Montreal to New Orleans: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Montreal from New Orleans?

The distance from Montreal to New Orleans is 1397 miles (2248.3 km) as the crow flies. New Orleans is located SW of Montreal. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1617.6 miles, taking about 30h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 19min. Montreal is in Quebec, 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 Montreal 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.