Montgomery, Alabama to Nashville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

262.8 miles 423 km · straight line
279.6 miles actual route 450 km · driving distance
5h 7min estimated drive time
$27 - $33 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
354° N bearing direction

How far is Montgomery, Alabama from Nashville?

The distance from Montgomery, Alabama to Nashville is 262.8 miles (423 km) as the crow flies. Nashville is located N of Montgomery, Alabama. By car, the driving distance is approximately 279.6 miles, taking about 5h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States — Montgomery, Alabama in Alabama and Nashville in Tennessee.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee.

Coordinates come from public place data for Montgomery, Alabama and Nashville. 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 Montgomery, Alabama to Nashville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 7min $27 - $33 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 8min $22–$42* Budget
Train ~4h 52min $34–$98* Comfort

For 2+ travelers, driving is usually cheaper. Solo? Consider the bus.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

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Quick Facts

Montgomery, Alabama
32.38°N, 86.31°W
America/Chicago
73m elevation
Nashville
36.16°N, 86.78°W
America/Chicago
182m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 88 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 94.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM