Road Trips From New Orleans

Road Trips From New Orleans

Explore the best road trips from New Orleans. From Gulf Coast day drives to multi-week Southern and cross-country adventures, this page lists the most popular routes starting in New Orleans. Filter by duration, season, direction, and theme to find your next drive.

68 Curated itineraries
7 Duration options
Updated November 27, 2025

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Route map from New Orleans to Lake Pontchartrain North Shore
Day Trip Moderate

Lake Pontchartrain North Shore

Louisiana
View on map

Highlights

24-mile causeway bridge, Mandeville, North Shore attractions

Route

New Orleans Metairie Lake Pontchartrain

Driving stats

34 km 0.4 hrs

Trip profile

Direction N Score 92

Best months

March April May September October November

Themes

Scenic Drive Lakefront Bridge Experience
Route map from New Orleans to River Road (LA 18) Plantation Route
Day Trip Easy

River Road (LA 18) Plantation Route

Louisiana
View on map

Highlights

Historic plantation homes, Spanish moss, Mississippi views

Route

New Orleans Luling LA-18

Driving stats

57 km 0.6 hrs

Trip profile

Direction NW Score 89

Best months

March April May October November

Themes

Historic Plantations Scenic Culture
Route map from New Orleans to City Tour (New Orleans)
Day Trip Easy

City Tour (New Orleans)

Louisiana
View on map

Highlights

French Quarter, Garden District, museums, historic architecture

Route

New Orleans

Driving stats

2 km 0.1 hrs

Trip profile

Direction N/A Score 88

Best months

October November December March April May

Themes

Urban Culture Sightseeing
Route map from New Orleans to Kraemer Ride (Highway 307)
Day Trip Easy

Kraemer Ride (Highway 307)

Louisiana
View on map

Highlights

Westbank swamp ride, bayou scenery, local motorcycle favorite

Route

New Orleans Kraemer Ride (Highway 307)

Driving stats

2000 km 20 hrs

Trip profile

Direction W Score 88

Best months

October November December March April May

Themes

Motorcycle Swamp Scenic Route Wildlife
Route map from New Orleans to Abita Springs (Tammany Trace Trail)
Day Trip Easy

Abita Springs (Tammany Trace Trail)

Louisiana
View on map

Highlights

Abita Brewery, Mystery House, funky shops, rail trail

Route

New Orleans Metairie Mandeville Tammany Trace Bike Trail

Driving stats

56 km 0.6 hrs

Trip profile

Direction NE Score 87

Best months

March April May September October November

Themes

Town Brewery Quirky Scenic
Route map from New Orleans to Houmas House Plantation
Day Trip Easy

Houmas House Plantation

Louisiana
View on map

Highlights

Grand mansion, beautiful gardens, plantation history tours

Route

New Orleans Sorrento Houmas House Estate and Gardens

Driving stats

93 km 1 hrs

Trip profile

Direction NW Score 86

Best months

March April May October November

Themes

Historic Mansion Gardens Tours
Route map from New Orleans to Jean Lafitte National Historical Park
Day Trip Easy

Jean Lafitte National Historical Park

Louisiana
View on map

Highlights

Swamp tours, wildlife, historic sites, interpretive centers

Route

New Orleans Marrero

Driving stats

14 km 0.2 hrs

Trip profile

Direction SE Score 85

Best months

March April May October November

Themes

Nature History Bayou Culture
Route map from New Orleans to Ocean Springs, Mississippi
Day Trip Easy

Ocean Springs, Mississippi

Mississippi
View on map

Highlights

Charming coastal town, art galleries, beach access, waterfront dining

Route

New Orleans Saint Martin Ocean Springs

Driving stats

149 km 1.5 hrs

Trip profile

Direction E Score 84

Best months

March April May October November

Themes

Coastal Town Art Beach Culture
Route map from New Orleans to Abita Mystery House & Abita Brewing Company
Day Trip Easy

