Traveling from New Caledonia to Tennessee, Arkansas, covers a modest 75.6-mile distance that typically takes about 1 hour and 23 minutes to complete. Because this journey is well within the scope of a single day, you won't need to worry about booking overnight accommodations. Budgeting approximately $10 for fuel should be sufficient to get you from one end of this route to the other. You will be navigating entirely within the Southeast region of Arkansas, making this a straightforward regional trip. It is a practical choice if you are looking for a quick, efficient way to connect between these two specific points without the need for multiple stops.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
37.8 miles from New Caledonia, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 56m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Moro Bay Highway
44.1 mi
1h 5m
US 278
14.7 mi
21m
Junction City Highway
12 mi
13m
Caledonia Road
1.8 mi
6m
East Main Street
1.2 mi
1m
Moro Bay Road
1 mi
1m
Tennessee Spur Road
0.3 mi
1m
Barnett Drive
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Moro Bay Highway
— 44.1 mi, about 1h 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Caledonia, AR and Tennessee, 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
3.1 mi·3 min·Junction City Highway
5
Take the exit onto US 63
0.2 mi·22 sec·US 63
Exit 16Toward US 63 North: Warren
6
Turn right onto US 63
1.2 mi·1 min·East Main Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
7
Continue on US 63
1.0 mi·1 min·Moro Bay Road
8
Continue on US 63
44 mi·1 hr 5 min·Moro Bay Highway
9
Turn right onto US 278
2.5 mi·3 min·US 278
10
Turn slight right onto US 278
12 mi·18 min·US 278
11
Turn right onto Tennessee Spur Road
0.3 mi·1 min·Tennessee Spur Road
12
Arrive at destination
Tennessee Spur Road
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best. You won't need to plan for any formal stops, as the duration is manageable without a break. Given that the route is composed of local roads, keep an eye on your navigation as you transition between Junction City Highway, Barnett Drive, and US 63 North. Ensure your vehicle is fueled up before you leave, as the $10 estimate covers the basics for this 75.6-mile trek. Making sure you are comfortable with a turn-heavy route will make your travel experience much smoother.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 37.8 miles from New Caledonia, AR, or about 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 44.1 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 17 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.8 miles or 56m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Tennessee, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from New Caledonia, AR
This is one driving day of about 75.6 miles and 1h 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from New Caledonia, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Moro Bay Highway for about 44.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 5
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.8 and 75.3 — 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
14.1 mi into trip|~20m in|US 63
Take the exit onto US 63 toward US 63 North: Warren
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 16
Toward US 63 North: Warren
5
14.3 mi into trip|~21m in|US 63 / East Main Street
Turn right onto US 63 / East Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
3
60.6 mi into trip|~1h 30m in|US 278
Turn right onto US 278
Navigation decision point
3
75.3 mi into trip|~1h 51m in|Tennessee Spur Road
Turn right onto Tennessee Spur Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.42 one way
$22.83 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg27 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$12.53
$25.07
premium
$4.56
$13.57
$27.14
diesel
$5.61
$16.69
$33.38
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
22.7
0
$7.94
$3.63
Efficient EV
18.9
0
$6.61
$3.02
EV Truck/SUV
30.2
0
$10.58
$4.84
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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 17, 2026
Origin
New Caledonia, AR
Late night
in New Caledonia on Sunday
Local time
5:04 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Tennessee, AR
Late night
in Tennessee on Sunday
Local time
5:04 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Mostly Clear
0 mph2% chanceLive forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Watch
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued April 16 at 4:25PM CDT until April 16 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Memphis TN
77°F
Warren, AR
38 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
11 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
1h 53m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate experience, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will primarily navigate via Junction City Highway, Barnett Drive, and US 63 North to reach your destination. Because there are no long, uninterrupted stretches on this path, you should remain focused on the road as the layout changes frequently. The journey demands more active driving than a standard highway cruise, so prepare for a slower, more deliberate pace behind the wheel. It is a localized trek that requires your full attention on the winding turns throughout the drive.
Only 20% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 44.1 mi on Moro Bay 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 Effort1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from New Caledonia, AR to Tennessee, AR is easy. At 1h 53m with 20% 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 14.1 miles (US 63): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 14.3 miles (US 63 / East Main Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Tennessee is a US state in the South known for its rich history, music, and the Appalachian Mountains along its eastern border. Many visitors come to see Elvis Presley's home, Graceland, or the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
The longest stretch is about 44.1 miles on Moro Bay 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 14.1 miles (US 63): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 14.3 miles (US 63 / East Main Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Tennessee, AR before heading back.
