Origin
New Caledonia, AR
Late night in New Caledonia on Wednesday
Local time
12:32 AM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
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Live forecast
Trip from New Caledonia, AR to Augusta, AR
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
4h 1m
Distance
202 mi
325 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$31
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 48m
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6 AM
4h 1m
8 AM
4h 27m
10 AM
4h 11m
12 PM
4h 8m
3 PM
4h 12m
5 PM
4h 26m
8 PM
3h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
New Caledonia, AR
Dominik Ruhl
Augusta, AR
Emre Bilgiç
Trip Overview
This 202-mile drive from New Caledonia, Arkansas, to Augusta, Arkansas, is a straightforward journey through the Southeast region of the state. Expect to spend about 4 hours on the road, making it a manageable one-day trip. The route primarily utilizes I-57 and US-167, with a short section on Lee Street. With a projected fuel cost of $31, this drive is quite economical. You'll find the landscape to be a mixed drive, offering a bit of variety as you travel. It's an easy trip to accomplish in a single day, leaving you with flexibility for your schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
101 miles from New Caledonia, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 6m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This route offers a mixed drive experience, with a significant portion, 60%, on highways. You'll encounter stretches of efficient interstate travel, including a longest continuous segment of 55 miles on I-57. This means you can cover ground quickly for much of the journey. As you transition to US-167 and then Lee Street, expect a change in pace and road type. The drive balances faster highway sections with more local road segments, providing a varied driving experience throughout the 202 miles.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 57 is the longest continuous segment at about 55 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.8 miles in near US 63; US 167 / Junction City Highway.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 202 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.8 miles (US 63; US 167 / Junction City Highway): Navigation decision point; at 17.1 miles (US 167): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 117.2 miles (US 167): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.8 mi into trip
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~6m in
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US 63; US 167 / Junction City Highway
At end of road, turn right onto US 63; US 167 / Junction City Highway
Navigation decision point
5
17.1 mi into trip
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~24m in
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US 167
Take the exit onto US 167 toward US 167 North, US 167B South: Fordyce, Little Rock
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 167 North, US 167B South: Fordyce, Li...
6
117.2 mi into trip
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~2h 25m in
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US 167
Keep slight left at fork onto US 167 toward I 530 North, US 65 North, US 167 North: Little Rock
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 530 North, US 65 North, US 167 North:...
7
131.9 mi into trip
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~2h 41m in
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US 67; US 167
Keep slight right at fork onto US 67; US 167 toward I 40 East, US 67 North, US 167 North: Jacksonville, Memphis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 143B
Toward I 40 East, US 67 North, US 167 North: Ja...
7
133.5 mi into trip
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~2h 44m in
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I 57; US 167
Keep slight left at fork onto I 57; US 167 toward Saint Louis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward Saint Louis
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between New Caledonia, AR and Augusta, AR, road signs point toward Little Rock, Memphis, Saint Louis and Batesville.
Little Rock
17.1 mi in
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~24m
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via US 167
Memphis
131.9 mi in
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~2h 41m
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via US 67; US 167
Saint Louis
133.5 mi in
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~2h 44m
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via I 57; US 167
Batesville
188.5 mi in
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~3h 40m
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via US 64; US 167
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 57 | 55 mi | 56m |
| US 167 | 51.3 mi | 1h 1m |
| Lee Street | 35.7 mi | 43m |
| Sheridan Bypass | 17.9 mi | 20m |
| Junction City Highway | 15 mi | 16m |
| US 64 | 12.7 mi | 19m |
| Calion Highway | 9.8 mi | 12m |
| Caledonia Road | 1.8 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 55 mi, about 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Caledonia, AR and Augusta, AR.
1
Start on Caledonia Road
1.8 mi
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6 min
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Caledonia Road
2
At end of road, turn right onto US 63; US 167
9.0 mi
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10 min
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Junction City Highway
3
Continue on US 63; US 167; AR 7
0.3 mi
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18 sec
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Barnett Drive
4
Continue on US 63; US 167; AR 7
6.1 mi
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6 min
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Junction City Highway
5
Take the exit onto US 167
0.4 mi
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40 sec
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US 167
Toward US 167 North, US 167B South: Fordyce, Little Rock
6
Continue on US 167
9.8 mi
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12 min
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Calion Highway
7
Merge onto US 167
36 mi
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43 min
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Lee Street
8
Turn left onto US 167
36 mi
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44 min
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US 167
9
Continue on US 167
18 mi
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20 min
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Sheridan Bypass
10
Keep slight left at fork onto US 167
15 mi
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16 min
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US 167
Toward I 530 North, US 65 North, US 167 North: Little Rock
11
Keep slight right at fork onto US 67; US 167
1.6 mi
·
2 min
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US 67; US 167
Exit 143B
Toward I 40 East, US 67 North, US 167 North: Jacksonville, Memphis
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 57; US 167
28 mi
·
29 min
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I 57; US 167
Toward Saint Louis
Use the slight left lane.
13
Continue on I 57; US 64; US 167
27 mi
·
26 min
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I 57; US 64; US 167
14
Take the exit onto US 64; US 167
0.3 mi
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35 sec
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US 64; US 167
Toward US 64 East, US 67 North: Bald Knob, Batesville
15
Continue on US 64
0.3 mi
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29 sec
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US 64
16
Keep slight left at fork onto US 64
12 mi
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18 min
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US 64
17
Turn right onto US 64B; AR 33B
0.3 mi
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26 sec
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North 5th Street
18
Continue on US 64B; AR 33B
0.1 mi
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18 sec
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Magnolia
19
Turn left onto US 64B; AR 33B
0.5 mi
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52 sec
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North 3rd Street
20
Arrive at destination
AR 33B
Trip Plan
Given the 4-hour duration and 202-mile distance, this trip is best suited for a single day. Consider departing in the morning to give yourself ample time for the drive and any brief stops you might need. With only one recommended stop and a straightforward route, you can easily complete this journey without feeling rushed. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the 55-mile stretch on I-57, as services might be less frequent. The estimated fuel cost of $31 makes this an affordable option for a quick getaway or essential travel.
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 101 miles from New Caledonia, AR, or about 2h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55 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 80 miles or 1h 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 101 miles or 2h 6m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Augusta, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving New Caledonia, AR so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 New Caledonia, AR
This is one driving day of about 202 miles and 4h 1m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from New Caledonia, 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 I 57 for about 55 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 101 mi from New Caledonia, AR · 2h 6m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
101 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 101 miles from New Caledonia, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Augusta, AR
The final approach into Augusta, 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 Augusta, AR.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$30.51 one way
$61.01 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
71 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $33.49 | $66.98 |
| premium | $4.56 | $36.26 | $72.51 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $44.60 | $89.20 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 70.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 60.6 | 0 | $21.21 | $9.70 |
| Efficient EV | 50.5 | 0 | $17.67 | $8.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 80.8 | 1 | $28.28 | $12.93 |
Gas CO2
71 kg
EV CO2
24 kg (66% 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.
Destination
Augusta, AR
Late night in Augusta on Wednesday
Local time
12:32 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°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
17 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
4h 1m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from New Caledonia, AR to Augusta, AR covers 202 miles and takes about 4h 1m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 57, US 167, Lee Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 101 miles from New Caledonia, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $30.51 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 202 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.8 miles (US 63; US 167 / Junction City Highway): Navigation decision point; at 17.1 miles (US 167): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 117.2 miles (US 167): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between New Caledonia, AR and Augusta, AR, road signs point toward Little Rock, Memphis, Saint Louis and Batesville.
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