Moving from New Orleans, LA to Nashville, TN
Your Complete Guide
530
Miles
8 hrs
Drive Time
I-59 North / I-65 North
Primary Highway
Off-Peak
Current Season
Cost of Living Comparison
Category
New Orleans, LA
Nashville, TN
Cost of Living Index
97
105
Median Home Price
$250,000
$420,000
Median 1BR Rent
$1,200/mo
$1,500/mo
Avg Monthly Utilities
$150
$145
Grocery Index
100
96
Best Stops Along the Way
Breaking up a 530-mile drive? Here are great places to stop between New Orleans, LA and Nashville, TN.
Birmingham, AL
Alabama's largest city with profound civil rights history and a booming food scene. Known as the Magic City for its rapid growth.
Civil Rights Institute, James Beard Award-winning restaurants, and Vulcan statue
State Transition Guide: Louisiana → Tennessee
Moving from Louisiana to Tennessee? Here's what you need to know about updating your documents.
Driver's License
Update within 30 days of establishing residency in Tennessee
Vehicle Registration
Register vehicle within 30 days in Tennessee
Vehicle inspection: Emissions in select counties
Things to Know About Tennessee
- No state income tax on wages or salary
- Nashville is one of the fastest-growing US cities
- Vehicle emissions testing required in Davidson and surrounding counties
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive is approximately 530 miles via I-59 North / I-65 North, taking about 8 hours of driving. We recommend breaking this into 1 days of driving, accounting for stops, fuel, and rest.