How far is New Caledonia, AR from Harrisburg, AR?
The driving distance from New Caledonia, AR to Harrisburg, AR is about 244.4 miles (393.4 km), with a travel time of about 04h 52m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 206 miles (331.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 45m 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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Halfway Point
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City in Pulaski County, Arkansas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between New Caledonia and Harrisburg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Caledonia and Harrisburg.
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Start on Caledonia Road
1.8 mi · 7 min · Caledonia Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Junction City Highway
9 mi · 10 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
6.1 mi · 7 min · Junction City Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 167 North, US 167B South: Fordyce, Little Rock
2133 ft · 40 sec
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Continue on Calion Highway
9.8 mi · 12 min · Calion Highway
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Merge slight left onto Lee Street
35.7 mi · 43 min · Lee Street
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Turn left
36.2 mi · 44 min
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Continue on Sheridan Bypass
17.9 mi · 21 min · Sheridan Bypass
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Keep slight left to continue on I 530 North, US 65 North, US 167 North: Little Rock
14.7 mi · 17 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 40 East, US 67 North, US 167 North: Jacksonville, Memphis
1.6 mi · 3 min
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Keep slight left to continue on Saint Louis
28.4 mi · 29 min
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Continue straight
51.7 mi · 52 min
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Take the exit slight right toward AR 14: Waldenburg
1683 ft · 42 sec
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Turn right onto State Highway 14
8.4 mi · 13 min · State Highway 14
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Continue on Amagon Street
4.1 mi · 6 min · Amagon Street
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Continue on Main Street
6.1 mi · 9 min · Main Street
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Continue on State Highway 14
11 mi · 16 min · State Highway 14
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Continue on West Jackson Street
1.6 km · 2 min · West Jackson Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Jackson Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between New Caledonia and Harrisburg.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Saint Louis
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51.7 mi · 00h 52m
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.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving New Caledonia and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny near Harrisburg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from New Caledonia to Harrisburg?
The road trip is about 244.4 miles (393.4 km) and usually takes 04h 52m 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?
Wrightsville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 122.3 miles from New Caledonia and 122.2 miles from Harrisburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 206 miles (331.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 38.4 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 7:14 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $32.68 one way or $65.36 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 76.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around New Caledonia and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny near Harrisburg.
Stop Ideas Near Wrightsville
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Little Rock Union Station
Malvern station
Arkadelphia station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between New Caledonia and Harrisburg. Straight-line distance: 206.02 mi (331.56 km).
#1 New Caledonia
A town located in Clay County, Arkansas.
| Population | 10 |
| Coordinates | 33.0551400, -92.6676600 |
| Altitude | 56 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Harrisburg
City in Arkansas, United States
| Population | 2,289 |
| Coordinates | 35.5642500, -90.7167800 |
| Altitude | 95 |
| Country | United States |
End: Harrisburg (-90.71678, 35.56425)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 393 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 02m |
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 | $32.68 | $65.36 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $36.76 | $73.51 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $39.91 | $79.83 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $46.73 | $93.46 |
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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