Fort Worth to New Orleans: 536 Miles, ~8 Hours Driving

The driving distance from Fort Worth, Texas to New Orleans, Louisiana is approximately 536 miles (863 km) via the fastest route.

Route

I-20 East the entire way—direct, no major mountain passes.

• Fort Worth → Dallas (30 mi) → Tyler (100 mi) → Shreveport (90 mi) → Monroe (110 mi) → Jackson, MS (115 mi) → New Orleans (190 mi)

Time & Stops

• Driving time: ~8 hours (no stops).
• Realistic: 9–10 hours with fuel, food, stretch breaks.
• Overnight option: Stop in Shreveport or Jackson.

Alternatives

• Fly: DFW → MSY, 1h 20m, often <$150.
• Train: Amtrak Texas Eagle (Fort Worth → New Orleans), ~12 hrs, scenic.

Notes

• I-20 through East Texas/Louisiana is mostly 75 mph limit.
• Traffic in Dallas & Jackson rush hours adds 30–60 min.
• Weather: Gulf storms can flood I-20 near LA border.

A straight-shot drive through the Piney Woods and Deep South—or a quick flight.