How far is Natchitoches, LA from New Orleans, LA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Natchitoches and New Orleans is 217.86 miles (350.61 km).
Flight distance from Natchitoches, LA to New Orleans, LA is 217.86 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 31 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 28 minutes to travel from Natchitoches to New Orleans with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Natchitoches, Louisiana to New Orleans, Louisiana is: 259.24 miles (417.21 km) by car.
Driving from Natchitoches to New Orleans will take approximately 04 hours 06 minutes.
#1 Natchitoches
Small city and the parish seat of Natchitoches Parish, Louisiana, United States
| Population | 17190 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 31°45'39"N 93°5'11"W |
| Latitude | 31.7607200 |
| Longitude | -93.0862700 |
| Altitude | 36 |
| Country | United States |
#2 New Orleans
The most populous city in Louisiana and the center of the New Orleans metropolitan area. It is located on the Mississippi River in southeastern Louisiana. New Orleans is known for its French and Spanish colonial influence, its jazz music, and its many attractions, such as the French Quarter and the Mardi Gras celebration.
| Population | 389476 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 29°57'17"N 90°4'30"W |
| Latitude | 29.9546500 |
| Longitude | -90.0750700 |
| Altitude | 0 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in New Orleans: Tulane Avenue (-90.07507,29.954633)
Estimated Travel Time Between Natchitoches and New Orleans
The distance between Natchitoches and New Orleans is 417 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 04 hours 38 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Natchitoches and New Orleans. The current time is 05:43:48.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08 hours 38 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06 hours 28 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05 hours 11 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04 hours 19 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03 hours 42 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 03 hours 27 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 03 hours 14 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 34.63 liters (9.15 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Natchitoches and New Orleans.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Natchitoches to New Orleans is $28.11 (diesel $37.18).
Louisiana gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.07 | $3.48 | $3.84 | $4.06 |
| Total | $28.11 | $31.85 | $35.15 | $37.18 |
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The average gas price (in Louisiana ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.073 (Diesel $4.064) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 28, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Natchitoches and New Orleans (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
