How far is West Helena, AR from New Caledonia, AR?
The driving distance from West Helena, AR to New Caledonia, AR is about 195 miles (313.9 km), with a travel time of about 03h 39m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 155.6 miles (250.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 18m 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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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between West Helena and New Caledonia.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Helena and New Caledonia.
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Start on the route
2393 ft · 52 sec
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Turn right onto Plaza Street
2388 ft · 44 sec · Plaza Street
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Turn left onto Martin Luther King Jr Drive
4.2 mi · 6 min · Martin Luther King Jr Drive
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Continue on Martin Luther King Jr Drive
10.2 mi · 14 min · Martin Luther King Jr Drive
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Turn right
21.6 mi · 25 min
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Continue straight
58.4 mi · 1 hr 11 min
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Turn right onto Griffin Road
44 m · 7 sec · Griffin Road
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Turn left onto Old Hwy 61
1.3 km · 1 min · Old Hwy 61
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Turn straight onto North Broad Street
1.5 mi · 3 min · North Broad Street
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Take the ramp slight right
2147 ft · 52 sec
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Merge slight left onto Greenville Bypass
27.1 mi · 34 min · Greenville Bypass
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Turn left
31.5 mi · 36 min
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Turn left onto North Main Street
6.9 mi · 8 min · North Main Street
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Turn right
49.9 mi · 57 min
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Take the exit slight right
1041 ft · 25 sec
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Keep slight left
57 m · 6 sec
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Turn left onto Junction City Highway
1.2 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 West Helena 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.
Martin Luther King Jr Drive
Continue straight
58.4 mi · 01h 11m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving West Helena 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 West Helena to New Caledonia?
The road trip is about 195 miles (313.9 km) and usually takes 03h 39m 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?
Lake Village is a useful midpoint, sitting about 113 miles from West Helena and 82.1 miles from New Caledonia.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 155.6 miles (250.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 39.4 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 9:42 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $26.05 one way or $52.11 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 61.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around West Helena and Partly Sunny near New Caledonia.
Stop Ideas Near Lake Village
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between West Helena and New Caledonia. Straight-line distance: 155.57 mi (250.37 km).
#1 West Helena
City in Phillips County, Arkansas, United States of America
| Population | 7,679 |
| Coordinates | 34.5506600, -90.6417700 |
| Altitude | 78 |
| 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: 314 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 47m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 26m |
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 | $26.05 | $52.11 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $29.30 | $58.60 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $31.82 | $63.64 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $37.26 | $74.51 |
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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