How far is Van Buren, AR from New Caledonia, AR?
The driving distance from Van Buren, AR to New Caledonia, AR is about 282.4 miles (454.5 km), with a travel time of about 04h 31m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 190.5 miles (306.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 03m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 04h 31m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Van Buren and New Caledonia.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Van Buren and New Caledonia.
-
1
Start on East Main Street
1 km · 1 min · East Main Street
-
2
Continue on Alma Highway
1.5 km · 1 min · Alma Highway
-
3
Continue on Alma Highway
1524 ft · 26 sec · Alma Highway
-
4
Take the ramp slight right toward I 540 North: Oklahoma City, Little Rock
1145 ft · 28 sec
-
5
Merge slight left
2030 ft · 27 sec
-
6
Keep slight right to continue on I 40 East: Little Rock, Memphis
145.8 mi · 2 hr 27 min
-
7
Take the exit slight right
4.6 mi · 6 min
-
8
Keep slight left
10 mi · 10 min
-
9
Take the exit slight right toward US 167 South: Sheridan, Fordyce, El Dorado
56 mi · 1 hr 6 min
-
10
Turn right
4.1 mi · 6 min
-
11
Keep slight left to continue on US 167: El Dorado
41.7 mi · 51 min
-
12
Take the exit left toward US 167 South, AR 7 South: El Dorado, Junction City
15.7 mi · 18 min
-
13
Turn left onto Caledonia Road
1.8 mi · 7 min · Caledonia Road
-
14
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Caledonia Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Van Buren and New Caledonia.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 40 East
Keep slight right to continue on I 40 East: Little Rock, Memphis
146 mi · 02h 27m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Van Buren and Sunny near New Caledonia.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Van Buren to New Caledonia?
The road trip is about 282.4 miles (454.5 km) and usually takes 04h 31m 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?
Maumelle is a useful midpoint, sitting about 140.9 miles from Van Buren and 141.5 miles from New Caledonia.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 190.5 miles (306.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 91.9 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 7:56 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $39.35 one way or $78.70 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 88.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Van Buren and Sunny near New Caledonia.
Stop Ideas Near Maumelle
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 Maumelle.
Little Rock Union Station
Malvern station
Arkadelphia station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Van Buren and New Caledonia. Straight-line distance: 190.49 mi (306.57 km).
#1 Van Buren
8th president of the United States (1782-1862)
| Population | 23,812 |
| Coordinates | 35.4367600, -94.3482700 |
| Altitude | 126 |
| 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: 455 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 38m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 02m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 31m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.95 | $39.35 | $78.70 |
| Mid-grade | $4.44 | $44.28 | $88.55 |
| Premium | $4.83 | $48.11 | $96.21 |
| Diesel | $5.92 | $59.00 | $118.00 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Arkansas · Oct 15, 2026