Athens, Georgia to New Orleans: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Athens, Georgia from New Orleans?

The distance from Athens, Georgia to New Orleans is 480.1 miles (772.7 km) as the crow flies. New Orleans is located WSW of Athens, Georgia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 576.1 miles, taking about 11h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 28min. Both are located in United States — Athens, Georgia in Georgia and New Orleans in Louisiana.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Athens, Georgia and New Orleans. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.