Origin
New Caledonia, AR
Late night in New Caledonia on Sunday
Local time
3:01 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from New Caledonia, AR to Camden, AR
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
57m
Distance
45.7 mi
73 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 53m
★
6 AM
0h 58m
8 AM
1h 7m
10 AM
1h 1m
12 PM
1h 0m
3 PM
1h 1m
5 PM
1h 6m
8 PM
0h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
New Caledonia, AR
Dominik Ruhl
Camden, AR
Tima Miroshnichenko
Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from New Caledonia to Camden, you are in for a quick 45.7-mile journey through Southeast Arkansas. Expect to spend about 57 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. You will navigate via Caledonia Road, Junction City Highway, and South Adams Avenue to reach your destination. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $7, the route is as economical as it is straightforward. Since both locations are situated in the same region, you will experience a consistent local atmosphere throughout the drive.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Junction City Highway | 41.9 mi | 47m |
| Caledonia Road | 1.8 mi | 6m |
| South Adams Avenue | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| West Washington Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Barnett Drive | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Junction City Highway
— 41.9 mi, about 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Caledonia, AR and Camden, 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
33 mi
·
37 min
·
Junction City Highway
5
Continue on AR 7
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
South Adams Avenue
6
Turn left onto West Washington Street
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
West Washington Street
7
At end of road, turn right onto US 278B
37 ft
·
0 sec
·
West Washington Street
8
Arrive at destination
US 278B
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.8 miles from New Caledonia, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
3 of 33 decision points cluster between mile 1.8 and 45.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.8 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
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
45.4 mi into trip
|
~56m in
|
West Washington Street
Turn left onto West Washington Street
Navigation decision point
6
45.7 mi into trip
|
~57m in
|
US 278B / West Washington Street
At end of road, turn right onto US 278B / West Washington Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.90 one way
$13.80 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $7.58 | $15.15 |
| premium | $4.56 | $8.20 | $16.41 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.09 | $20.18 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 16 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.7 | 0 | $4.80 | $2.19 |
| Efficient EV | 11.4 | 0 | $4.00 | $1.83 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.3 | 0 | $6.40 | $2.92 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Camden, AR
Late night in Camden on Sunday
Local time
3:01 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1 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
57m 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?
This trip is defined by its turn-heavy, local nature rather than high-speed interstate cruising. You will spend 0% of your time on major highways, as the route relies entirely on local roads to get you to your destination. The longest uninterrupted section is a 41.9-mile stretch on Junction City Highway, which provides the primary rhythm for your drive. Expect a more tactile, engaging experience behind the wheel compared to a monotonous freeway commute. Because the route is composed of smaller roads, you should prepare for a drive that demands your full attention as you navigate the local turns.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
8 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 41.9 mi on Junction City Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1.8 miles in near US 63; US 167 / Junction City Highway.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from New Caledonia, AR to Camden, AR is easy. At 57m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
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 45.4 miles (West Washington Street): Navigation decision point; at 45.7 miles (US 278B / West Washington Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 57m. Total distance: 45.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 41.9 miles on Junction City Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.8 miles (US 63; US 167 / Junction City Highway): Navigation decision point; at 45.4 miles (West Washington Street): Navigation decision point; at 45.7 miles (US 278B / West Washington Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Camden, 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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