Moving from Oklahoma City, OK to New Orleans, LA
Your Complete Guide
749
Miles
13.6 hrs
Drive Time
I-5 South / I-40 East
Primary Highway
Off-Peak
Current Season
Cost of Living Comparison
Category
Oklahoma City, OK
New Orleans, LA
Cost of Living Index
84
97
Median Home Price
$195,000
$250,000
Median 1BR Rent
$850/mo
$1,200/mo
Avg Monthly Utilities
$140
$150
Grocery Index
92
100
Best Stops Along the Way
Breaking up a 749-mile drive? Here are great places to stop between Oklahoma City, OK and New Orleans, LA.
Fort Worth, TX
Where the West begins, combining cowboy culture with world-class museums. A growing city with the famous Stockyards National Historic District.
Fort Worth Stockyards, Kimbell Art Museum, and Western heritage
State Transition Guide: Oklahoma → Louisiana
Moving from Oklahoma to Louisiana? Here's what you need to know about updating your documents.
Driver's License
Update within 30 days of establishing residency in Louisiana
Vehicle Registration
Register vehicle within 30 days in Louisiana
Vehicle inspection: Required annually
Things to Know About Louisiana
- Louisiana uses parishes instead of counties
- Napoleonic Code influences the legal system
- Flood insurance is strongly recommended in many areas
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive is approximately 749 miles via I-5 South / I-40 East, taking about 13.6 hours of driving. We recommend breaking this into 2 days of driving, accounting for stops, fuel, and rest.