Abita Mystery House & Abita Brewing Company

Louisiana
View on map

Highlights

Brewery tours, craft beer tasting, eccentric folk art museum

Route

New Orleans Metairie Mandeville Abita Springs

Driving stats

69 km 0.8 hrs

Trip profile

Direction NE Score 83

Best months

March April May September October November

Themes

Brewery Museum Quirky Food
Route map from New Orleans to Fontainebleau State Park
Day Trip Easy

Fontainebleau State Park

Louisiana
View on map

Highlights

Lakefront trails, historic ruins, picnic areas, water recreation

Route

New Orleans Metairie Mandeville Fontainebleau State Park

Driving stats

61 km 0.8 hrs

Trip profile

Direction NE Score 82

Best months

March April May October November

Themes

Nature Hiking Beach Scenic
Route map from New Orleans to Bayou la Batre, Alabama
Day Trip Easy

Bayou la Batre, Alabama

Alabama
View on map

Highlights

Fishing harbor, fresh seafood, authentic Gulf village atmosphere

Route

New Orleans Grand Bay Bayou La Batre

Driving stats

209 km 2 hrs

Trip profile

Direction E Score 81

Best months

March April May October November

Themes

Fishing Village Seafood Coastal Scenic
Route map from New Orleans to Manchac Swamp Tour
Day Trip Easy

Manchac Swamp Tour

Louisiana
View on map

Highlights

Bayou wildlife viewing, cypress trees, bird watching

Route

New Orleans LaPlace The Manchac Swamp Bridge

Driving stats

67 km 0.7 hrs

Trip profile

Direction NW Score 80

Best months

March April May September October November

Themes

Nature Wildlife Swamp Scenic
Route map from New Orleans to Houma to Avery Island (LA 1 & Tabasco Factory)
Day Trip Easy

Houma to Avery Island (LA 1 & Tabasco Factory)

Louisiana
View on map

Highlights

Tabasco Factory tour, marshlands, Bayou Teche scenery

Route

New Orleans Boutte New Iberia Avery Island

Driving stats

221 km 2.2 hrs

Trip profile

Direction S Score 80

Best months

March April May October November

Themes

Factory Tour Food Bayou Scenic
Route map from New Orleans to Grand Isle Barrier Island
Day Trip Easy

Grand Isle Barrier Island

Louisiana
View on map

Highlights

Barrier island beaches, bird watching, shell collecting, fishing

Route

New Orleans Raceland Larose Grand Isle

Driving stats

173 km 2 hrs

Trip profile

Direction SE Score 79

Best months

March April May October November

Themes

Beach Island Wildlife Fishing
Route map from New Orleans to Maurepas Swamp (LA 406)
Day Trip Easy

Maurepas Swamp (LA 406)

Louisiana
View on map

Highlights

Pristine swamp scenery, cypress forests, alligators, remote feel

Route

New Orleans Maurepas Swamp Wildlife Management Area

Driving stats

50 km 0.5 hrs

Trip profile

Direction NW Score 78

Best months

October November December March April May

Themes

Scenic Drive Swamp Wildlife Nature
Route map from New Orleans to City Park Chill Out (New Orleans)
Day Trip Easy

City Park Chill Out (New Orleans)

Louisiana
View on map

Highlights

New Orleans City Park, Storyland, museums, walking paths

Route

New Orleans City Park

Driving stats

10 km 0.2 hrs

Trip profile

Direction N Score 77

Best months

March April May September October November

Themes

Urban Park Relaxation Culture
Route map from New Orleans to Shell Beach Drive (Seashell Shuffle)
Day Trip Easy

Shell Beach Drive (Seashell Shuffle)

Louisiana
View on map

Highlights

Beach shell collecting, Gulf views, casual coastal escape

Route

New Orleans Baton Rouge Lake Charles Shell Beach Dr

Driving stats

334 km 3.1 hrs

Trip profile

Direction E Score 76

Best months

March April May September October November

Themes

Beach Shells Scenic Casual
Route map from New Orleans to Chef Menteur Highway to Gulf Coast
Day Trip Moderate

Chef Menteur Highway to Gulf Coast

Louisiana
View on map

Highlights

Swamp ride through Rigolets, Pearl River Delta, Gulf approach

Route

New Orleans Chef Menteur Hwy

Driving stats

43 km 0.6 hrs

Trip profile

Direction E Score 75

Best months

March April May September October November

Themes

Scenic Drive Swamp Rigolets Beach
Route map from New Orleans to Metairie Cemetery Cruise
Day Trip Easy

Metairie Cemetery Cruise

Louisiana
View on map

Highlights

Historic above-ground cemetery, architectural tours, local history

Route

New Orleans

Driving stats

6 km 0.1 hrs

Trip profile

Direction W Score 73

Best months

March April May October November

Themes

History Cemetery Culture Urban
Route map from New Orleans to Crazy Al's Lake Loop (Detecht Route)
Day Trip Easy

Crazy Al's Lake Loop (Detecht Route)

Louisiana
View on map

Highlights

Local motorcycle favorite, lake views, scenic roadside stops

Route

New Orleans Crazy Al's Lake Loop (Detecht Route)

Driving stats

1500 km 15 hrs

Trip profile

Direction N Score 72

Best months

October November December March April May

Themes

Motorcycle Scenic Loop Water Views
Route map from New Orleans to New Orleans Morning/Afternoon Ride
Day Trip Easy

New Orleans Morning/Afternoon Ride

Louisiana
View on map

Highlights

Local neighborhood rides, French Quarter, city exploration

Route

New Orleans

Driving stats

2 km 0.1 hrs

Trip profile

Direction Various Score 70

Best months

October November December March April May

Themes

Motorcycle Urban Casual Ride
Route map from New Orleans to Destin/Pensacola, Florida Beach Loop
Weekend Moderate

Destin/Pensacola, Florida Beach Loop

Florida
View on map

Highlights

Turquoise Gulf waters, white sand beaches, coastal dining, water activities

Route

New Orleans Mobile Avalon Midway Destin

Driving stats

404 km 4.1 hrs

Trip profile

Direction E Score 91

Best months

April May September October

Themes

Beach Coastal Town Water Sports Scenic
Route map from New Orleans to Gulf Shores / Orange Beach, Alabama
Weekend Easy

Gulf Shores / Orange Beach, Alabama

Alabama
View on map

Highlights

Sandy beaches, water sports, Gulf Shores Pier, seafood restaurants

Route

New Orleans Foley Orange Beach

Driving stats

316 km 3.1 hrs

Trip profile

Direction E Score 90

Best months

April May September October

Themes

Beach Coastal Resort Water Sports Relaxation
Route map from New Orleans to Biloxi, Mississippi
Weekend Easy

Biloxi, Mississippi

Mississippi
View on map

Highlights

Beach resorts, casinos, Biloxi Beach, seafood, entertainment

Route

New Orleans D'Iberville Biloxi

Driving stats

146 km 1.4 hrs

Trip profile

Direction E Score 88

Best months

March April May October November

Themes

Beach Casinos Coastal Entertainment
Route map from New Orleans to Natchitoches, Louisiana
Weekend Easy

Natchitoches, Louisiana

Louisiana
View on map

Highlights

Oldest permanent settlement, Creole cottages, meat pies, river views

Route

New Orleans Baton Rouge Natchitoches

Driving stats

415 km 4 hrs

Trip profile

Direction NW Score 87

Best months

March April May October November

Themes

Historic Town Creole Culture Food Shopping
Route map from New Orleans to Gulf Coast 5-Day: New Orleans > Orange Beach > Biloxi
Weekend Easy

Gulf Coast 5-Day: New Orleans > Orange Beach > Biloxi

Multiple
View on map

Highlights

Coastal beaches, seafood, water activities, resort towns

Route

New Orleans D'Iberville Biloxi

Driving stats

146 km 1.4 hrs

Trip profile

Direction E Score 86

Best months

April May September October

Themes

Beach Tour Coastal Multi-city
Route map from New Orleans to Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Weekend Easy

