Hamilton, Ontario, Canada to New Orleans: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1077.5 miles 1734.1 km · straight line
1251.4 miles actual route 2014 km · driving distance
23h 22min estimated drive time
CAD 203 - CAD 250 estimated fuel cost
~2h 40min flight time
215° SW bearing direction

How far is Hamilton, Ontario, Canada from New Orleans?

The distance from Hamilton, Ontario, Canada to New Orleans is 1077.5 miles (1734.1 km) as the crow flies. New Orleans is located SW of Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1251.4 miles, taking about 23h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 40min. Hamilton, Ontario, Canada is in Ontario, Canada, while New Orleans is in Louisiana, United States.

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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Hamilton, Ontario, Canada and New Orleans. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Hamilton, Ontario, Canada to New Orleans

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 23h 22min CAD 203 - CAD 250 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 40min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~28h 2min $100–$188* Budget
Train ~30h 23min $150–$438* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hamilton, Ontario, Canada & New Orleans

Quick Facts

Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
43.26°N, 79.87°W
America/Toronto
78m elevation
New Orleans
29.95°N, 90.07°W
America/Chicago
1m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 359 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 90 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 23.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM