How far is Mount Ida, AR from New Caledonia, AR?
The driving distance from Mount Ida, AR to New Caledonia, AR is about 147.1 miles (236.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 117.6 miles (189.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 56m 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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City in Arkansas, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Mount Ida and New Caledonia.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mount Ida and New Caledonia.
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Start on Elder Lane
45 m · 12 sec · Elder Lane
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Turn left onto Whittington Street
79 m · 7 sec · Whittington Street
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Turn slight left onto West Street
794 ft · 22 sec · West Street
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Merge slight left
32.5 mi · 37 min
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Take the exit straight
3.7 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward AR 88
1358 ft · 33 sec
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Keep slight right
65 m · 5 sec
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Turn slight right onto Higdon Ferry Road
1.4 mi · 3 min · Higdon Ferry Road
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Take the ramp slight right
63 m · 6 sec
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Merge slight left onto Central Avenue
7.1 mi · 8 min · Central Avenue
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Continue on Central Avenue
19.6 mi · 23 min · Central Avenue
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Continue on North 10th Street
3.8 mi · 6 min · North 10th Street
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Turn left onto Caddo Street
13.4 mi · 20 min · Caddo Street
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Turn slight right
9 mi · 13 min
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Turn right
24.2 mi · 36 min
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Van Buren Street
1.9 mi · 3 min · Van Buren Street
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Turn left onto North Adams Avenue
1.5 mi · 2 min · North Adams Avenue
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Continue on Dr Martin Luther King Expressway
32.9 mi · 37 min · Dr Martin Luther King Expressway
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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 Mount Ida 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.
Dr Martin Luther King Expressway
Continue on Dr Martin Luther King Expressway
32.9 mi · 00h 37m
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 Mount Ida and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near New Caledonia.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Mount Ida to New Caledonia?
The road trip is about 147.1 miles (236.8 km) and usually takes 02h 58m 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?
Sparkman is a useful midpoint, sitting about 81.4 miles from Mount Ida and 65.7 miles from New Caledonia.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 117.6 miles (189.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 29.5 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 12:34 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.65 one way or $39.31 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 46.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Mount Ida and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near New Caledonia.
Stop Ideas Near Sparkman
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mount Ida and New Caledonia. Straight-line distance: 117.66 mi (189.35 km).
#1 Mount Ida
City in Montgomery County, Arkansas, United States
| Population | 1,005 |
| Coordinates | 34.5567600, -93.6340800 |
| Altitude | 203 |
| 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: 237 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 54m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 56m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 50m |
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 | $19.65 | $39.31 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $22.10 | $44.21 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $24.00 | $48.01 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $28.10 | $56.21 |
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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