Albany, New York to Nashville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

825.9 miles 1329.2 km · straight line
988 miles actual route 1590.1 km · driving distance
18h 46min estimated drive time
$95 - $117 estimated fuel cost
~2h 10min flight time
241° WSW bearing direction

How far is Albany, New York from Nashville?

The distance from Albany, New York to Nashville is 825.9 miles (1329.2 km) as the crow flies. Nashville is located WSW of Albany, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 988 miles, taking about 18h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 10min. Both are located in United States — Albany, New York in New York and Nashville in Tennessee.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Albany, New York and Nashville. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Albany, New York to Nashville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 18h 46min $95 - $117 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 10min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~22h 31min $79–$148* Budget
Train ~24h 24min $119–$346* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Albany, New York & Nashville

Quick Facts

Albany, New York
42.65°N, 73.76°W
America/New_York
45m elevation
Nashville
36.16°N, 86.78°W
America/Chicago
182m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 275 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 69 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 30.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM