New Orleans to Troy, Alabama: Road Trip Guide & Distance

275 miles 442.5 km · straight line
343.7 miles estimated 553.1 km · driving distance
6h 55min estimated drive time
$33 - $41 estimated fuel cost
~1h 3min flight time
61° ENE bearing direction

How far is New Orleans from Troy, Alabama?

The distance from New Orleans to Troy, Alabama is 275 miles (442.5 km) as the crow flies. Troy, Alabama is located ENE of New Orleans. By car, the driving distance is approximately 343.7 miles, taking about 6h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States — New Orleans in Louisiana and Troy, Alabama in Alabama.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for New Orleans and Troy, Alabama. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from New Orleans to Troy, Alabama

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 55min $33 - $41 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 3min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 18min $27–$52* Budget
Train ~6h 34min $41–$120* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between New Orleans & Troy, Alabama

Quick Facts

New Orleans
29.95°N, 90.07°W
America/Chicago
1m elevation
Troy, Alabama
31.81°N, 85.97°W
America/Chicago
165m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 92 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 90.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients