How far is New Caledonia, AR from Newport, AR?
The driving distance from New Caledonia, AR to Newport, AR is about 33.2 miles (53.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 25.9 miles (41.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 52m 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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Halfway Point
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City in and county seat of Union County, Arkansas, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between New Caledonia and Newport.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Caledonia and Newport.
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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
12.6 mi · 14 min · Junction City Highway
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Turn right onto Pershing Highway
861 ft · 17 sec · Pershing Highway
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Continue on Maple Avenue
2962 ft · 59 sec · Maple Avenue
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Continue on Pershing Highway
2.3 mi · 4 min · Pershing Highway
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Turn left onto East 7th Street
779 ft · 18 sec · East 7th Street
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Turn right onto South Broadway Street
656 ft · 18 sec · South Broadway Street
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Turn slight left onto Old Camden Road
1 mi · 3 min · Old Camden Road
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Continue on Ouachita Road 67
2.9 mi · 7 min · Ouachita Road 67
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Turn sharp right onto Ouachita Road 68
1.3 mi · 5 min · Ouachita Road 68
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Turn left onto Ouachita Road 509
1 mi · 4 min · Ouachita Road 509
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Ouachita Road 509
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between New Caledonia and Newport.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Junction City Highway
Continue on Junction City Highway
12.6 mi · 00h 14m
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.
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving New Caledonia and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Newport.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from New Caledonia to Newport?
The road trip is about 33.2 miles (53.4 km) and usually takes 00h 56m 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?
El Dorado is a useful midpoint, sitting about 16.6 miles from New Caledonia and 16.6 miles from Newport.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 25.9 miles (41.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.3 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 4:38 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.43 one way or $8.86 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around New Caledonia and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Newport.
Stop Ideas Near El Dorado
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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 Newport. Straight-line distance: 25.94 mi (41.74 km).
#1 New Caledonia
A town located in Clay County, Arkansas.
| Population | 10 |
| Coordinates | 33.0551400, -92.6676600 |
| Altitude | 56 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Newport
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 7,389 |
| Coordinates | 33.4298400, -92.6951600 |
| Altitude | 30 |
| Country | United States |
End: Newport (-92.69516, 33.42984)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 53 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 24m |
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 | $4.43 | $8.86 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $4.98 | $9.97 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $5.41 | $10.82 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $6.34 | $12.67 |
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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