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Trip from Dumas, AR to New Caledonia, AR

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 47m

Distance

131.1 mi

211 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$20

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 33 min
4 AM
2h 36m ★
6 AM
2h 47m
8 AM
3h 9m
10 AM
2h 55m
12 PM
2h 52m
3 PM
2h 56m
5 PM
3h 8m
8 PM
2h 41m

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

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city in Desha County, Arkansas, United States

Dumas, AR

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Downtown New Caledonia, AR, AR

New Caledonia, AR

Dominik Ruhl

Trip Overview

This 113.1-mile drive from Dumas to New Caledonia, Arkansas, is a straightforward, single-day adventure taking approximately 2 hours and 7 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $17, it's an economical option for a quick getaway. You'll primarily be navigating local roads, indicated by a 0% highway share, suggesting a more intimate journey through the Southeast region of Arkansas. This route is perfectly suited for a day trip, allowing you to complete the journey and return without needing an overnight stay. Its turn-heavy nature means you'll be actively engaged with the road, making for a dynamic experience.

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

65.5 miles from Dumas, AR

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 27m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 82 49.9 mi 56m
US 425 31.6 mi 36m
US 65 12 mi 14m
Junction City Highway 10.2 mi 11m
US 278 9.1 mi 13m
Monticello Bypass 8.7 mi 12m
AR 277 6.7 mi 11m
Caledonia Road 1.8 mi 6m
Longest stretch: US 82 — 49.9 mi, about 56m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on South Main Street

42 ft · 4 sec · South Main Street
2

Turn right onto AR 54

0.2 mi · 20 sec · East Waterman Street
3

Continue on AR 54

0.3 mi · 31 sec · South College Street
4

Continue on AR 54

0.2 mi · 24 sec · Pickens Street
5

Turn right onto US 65; US 165

12 mi · 14 min · US 65; US 165
6

Turn right onto AR 277

6.7 mi · 11 min · AR 277
7

At end of road, turn right onto US 278

9.1 mi · 13 min · US 278
8

Turn left onto US 278 BYP

8.7 mi · 12 min · Monticello Bypass
9

At end of road, turn left onto US 425

32 mi · 36 min · US 425
10

Turn right onto US 82

50 mi · 56 min · US 82
11

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 25 sec
12

Keep slight left at fork

186 ft · 6 sec
13

Turn left onto US 63; US 167; AR 7

1.2 mi · 1 min · Junction City Highway
14

Continue on US 63; US 167; AR 7

0.3 mi · 18 sec · Barnett Drive
15

Continue on US 63; US 167; AR 7

9.0 mi · 10 min · Junction City Highway
16

Turn left onto Caledonia Road

1.8 mi · 6 min · Caledonia Road
17

Arrive at destination

Caledonia Road

Trip Plan

Given the short 2-hour duration and 113.1-mile distance, this route from Dumas to New Caledonia offers significant flexibility. You can depart at your leisure, perhaps after a late breakfast, and still be back by evening. With no designated stops and a low fuel cost of $17, planning around amenities is minimal. However, be mindful of the turn-heavy profile; it's best to have your navigation ready before you set off. A good tip for this particular drive is to check local road conditions in advance, as local routes can sometimes be more susceptible to unexpected closures or maintenance.

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 65.5 miles from Dumas, AR, or about 1h 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 49.9 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 41m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 65.5 miles or 1h 27m 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 14m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Dumas, 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 Dumas, AR

This is one driving day of about 131.1 miles and 2h 47m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from Dumas, 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 49.9 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Promised Land, AR, AR

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Promised Land, 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

Monticello, AR

Fuel and coffee

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

Promised Land, AR

Meal break

The midpoint is around 65.5 miles from Dumas, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

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

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Laredo Grill Restaurant

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~12 min detour

Home stretch 5 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20

El Dorado, Arkansas

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+18708751722

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 11

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 129.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | AR 54 / East Waterman Street

Turn right onto AR 54 / East Waterman Street

Navigation decision point

4
19.4 mi into trip | ~27m in | US 278

At end of road, turn right onto US 278

Navigation decision point

5
37.2 mi into trip | ~54m in | US 425

At end of road, turn left onto US 425

Navigation decision point

5
118.8 mi into trip | ~2h 27m in

Keep slight left at fork

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

4
129.3 mi into trip | ~2h 40m in | Caledonia Road

Turn left onto Caledonia Road

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$19.80 one way

$39.60 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 46 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.21 $21.73 $43.47
premium $4.56 $23.53 $47.06
diesel $5.61 $28.95 $57.89

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: 45.9 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 39.3 0 $13.77 $6.29
Efficient EV 32.8 0 $11.47 $5.24
EV Truck/SUV 52.4 0 $18.35 $8.39

Gas CO2

46 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.

Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026

Origin

Dumas, AR

Late night in Dumas on Tuesday

Local time

4:21 AM

CDT

Current temp

79°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

New Caledonia, AR

Late night in New Caledonia on Tuesday

Local time

4:21 AM

CDT

Current temp

81°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 warmer at arrival

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

Road read

2h 47m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, with no highway miles to speak of. Your journey will unfold primarily on East Waterman Street, South College Street, and Pickens Street, emphasizing a more personal connection to the landscape. Since there's no highway component and no longest uninterrupted stretch is noted, anticipate frequent turns and changes in direction. This driving profile suggests a route that requires your attention, offering a more engaging experience than a simple interstate cruise. The road's personality is one of constant navigation rather than steady cruising.

83% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 49.9 mi on US 82.

How Hard Is This Drive?

3/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 82 and US 425. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near AR 54 / East Waterman Street.

Driving Effort 3/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 2h 47m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (AR 54 / East Waterman Street): Navigation decision point; at 19.4 miles (US 278): Navigation decision point; at 37.2 miles (US 425): Navigation decision point.

About the Cities

Starting in Dumas, AR

Full guide →

Dumas is a small city in the Delta region of Arkansas.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 47m. Total distance: 131.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 47m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (83%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 49.9 miles on US 82. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.

The main spots that need attention: near the start (AR 54 / East Waterman Street): Navigation decision point; at 19.4 miles (US 278): Navigation decision point; at 37.2 miles (US 425): Navigation decision point.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at New Caledonia, AR before heading back.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner 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.

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