How far is Salem, AR from New Caledonia, AR?
The driving distance from Salem, AR to New Caledonia, AR is about 126.1 miles (202.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 108.9 miles (175.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 36m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 18m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
City in Arkansas, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Salem and New Caledonia.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Salem and New Caledonia.
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Start on Salem Road
1.1 km · 2 min · Salem Road
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Turn left onto Congo Road
2 mi · 3 min · Congo Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Congo Road
33 m · 2 sec · Congo Road
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Exit the roundabout onto Congo Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · Congo Road
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Continue on Lincoln Road
122 m · 12 sec · Lincoln Road
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Turn right onto Military Road
1.5 mi · 2 min · Military Road
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Turn left onto North East Street
1.3 km · 2 min · North East Street
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Turn left onto Edison Avenue
1.1 mi · 2 min · Edison Avenue
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Turn right
19.4 mi · 32 min
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Turn right onto Sheridan Bypass
6.4 mi · 8 min · Sheridan Bypass
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Continue on South Rock Street
29.4 mi · 34 min · South Rock Street
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Turn right
4.1 mi · 6 min
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Keep slight left to continue on US 167: El Dorado
41.7 mi · 51 min
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Take the exit left toward US 167 South, AR 7 South: El Dorado, Junction City
15.7 mi · 18 min
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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 Salem 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.
US 167
Keep slight left to continue on US 167: El Dorado
41.7 mi · 00h 51m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Salem and Partly Sunny near New Caledonia.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Salem to New Caledonia?
The road trip is about 126.1 miles (202.9 km) and usually takes 02h 18m 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?
Fordyce is a useful midpoint, sitting about 62.9 miles from Salem and 63.1 miles from New Caledonia.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 108.9 miles (175.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.2 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 1:54 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.56 one way or $35.13 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 39.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Salem and Partly Sunny near New Caledonia.
Stop Ideas Near Fordyce
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 Fordyce.
Arkadelphia station
Malvern station
Little Rock Union Station
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Salem and New Caledonia. Straight-line distance: 108.92 mi (175.29 km).
#1 Salem
Salem is a place in Arkansas, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 34.6289800, -92.5582200 |
| Altitude | 143 |
| 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: 203 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 12m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 09m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 06m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 34m |
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 | $3.95 | $17.56 | $35.13 |
| Mid-grade | $4.44 | $19.76 | $39.52 |
| Premium | $4.83 | $21.47 | $42.94 |
| Diesel | $5.92 | $26.34 | $52.67 |
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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