Skip to main content
Trip.ovh Logo
Trip.ovh

Trip from Highland, AR to New Caledonia, AR

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 2m

Distance

132.8 mi

214 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$20

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 34 min
4 AM
2h 51m ★
6 AM
3h 2m
8 AM
3h 25m
10 AM
3h 10m
12 PM
3h 8m
3 PM
3h 11m
5 PM
3h 24m
8 PM
2h 55m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Best Time Drive vs Fly
Google Maps Waze Apple Maps
Download GPX
Downtown Highland, AR, AR

Highland, AR

Rámon van Raaij

Downtown New Caledonia, AR, AR

New Caledonia, AR

Dominik Ruhl

Trip Overview

The drive from Highland, AR to New Caledonia, AR covers 132.8 miles and takes about 3h 2m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on US 82, US 278, South Main Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 35.2 miles on US 82. At current regular gas prices, budget about $20.06 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

66.4 miles from Highland, AR

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 41m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 2m. Total distance: 132.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (57%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

The drive from Highland, AR to New Caledonia, AR covers 132.8 miles and takes about 3h 2m, using a mix of highways and local roads.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 82 is the longest continuous segment at about 35.2 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.1 miles in near AR 27.

Driving Effort 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 3h 2m drive. You will face about 16 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 1.1 miles (AR 27): Navigation decision point; at 9.8 miles (US 278; AR 27B): Navigation decision point; at 9.9 miles (US 278): Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 16 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5
1.1 mi into trip | ~4m in | AR 27

At end of road, turn right onto AR 27

Navigation decision point

4
9.8 mi into trip | ~19m in | US 278; AR 27B

Turn left onto US 278; AR 27B

Navigation decision point

4
9.9 mi into trip | ~19m in | US 278

At end of road, turn right onto US 278

Navigation decision point

4
36.4 mi into trip | ~57m in | US 67; US 278B / West 3rd Street

Turn left onto US 67; US 278B / West 3rd Street

Navigation decision point

5
120.7 mi into trip | ~2h 43m in

Keep slight right at fork

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 82 35.2 mi 39m
US 278 26.6 mi 38m
South Main Street 22.8 mi 34m
West Antigo Street 18.8 mi 21m
Junction City Highway 10 mi 11m
AR 27 8.7 mi 15m
US Highway 82 2.6 mi 2m
US 79 2.2 mi 2m
Longest stretch: US 82 — 35.2 mi, about 39m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Highland, AR and New Caledonia, AR.

1

Start on Pike County 210 Road/Gyp Mine Road

1.1 mi · 4 min · Pike County 210 Road/Gyp Mine Road
2

At end of road, turn right onto AR 27

8.7 mi · 15 min · AR 27
3

Turn left onto US 278; AR 27B

0.1 mi · 12 sec · US 278; AR 27B
4

At end of road, turn right onto US 278

26 mi · 38 min · US 278
5

Turn left onto US 67; US 278B

0.3 mi · 29 sec · West 3rd Street
6

Turn right onto AR 29B

1.5 mi · 2 min · South Main Street
7

Turn right onto AR 29

0.4 mi · 34 sec · West 23rd Street
8

Continue on AR 29

21 mi · 31 min · South Main Street
9

Turn left onto AR 29

359 ft · 8 sec · East 6th Street
10

Turn right onto AR 29

0.3 mi · 37 sec · Maple Street
11

Turn left onto US 82

1.3 mi · 1 min · East 1st Street
12

Continue on US 82

2.6 mi · 2 min · US Highway 82
13

Continue on US 82

19 mi · 21 min · West Antigo Street
14

Turn right onto US 79; US 82

2.2 mi · 2 min · US 79; US 82
15

Turn left onto US 82

31 mi · 34 min · US 82
16

Take the exit onto US 82

4.5 mi · 5 min · US 82
17

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 26 sec
18

Keep slight right at fork

230 ft · 5 sec
19

Merge onto US 63; US 167; AR 7

1.0 mi · 1 min · Junction City Highway
20

Continue on US 63; US 167; AR 7

0.3 mi · 18 sec · Barnett Drive
21

Continue on US 63; US 167; AR 7

9.0 mi · 10 min · Junction City Highway
22

Turn left onto Caledonia Road

1.8 mi · 6 min · Caledonia Road
23

Arrive at destination

Caledonia Road

Trip Plan

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 66.4 miles from Highland, AR, or about 1h 41m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 35.2 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 29 miles or 47m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 66.4 miles or 1h 41m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 29m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New Caledonia, AR than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

+

Open the route before leaving Highland, AR so your first major turns are already loaded.

+

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

+

Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Highland, AR

This is one driving day of about 132.8 miles and 3h 2m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from Highland, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US 82 for about 35.2 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 66.4 mi from Highland, AR · 1h 41m into the drive

city in Hempstead County, Arkansas, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Hope, AR

66 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Hope, AR

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 29 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Waldo, AR

Meal break

The midpoint is around 66.4 miles from Highland, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in New Caledonia, AR

The final approach into New Caledonia, AR usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around New Caledonia, AR.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Town House Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20 mile 113.8

El Dorado, Arkansas

Hours: 10 am–2 pm

+18708634519

Laredo Grill Restaurant

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20 mile 113.8

El Dorado, Arkansas

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+18708751722

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$20.06 one way

$40.11 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 47 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.21 $22.02 $44.03
premium $4.56 $23.84 $47.67
diesel $5.61 $29.32 $58.64

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$20

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$45–$70

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 46.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 39.8 0 $13.94 $6.37
Efficient EV 33.2 0 $11.62 $5.31
EV Truck/SUV 53.1 0 $18.59 $8.50

Gas CO2

46 kg

EV CO2

16 kg (65% less)

This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Highland, AR

Late night in Highland on Saturday

Local time

3:41 AM

CDT

Current temp

73°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

New Caledonia, AR

Late night in New Caledonia on Saturday

Local time

3:41 AM

CDT

Current temp

76°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

3 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

3h 2m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Highland, AR to New Caledonia, AR covers 132.8 miles and takes about 3h 2m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are US 82, US 278, South Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 66.4 miles from Highland, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $20.06 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

This is a straightforward 3h 2m drive. You will face about 16 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

The main spots that need attention: at 1.1 miles (AR 27): Navigation decision point; at 9.8 miles (US 278; AR 27B): Navigation decision point; at 9.9 miles (US 278): Navigation decision point.

The route from Highland, AR to New Caledonia, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

How this page is built

Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

Was this helpful?

Thanks for your feedback!

Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!

/500

Explore More

Continue From New Caledonia, AR

Bella Vista, AR 351.3 mi · 6h 32m Bentonville, AR 342 mi · 6h 20m Fayetteville, AR 317.2 mi · 5h 53m Berryville, AR 296.3 mi · 6h 28m

More from Highland, AR

Jonesboro, AR 239.5 mi · 4h 46m Conway, AR 135.5 mi · 2h 55m North Little Rock, AR 113.7 mi · 2h 31m

More trips to New Caledonia, AR

Lincoln, AR 324.3 mi Farmington, AR 320 mi Elkins, AR 296.4 mi Bay, AR 268.6 mi Flippin, AR 266.9 mi Delaware, AR 219.5 mi
Weekend drives from Highland, AR Scenic drives in AR

Explore more options from Highland, AR or browse trips ending in New Caledonia, AR.

Looking for more statewide routes? Browse AR road trips.