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Louisiana
View on map

Highlights

State Capitol, USS Kidd, River Road plantations, dining

Route

New Orleans Baton Rouge

Driving stats

131 km 1.3 hrs

Trip profile

Direction NW Score 86

Best months

March April May October November

Themes

State Capital History Culture Food
Route map from New Orleans to Mobile, Alabama
Weekend Easy

Mobile, Alabama

Alabama
View on map

Highlights

Historic downtown, Mardi Gras Museum, battleship USS Alabama, dining

Route

New Orleans Mobile

Driving stats

232 km 2.1 hrs

Trip profile

Direction E Score 85

Best months

March April May October November

Themes

Historic City History Culture Waterfront
Route map from New Orleans to Breaux Bridge (Crawfish Capital)
Weekend Easy

Breaux Bridge (Crawfish Capital)

Louisiana
View on map

Highlights

Crawfish capital, Cajun cuisine, festivals, local charm

Route

New Orleans Baton Rouge Henderson Breaux Bridge

Driving stats

202 km 2 hrs

Trip profile

Direction W Score 85

Best months

March April May October

Themes

Cajun Culture Food Festival Small Town
Route map from New Orleans to Mini Solo Road-Trip: Mobile > Biloxi > New Orleans
Weekend Moderate

Mini Solo Road-Trip: Mobile > Biloxi > New Orleans

Multiple
View on map

Highlights

Mobile historic district, Biloxi beaches, return via Gulfport

Route

New Orleans D'Iberville Biloxi

Driving stats

146 km 1.4 hrs

Trip profile

Direction E Score 84

Best months

March April May October November

Themes

Beach Loop Coastal Tour Multi-city
Route map from New Orleans to Fairhope, Alabama
Weekend Easy

Fairhope, Alabama

Alabama
View on map

Highlights

Fairhope Pier, artsy atmosphere, restaurants, bay views

Route

New Orleans Mobile Daphne Fairhope

Driving stats

260 km 2.5 hrs

Trip profile

Direction E Score 83

Best months

March April May October November

Themes

Coastal Town Art Scenic Charming
Route map from New Orleans to Mandeville, Louisiana
Weekend Easy

Mandeville, Louisiana

Louisiana
View on map

Highlights

Lake Pontchartrain waterfront, restaurants, shopping, historic charm

Route

New Orleans Metairie Mandeville

Driving stats

56 km 0.6 hrs

Trip profile

Direction N Score 82

Best months

March April May October November

Themes

Lakefront Town Scenic Charming Relaxation
Route map from New Orleans to Lake Charles, Louisiana
Weekend Easy

Lake Charles, Louisiana

Louisiana
View on map

Highlights

Creole Nature Trail scenic byway, wildlife refuge, birdwatching

Route

New Orleans Baton Rouge Lake Charles

Driving stats

331 km 3.1 hrs

Trip profile

Direction W Score 76

Best months

March April May October November

Themes

Creole Nature Trail Wildlife Scenic Byway
Route map from New Orleans to Shreveport, Louisiana
Weekend Easy

Shreveport, Louisiana

Louisiana
View on map

Highlights

Red River views, casinos, museums, historic downtown

Route

New Orleans Baton Rouge Shreveport

Driving stats

525 km 4.8 hrs

Trip profile

Direction NW Score 74

Best months

March April May October November

Themes

River City History Culture Entertainment
Route map from New Orleans to Louisiana Bayou Road Trip (Lafayette, Baton Rouge)
3 4 Days Easy

Louisiana Bayou Road Trip (Lafayette, Baton Rouge)

Louisiana
View on map

Highlights

Cajun food, Vermilionville, Atchafalaya Swamp, Baton Rouge

Route

New Orleans Sorrento Plaquemine Bayou Rd

Driving stats

143 km 1.6 hrs

Trip profile

Direction NW-W Score 87

Best months

March April May October November

Themes

Cajun Culture Bayou Food Scenic
Route map from New Orleans to New Orleans to Vicksburg, MS (Natchez Trace Connection)
3 4 Days Moderate

