Benton to New Orleans: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Benton from New Orleans?

The distance from Benton to New Orleans is 351 miles (564.8 km) as the crow flies. New Orleans is located SSE of Benton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 421.2 miles, taking about 8h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 12min. Both are located in United States — Benton in Arkansas 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Benton 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.