Gadsden to Ruston: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Gadsden from Ruston?

The distance from Gadsden to Ruston is 396.6 miles (638.3 km) as the crow flies. Ruston is located WSW of Gadsden. By car, the driving distance is approximately 476 miles, taking about 9h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 18min. Both are located in United States — Gadsden in Alabama and Ruston 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 Gadsden and Ruston. 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.