How far is Prescott, AR from New Caledonia, AR?
The driving distance from Prescott, AR to New Caledonia, AR is about 86 miles (138.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 66.1 miles (106.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 16m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 38m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in and county seat of Columbia County, Arkansas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Prescott and New Caledonia.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Prescott and New Caledonia.
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Start on West Main Street
12 m · 5 sec · West Main Street
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Turn right onto West 1st Street South
2234 ft · 39 sec · West 1st Street South
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Turn right
17 mi · 25 min
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At the end of the road, turn left
17.9 mi · 27 min
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Turn left onto East McKissack
5.1 mi · 8 min · East McKissack
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Turn left
2.2 mi · 3 min
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Turn right
2.2 mi · 3 min
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Turn left
30.7 mi · 35 min
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Take the exit straight
4.5 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right
1101 ft · 27 sec
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Keep slight right
70 m · 6 sec
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Merge slight left onto Junction City Highway
1 mi · 1 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
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 Prescott and New Caledonia.
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
Turn left
30.7 mi · 00h 35m
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 Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny leaving Prescott and Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near New Caledonia.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Prescott to New Caledonia?
The road trip is about 86 miles (138.4 km) and usually takes 01h 38m 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?
Magnolia is a useful midpoint, sitting about 46.2 miles from Prescott and 39.8 miles from New Caledonia.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 66.1 miles (106.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.9 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:14 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.47 one way or $22.95 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny around Prescott and Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near New Caledonia.
Stop Ideas Near Magnolia
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Magnolia.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Prescott and New Caledonia. Straight-line distance: 66.03 mi (106.26 km).
#1 Prescott
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 2,927 |
| Coordinates | 33.8026100, -93.3810100 |
| Altitude | 99 |
| 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: 138 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 51m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 04m |
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 | $11.47 | $22.95 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $12.90 | $25.81 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $14.01 | $28.03 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $16.41 | $32.81 |
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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