How far is New Caledonia, AR from Horatio, AR?
The driving distance from New Caledonia, AR to Horatio, AR is about 154.8 miles (249.2 km), with a travel time of about 03h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 114.9 miles (184.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 38m 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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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between New Caledonia and Horatio.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Caledonia and Horatio.
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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
1.2 mi · 1 min · Junction City Highway
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Turn left
1507 ft · 38 sec
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Merge slight left
4.2 mi · 4 min
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Keep slight right
1112 ft · 27 sec
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Keep slight left
40 m · 5 sec
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Turn left onto West Hillsboro Street
2.3 mi · 3 min · West Hillsboro Street
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Continue on Magnolia Highway
28.7 mi · 33 min · Magnolia Highway
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Turn right
2.2 mi · 3 min
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Turn left
51.7 mi · 1 hr
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Turn right onto Jefferson Avenue
2.9 mi · 5 min · Jefferson Avenue
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Turn left onto East 51st Street
1.4 km · 1 min · East 51st Street
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Turn right onto North State Line Avenue
18.4 mi · 25 min · North State Line Avenue
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Continue on Main Street
18.9 mi · 25 min · Main Street
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Turn left onto West Main Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · West Main Street
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Continue on State Highway 24
8.9 mi · 16 min · State Highway 24
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Continue on State Highway 24/State Highway 41
1.7 mi · 3 min · State Highway 24/State Highway 41
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · State Highway 24/State Highway 41/Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between New Caledonia and Horatio.
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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51.7 mi · 01h 00m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving New Caledonia and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Horatio.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from New Caledonia to Horatio?
The road trip is about 154.8 miles (249.2 km) and usually takes 03h 19m 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?
Garland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 77.4 miles from New Caledonia and 77.5 miles from Horatio.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 114.9 miles (184.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 39.9 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 10:22 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.71 one way or $41.43 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 48.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around New Caledonia and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Horatio.
Stop Ideas Near Garland
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between New Caledonia and Horatio. Straight-line distance: 114.89 mi (184.9 km).
#1 New Caledonia
A town located in Clay County, Arkansas.
| Population | 10 |
| Coordinates | 33.0551400, -92.6676600 |
| Altitude | 56 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Horatio
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 1,011 |
| Coordinates | 33.9384500, -94.3571500 |
| Altitude | 123 |
| Country | United States |
End: Horatio (-94.35715, 33.93845)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 249 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 55m |
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 | $20.71 | $41.43 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $23.30 | $46.59 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $25.30 | $50.60 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $29.62 | $59.24 |
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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