 18m |
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 | $14.01 | $28.02 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $15.76 | $31.52 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $17.11 | $34.23 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $20.04 | $40.07 |
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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