Great Smoky Mountains to New Orleans: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Great Smoky Mountains from New Orleans?

The distance from Great Smoky Mountains to New Orleans is 546.7 miles (879.8 km) as the crow flies. New Orleans is located SW of Great Smoky Mountains. By car, the driving distance is approximately 656 miles, taking about 13h 12min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 36min. Both are located in United States — Great Smoky Mountains in Tennessee and New Orleans in Louisiana.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Great Smoky Mountains 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.