Nashville to Ottawa, Ontario, Canada: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Nashville from Ottawa, Ontario, Canada?

The distance from Nashville to Ottawa, Ontario, Canada is 861.8 miles (1386.9 km) as the crow flies. Ottawa, Ontario, Canada is located NE of Nashville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1030.1 miles, taking about 19h 40min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 14min. Nashville is in Tennessee, United States, while Ottawa, Ontario, Canada is in Ontario, Canada.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Nashville and Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. 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.