Auburn, Alabama to New Orleans: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Auburn, Alabama from New Orleans?

The distance from Auburn, Alabama to New Orleans is 327.4 miles (526.9 km) as the crow flies. New Orleans is located WSW of Auburn, Alabama. By car, the driving distance is approximately 392.9 miles, taking about 7h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 10min. Both are located in United States — Auburn, Alabama in Alabama 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 Auburn, Alabama 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.