Origin
New Caledonia, AR
Night in New Caledonia on Tuesday
Local time
10:50 PM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from New Caledonia, AR to Mineral Springs, AR
Data updated 3 hours ago
Drive Time
2h 53m
Distance
129.8 mi
209 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 42m
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6 AM
2h 53m
8 AM
3h 16m
10 AM
3h 1m
12 PM
2h 59m
3 PM
3h 2m
5 PM
3h 14m
8 PM
2h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
New Caledonia, AR
Dominik Ruhl
Mineral Springs, AR
Solvej Nielsen
Trip Overview
The drive from New Caledonia, AR to Mineral Springs, AR covers 129.8 miles and takes about 2h 53m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Magnolia Highway, US 82, South Hervey Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 28.7 miles on Magnolia Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $19.60 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
64.9 miles from New Caledonia, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 19m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 2h 53m drive with frequent turns across 129.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Magnolia Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 28.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 16 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 129.8 miles you will encounter 16 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 16.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 16.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 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
4
16.6 mi into trip
|
~24m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
16.9 mi into trip
|
~24m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
50.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
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US 82
Turn left onto US 82
Navigation decision point
4
72.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 28m in
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AR 29 / Maple Street
Turn right onto AR 29 / Maple Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Magnolia Highway | 28.7 mi | 32m |
| US 82 | 26.9 mi | 30m |
| South Hervey Street | 26.5 mi | 38m |
| Spruce Street | 21.4 mi | 31m |
| Junction City Highway | 10.2 mi | 11m |
| AR 27 | 6.4 mi | 9m |
| West Hillsboro Street | 2.3 mi | 2m |
| US 79 | 2.2 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Magnolia Highway
— 28.7 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Caledonia, AR and Mineral Springs, AR.
1
Start on Caledonia Road
1.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Caledonia Road
2
At end of road, turn right onto US 63; US 167
9.0 mi
·
10 min
·
Junction City Highway
3
Continue on US 63; US 167; AR 7
0.3 mi
·
18 sec
·
Barnett Drive
4
Continue on US 63; US 167; AR 7
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Junction City Highway
5
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
6
Merge onto US 82
4.2 mi
·
4 min
·
US 82
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
8
Keep slight left at fork
131 ft
·
5 sec
9
Turn left onto US 82B
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
West Hillsboro Street
10
Continue on US 82
29 mi
·
32 min
·
Magnolia Highway
11
Turn right onto US 79; US 82
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
US 79; US 82
12
Turn left onto US 82
23 mi
·
25 min
·
US 82
13
Turn right onto AR 29
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Maple Street
14
Turn left onto AR 29
359 ft
·
8 sec
·
East 6th Street
15
Turn right onto AR 29
21 mi
·
31 min
·
Spruce Street
16
Continue on AR 29
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
West 23rd Street
17
Turn left onto AR 29B
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
18
Turn left onto US 67; US 278B
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
West 3rd Street
19
Turn right onto US 278B
26 mi
·
38 min
·
South Hervey Street
20
Turn left onto US 278; AR 27B
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
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US 278; AR 27B
21
At end of road, turn left onto AR 27
6.4 mi
·
9 min
·
AR 27
22
Turn right onto AR 27
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
West Runnels Street
23
Arrive at destination
AR 27
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 64.9 miles from New Caledonia, AR, or about 1h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 28.7 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 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 64.9 miles or 1h 19m 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 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Mineral Springs, 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 129.8 miles and 2h 53m.
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 Magnolia Highway for about 28.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 64.9 mi from New Caledonia, AR · 1h 19m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
65 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 64.9 miles from New Caledonia, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Mineral Springs, AR
The final approach into Mineral Springs, 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 Mineral Springs, 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
$19.60 one way
$39.21 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
45 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $21.52 | $43.04 |
| premium | $4.56 | $23.30 | $46.60 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $28.66 | $57.32 |
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: 45.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 38.9 | 0 | $13.63 | $6.23 |
| Efficient EV | 32.5 | 0 | $11.36 | $5.19 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 51.9 | 0 | $18.17 | $8.31 |
Gas CO2
45 kg
EV CO2
15 kg (67% 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
Mineral Springs, AR
Night in Mineral Springs on Tuesday
Local time
10:50 PM
CDT
Current temp
60°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
2 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 53m 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 New Caledonia, AR to Mineral Springs, AR covers 129.8 miles and takes about 2h 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Magnolia Highway, US 82, South Hervey Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 64.9 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 $19.60 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 129.8 miles you will encounter 16 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 16.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 16.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from New Caledonia, AR to Mineral Springs, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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