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New Orleans, LA to Nashville, TN Road Trip — Best Stops Along the Way

The best attractions, restaurants, and scenic stops between New Orleans, LA and Nashville, TN. 531 mi, approximately 7 hours 39 mins of driving. Real drive times, real ratings, real photos.

New Orleans, LANashville, TN

531 mi · 7 hours 39 mins drive · 12 stops found

12 stops along the way

Moss Rock Preserve, Hoover, AL 35226
1

Moss Rock Preserve

Hoover, AL 35226

4 hrs 55 min from New Orleans4.8 (1,877)NatureAttraction
Ross Bridge Historical Park, Hoover, AL 35226
2

Ross Bridge Historical Park

Hoover, AL 35226

4 hrs 56 min from New Orleans4.7 (168)NatureAttraction
Kelly Ingram Park, Birmingham, AL 35203
3

Kelly Ingram Park

Birmingham, AL 35203

4 hrs 57 min from New Orleans4.6 (1,351)NatureAttraction
Lover's Leap, Birmingham, AL 35226
4

Lover's Leap

Birmingham, AL 35226

4 hrs 57 min from New Orleans4.5 (90)Attraction
Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument, Birmingham, AL 35203
5

Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument

Birmingham, AL 35203

4 hrs 58 min from New Orleans4.7 (200)Attraction
Birmingham Ghosts: Ghost Tours and Haunted Pub Crawls, 20th St N, Birmingham
6

Birmingham Ghosts: Ghost Tours and Haunted Pub Crawls

20th St N, Birmingham

4 hrs 58 min from New Orleans4.9 (95)Attraction
Railroad Park Foundation, Birmingham, AL 35233
7

Railroad Park Foundation

Birmingham, AL 35233

4 hrs 59 min from New Orleans4.7 (4,189)NatureAttraction
McWane Science Center, Birmingham, AL 35203
8

McWane Science Center

Birmingham, AL 35203

4 hrs 59 min from New Orleans4.7 (5,184)HistoryAttraction
Arlington Antebellum Home & Gardens, Birmingham, AL 35211
9

Arlington Antebellum Home & Gardens

Birmingham, AL 35211

4 hrs 60 min from New Orleans4.5 (318)HistoryAttraction
“Before I die” wall, Birmingham, AL 35203
10

“Before I die” wall

Birmingham, AL 35203

5 hrs 1 min from New Orleans4.7 (11)Attraction
Vulcan Park and Museum, Birmingham, AL 35209
11

Vulcan Park and Museum

Birmingham, AL 35209

5 hrs 2 min from New Orleans4.7 (5,534)HistoryAttraction
Birmingham Botanical Gardens, Birmingham, AL 35223
12

Birmingham Botanical Gardens

Birmingham, AL 35223

5 hrs 3 min from New Orleans4.8 (4,264)Attraction

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the drive from New Orleans, LA to Nashville, TN?

The drive from New Orleans, LA to Nashville, TN is 531 mi, taking approximately 7 hours 39 mins without stops. With stops for food, gas, and sightseeing, plan for a full day.

What are the best stops between New Orleans, LA and Nashville, TN?

The best stops include scenic overlooks, state parks, historic towns, and local restaurants along the route. Check the stop cards above for top-rated options with real drive times and ratings from Google.

Is the New Orleans to Nashville drive scenic?

Yes. The route between New Orleans, LA and Nashville, TN passes through several interesting areas. The stops listed above highlight the best scenic, cultural, and food destinations along the way.

Should I make the New Orleans to Nashville trip a road trip or just drive straight through?

We recommend making it a road trip. The stops between New Orleans, LA and Nashville, TN are worth the detour. Most add less than 30 minutes to your total drive and offer experiences you won't find at highway rest stops.

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