This 109.6-mile drive from Walnut Ridge to New Caledonia, Arkansas, is a straightforward, single-day excursion. You can expect to spend about 1 hour and 57 minutes on the road, making it an ideal day trip without the need for an overnight stay. The route primarily utilizes local roads like Redfield Road and South Rock Street, with a brief segment of Sheridan Bypass. With a projected fuel cost of $17, this trip is quite budget-friendly. The journey stays within the Southeast region, offering a consistent feel throughout.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
54.7 miles from Walnut Ridge, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 14m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 167
57.4 mi
1h 8m
South Rock Street
33.7 mi
40m
Redfield Road
11.5 mi
20m
US 79
4.1 mi
6m
Caledonia Road
1.8 mi
6m
US 270
0.8 mi
1m
Sheridan Bypass
<0.1 mi
<1m
Forestry Rd 9955
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
US 167
— 57.4 mi, about 1h 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Walnut Ridge, AR and New Caledonia, AR.
1
Start on Forestry Rd 9955
270 ft·11 sec·Forestry Rd 9955
2
Turn right onto AR 46
11 mi·20 min·Redfield Road
3
Turn right onto US 270
0.8 mi·1 min·US 270
4
Turn left onto US 167B
4.3 mi·6 min·South Rock Street
5
At end of road, turn left onto US 167
278 ft·9 sec·Sheridan Bypass
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Continue on US 167
29 mi·34 min·South Rock Street
7
Turn right onto US 79; US 167
4.1 mi·6 min·US 79; US 167
8
Keep slight left at fork onto US 167
42 mi·50 min·US 167
Toward US 167: El Dorado
9
Take the exit onto US 167
16 mi·18 min·US 167
Toward US 167 South, AR 7 South: El Dorado, Junction City
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Turn left onto Caledonia Road
1.8 mi·6 min·Caledonia Road
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Arrive at destination
Caledonia Road
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short 109.6-mile distance and 1 hour and 57-minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility with your departure time. Since there are no designated stops and the longest stretch isn't specified, plan to make your own breaks as needed, perhaps in one of the towns along Redfield Road or South Rock Street. The estimated fuel cost is $17, so ensure your tank is adequately filled before setting off. A practical tip for this turn-heavy route is to stay mindful of posted speed limits, as they can change frequently on local roads.
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 54.7 miles from Walnut Ridge, AR, or about 1h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 57.4 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 24 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 54.7 miles or 1h 14m 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 57m
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 Walnut Ridge, 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 Walnut Ridge, AR
This is one driving day of about 109.3 miles and 2h 24m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Walnut Ridge, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 167 for about 57.4 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 7
5 decision points cluster between mile 11.5 and 107.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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11.5 mi into trip|~20m in|US 270
Turn right onto US 270
Navigation decision point
3
12.3 mi into trip|~22m in|US 167B / South Rock Street
Turn left onto US 167B / South Rock Street
Navigation decision point
5
50.2 mi into trip|~1h 9m in|US 167
Keep slight left at fork onto US 167 toward US 167: El Dorado
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward US 167: El Dorado
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91.9 mi into trip|~1h 59m in|US 167
Take the exit onto US 167 toward US 167 South, AR 7 South: El Dorado, Junction City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 167 South, AR 7 South: El Dorado, Jun...
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107.6 mi into trip|~2h 17m in|Caledonia Road
Turn left onto Caledonia Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.51 one way
$33.01 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg38 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$18.12
$36.24
premium
$4.56
$19.62
$39.24
diesel
$5.61
$24.13
$48.26
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
32.8
0
$11.48
$5.25
Efficient EV
27.3
0
$9.56
$4.37
EV Truck/SUV
43.7
0
$15.30
$7.00
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 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 Apr 20, 2026
Origin
Walnut Ridge, AR
Late night
in Walnut Ridge on Tuesday
Local time
3:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
New Caledonia, AR
Late night
in New Caledonia on Tuesday
Local time
3:59 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 24m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a 'turn-heavy' local drive for this 109.6-mile route, as it features a 0% highway share. You'll navigate through communities using roads such as Redfield Road and South Rock Street, interspersed with the Sheridan Bypass. This type of driving means you'll be making frequent adjustments and experiencing more of the local landscape. Without long highway stretches, the entire 1 hour and 57-minute duration will be characterized by active engagement with the road.
57% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 57.4 mi on US 167.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 11.5 miles in near US 270.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Walnut Ridge, AR to New Caledonia, AR is easy. At 2h 24m with 57% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 11.5 miles (US 270): Navigation decision point; at 12.3 miles (US 167B / South Rock Street): Navigation decision point; at 50.2 miles (US 167): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Walnut Ridge, AR to New Caledonia, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Junction City along the way.
Junction City
91.9 mi in|~1h 59m|via US 167
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 24m. Total distance: 109.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 57.4 miles on US 167. 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: at 11.5 miles (US 270): Navigation decision point; at 12.3 miles (US 167B / South Rock Street): Navigation decision point; at 50.2 miles (US 167): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at New Caledonia, AR before heading back.
