Nashville to Ruston: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Nashville from Ruston?

The distance from Nashville to Ruston is 418 miles (672.7 km) as the crow flies. Ruston is located SW of Nashville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 514 miles, taking about 9h 34min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 20min. Both are located in United States — Nashville in Tennessee and Ruston in Louisiana.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Nashville and Ruston. 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.