Skip to main content
US Trip Planner Logo
US Trip Planner

Trip from New Caledonia, AR to Dover, AR

Pin this trip

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Sep 7, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 6m

Distance

211.3 mi

340 km

Drive Score

10/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$31

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min
4 AM
3h 54m ★
6 AM
4h 7m
8 AM
4h 33m
10 AM
4h 16m
12 PM
4h 13m
3 PM
4h 17m
5 PM
4h 31m
8 PM
3h 59m

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

Best Time
Google Maps Waze Apple Maps
Download GPX
Downtown New Caledonia, AR, AR

New Caledonia, AR

Dominik Ruhl

city in Pope County, Arkansas, United States

Dover, AR

Wikimedia Commons

Trip Overview

The drive from New Caledonia, AR to Dover, AR covers 211.3 miles and takes about 4h 6m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on US 65, US 167, Lee Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed highway & surface. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 72.3 miles on US 65. At current regular gas prices, budget about $30.95 one way before food or hotel costs.

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

105.7 miles from New Caledonia, AR

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 11m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 65 72.3 mi 1h 13m
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
Calion Highway 9.8 mi 12m
South Market Street 4.1 mi 6m
North Arkansas Avenue 2.7 mi 4m
Longest stretch: US 65 — 72.3 mi, about 1h 13m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

6.1 mi · 6 min · Junction City Highway
5

Take the exit onto US 167

0.4 mi · 40 sec · US 167
Toward US 167 North, US 167B South: Fordyce, Little Rock
6

Continue on US 167

9.8 mi · 12 min · Calion Highway
7

Merge onto US 167

36 mi · 43 min · Lee Street
8

Turn left onto US 167

36 mi · 44 min · US 167
9

Continue on US 167

18 mi · 20 min · Sheridan Bypass
10

Keep slight left at fork onto US 167

15 mi · 16 min · US 167
Toward I 530 North, US 65 North, US 167 North: Little Rock
11

Keep slight left at fork onto US 65

0.3 mi · 35 sec · US 65
Exit 143A Toward I 40 West, US 65 North, AR 107 North: Conway, Fort Smith
12

Keep slight left at fork onto US 65

72 mi · 1 hr 13 min · US 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 31 sec
Exit 81 Toward AR 7: East Aspen Lane
14

Turn left onto East Aspen Lane

396 ft · 9 sec · East Aspen Lane
15

Turn right onto AR 7

2.7 mi · 4 min · North Arkansas Avenue
16

Continue on AR 7

4.1 mi · 6 min · South Market Street
17

Arrive at destination

AR 7

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 105.7 miles from New Caledonia, AR, or about 2h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 72.3 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 46 miles or 59m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 105.7 miles or 2h 11m 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 24m

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

Before You Leave

+

Open the route before leaving New Caledonia, 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 New Caledonia, AR

This is one driving day of about 211.3 miles and 4h 6m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 46 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 US 65 for about 72.3 miles.

Where to Stop

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

city in and county seat of Grant County, Arkansas, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Sheridan, AR

106 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

Fordyce, AR

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 46 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Sheridan, AR

Meal break

The midpoint is around 105.7 miles from New Caledonia, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 65 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 72.3 miles.

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 10

5 decision points cluster between mile 1.8 and 132.1 — 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

5
17.1 mi into trip | ~24m in | 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 | ~2h 25m in | 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 | ~2h 41m in | US 65

Keep slight left at fork onto US 65 toward I 40 West, US 65 North, AR 107 North: Conway, Fort Smith

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 143A Toward I 40 West, US 65 North, AR 107 North: Co...
6
132.1 mi into trip | ~2h 42m in | US 65

Keep slight left at fork onto US 65

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$30.95 one way

$61.91 round trip

$3.72/gal 25.4 MPG avg 74 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.13 $34.37 $68.73
premium $4.49 $37.32 $74.64
diesel $5.60 $46.58 $93.16

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: 73.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-08-31.

Driving Electric?

About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 63.4 0 $22.19 $10.14
Efficient EV 52.8 0 $18.49 $8.45
EV Truck/SUV 84.5 1 $29.58 $13.52

Gas CO2

74 kg

EV CO2

25 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.

Forecast as of Aug 26, 2026

Origin

New Caledonia, AR

Late night in New Caledonia on Monday

Local time

12:35 AM

CDT

Current temp

73°F

Mostly Clear

S 0 to 5 mph 2% chance Live forecast

Heat Advisory

Heat Advisory issued August 25 at 1:06PM CDT until August 25 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Tulsa OK

Heat Advisory

Heat Advisory issued August 25 at 12:54PM CDT until August 25 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA

Destination

Dover, AR

Late night in Dover on Monday

Local time

12:35 AM

CDT

Current temp

73°F

Mostly Cloudy

E 0 to 5 mph 5% chance Live forecast

Heat Advisory

Heat Advisory issued August 25 at 1:06PM CDT until August 25 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Tulsa OK

Heat Advisory

Heat Advisory issued August 25 at 12:54PM CDT until August 25 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA

94°F

Sheridan, AR

106 mi in

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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

4h 6m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

211.3 mi in 4h 6m — 59% highway, the rest on surface roads. Biggest road: US 65.

59% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 72.3 mi on US 65.

How Hard Is This Drive?

5/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 10 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.

Driving Effort 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 211.3 miles you will encounter 10 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.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

450 ft 103 ft

Total Climb

426 ft

Total Descent

163 ft

Highest Point

450 ft

~211.3 mi in

Elevation Range

347 ft

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 Dover, AR, road signs point toward Little Rock and Fort Smith.

Little Rock

17.1 mi in | ~24m | via US 167

Fort Smith

131.9 mi in | ~2h 41m | via US 65

About the Cities

Arriving in Dover, AR

Full guide →

Founded 1832

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 4h 6m. Total distance: 211.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (59%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 72.3 miles on US 65. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

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: 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.

Possible but tiring. At 4.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.2 hours — manageable with a long break at Dover, AR, but most travelers stay overnight.

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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

Was this helpful?

Thanks for your feedback!

Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!

/500

Explore More

Return Trip

Dover, AR to New Caledonia, AR

Plan the drive back the other way.

212.8 mi 4h 7m

More from New Caledonia, AR

Bella Vista, AR 351.3 mi · 6h 32m Bentonville, AR 342 mi · 6h 20m Prairie Creek, AR 341.8 mi · 6h 24m Tontitown, AR 327.6 mi · 6h 4m Fayetteville, AR 317.2 mi · 5h 53m Luxora, AR 305.4 mi · 5h 43m
Escape planner: New Caledonia, AR Scenic drives in AR

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

Looking for more statewide routes? Browse AR road trips.