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

The estimated driving distance from New Caledonia, AR to Flippin, AR is about 262.9 miles (423.1 km), with a travel time of about 04h 36m by car.

  • This page is using an estimated road distance while the full route geometry is refreshed.
  • The straight-line flight distance is about 222.8 miles (358.5 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 13m 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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Quick Snapshot
Road
262.88 mi
04h 36m · estimated
Flight
222.78 mi
358.53 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
222.78 mi
Kilometers
358.53 km
Flight Time
00h 26m

Driving Distance

Estimated road route
262.88 mi
Estimated
Kilometers
423.07 km
Drive Time
04h 36m

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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 36m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Flippin
Sat, Apr 11, 4:27 AM CDT
Return by in New Caledonia
Sat, Apr 11, 9:03 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave New Caledonia
2026-04-10T23:50
Arrive Flippin
Sat, Apr 11, 4:27 AM CDT
Route Timing
04h 36m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
10:37 AM to 12:37 PM CDT

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

Leave by
7:46 AM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in New Caledonia
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
Benton
AR

City in Arkansas, USA

From New Caledonia
111.4 mi
02h 18m
To Flippin
151.5 mi
02h 18m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
83°F
Friday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Fri, Apr 10 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph SE
Destination
82°F
Friday

Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Fri, Apr 10 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 mph SSW

Driving Route Map

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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

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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
04h 36m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
09h 14m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+40.1 mi
222.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Benton
02h 18m from New Caledonia
Leave By
7:46 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving New Caledonia and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Flippin.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 262.9 miles (423.1 km) and usually takes 04h 36m 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?

Benton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 111.4 miles from New Caledonia and 151.5 miles from Flippin.

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

The direct path is about 222.8 miles (358.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 40.1 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 7:46 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $35.14 one way or $70.29 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 82.5 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around New Caledonia and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Flippin.

Stop Ideas Near Benton

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

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Benton, 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 Benton.

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Malvern station

30 mi away
200 East First St.
RAIL

Little Rock Union Station

34 mi away
1400 West Markham Street
RAIL

Arkadelphia station

66 mi away
798 South 5th St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between New Caledonia and Flippin. Straight-line distance: 222.78 mi (358.53 km).

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#1 New Caledonia

A town located in Clay County, Arkansas.

Population10
Coordinates33.0551400, -92.6676600
Altitude56
CountryUnited States
Flippin

#2 Flippin

City in Arkansas, USA

Population1,316
Coordinates36.2789600, -92.5971100
Altitude198
CountryUnited States
Start: New Caledonia (-92.66766, 33.05514)
End: Flippin (-92.59711, 36.27896)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 423 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)08h 45m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)06h 34m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)05h 15m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)04h 22m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)03h 45m
80 mph (129 km/h)03h 16m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
9.28 gal
35.11 L · about $35.14
Round trip
$70.29
18.56 gal · 70.22 L
Estimated CO2
82.5 kg one way
Round trip: 164.9 kg / 364 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $35.14 $70.29
Mid-grade $4.26 $39.52 $79.05
Premium $4.63 $42.92 $85.84
Diesel $5.42 $50.25 $100.50

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 · Apr 11, 2026

There is no time difference between New Caledonia and Flippin. The current time is 23:50:49.

Distance to Other Cities

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