Ruston to Smyrna: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Ruston from Smyrna?

The distance from Ruston to Smyrna is 423.3 miles (681.2 km) as the crow flies. Smyrna is located NE of Ruston. By car, the driving distance is approximately 507.9 miles, taking about 10h 13min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 21min. Both are located in United States — Ruston in Louisiana and Smyrna in Tennessee.

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. 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 Ruston and Smyrna. 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.