New Orleans to Vicksburg, MS (Natchez Trace Connection)

Mississippi
View on map

Highlights

Vicksburg Civil War battlefield, Natchez historic homes, river views

Route

New Orleans LaPlace Utica Beechwood Vicksburg

Driving stats

333 km 3.2 hrs

Trip profile

Direction N Score 83

Best months

March April May October November

Themes

Historic Sites Civil War Scenic Heritage
Route map from New Orleans to Atchafalaya Adventure (Atchafalaya National Heritage Area Byway)
3 4 Days Easy

Atchafalaya Adventure (Atchafalaya National Heritage Area Byway)

Louisiana
View on map

Highlights

Atchafalaya Swamp views, bayou scenery, wildlife, small towns

Route

New Orleans Boutte Centerville W Atchafalaya Basin Spillway Levee

Driving stats

174 km 1.9 hrs

Trip profile

Direction W Score 82

Best months

March April May October November

Themes

Swamp Nature Scenic Byway Wildlife
Route map from New Orleans to Creole Nature Trail
3 4 Days Easy

Creole Nature Trail

Louisiana
View on map

Highlights

Coastal marsh, prairie views, wildlife refuge, birdwatching paradise

Route

New Orleans Baton Rouge Sulphur Carlyss

Driving stats

353 km 3.3 hrs

Trip profile

Direction W Score 81

Best months

March April October November

Themes

Scenic Byway Wildlife Birdwatching Nature
Route map from New Orleans to Zydeco Cajun Prairie Scenic Byway
3 4 Days Easy

Zydeco Cajun Prairie Scenic Byway

Louisiana
View on map

Highlights

283-mile byway, Cajun music heritage, prairie landscapes, small towns

Route

New Orleans Baton Rouge Ville Platte

Driving stats

250 km 2.6 hrs

Trip profile

Direction W Score 80

Best months

March April May October November

Themes

Scenic Byway Cajun Culture Music Heritage
Route map from New Orleans to Southern Swamp Byway
3 4 Days Easy

Southern Swamp Byway

Louisiana
View on map

Highlights

Swamp scenery, Hammond lunch stops, scenic drives

Route

New Orleans Southern Swamp Byway

Driving stats

500 km 5 hrs

Trip profile

Direction NW Score 78

Best months

March April May October November

Themes

Scenic Byway Swamp Nature Scenic
Route map from New Orleans to Old Spanish Trail (New Orleans to Coastal Roads)
3 4 Days Easy

Old Spanish Trail (New Orleans to Coastal Roads)

Multiple
View on map

Highlights

Historic trail, coastal roads, Bay St. Louis, scenic drives

Route

New Orleans Old Spanish Trail

Driving stats

33 km 0.5 hrs

Trip profile

Direction E Score 76

Best months

March April May October November

Themes

Historic Route Scenic Coastal
Route map from New Orleans to Historic US 80 Byway
3 4 Days Easy

Historic US 80 Byway

Louisiana
View on map

Highlights

Historic highway, cross-country connections, scenic stops

Route

New Orleans Historic US 80 Byway

Driving stats

500 km 5 hrs

Trip profile

Direction NW-E Score 75

Best months

March April May October November

Themes

Historic Route Scenic Byway Heritage
Route map from New Orleans to New Orleans–Nashville–Memphis Loop (Music Road Trip)
5 7 Days Moderate

New Orleans–Nashville–Memphis Loop (Music Road Trip)

Multiple
View on map

Highlights

Graceland, Memphis music scene, Nashville country music, blues heritage

Route

New Orleans LaPlace Jackson Canton Memphis

Driving stats

636 km 5.7 hrs

Trip profile

Direction NW-N Score 94

Best months

March April May September October November

Themes

Music Historic Cities Southern Culture Blues Trail
Route map from New Orleans to Deep South: NOLA to DC via Blue Ridge & Appalachian Backroads
5 7 Days Challenging

Deep South: NOLA to DC via Blue Ridge & Appalachian Backroads

Multiple
View on map

Highlights

Blue Ridge Parkway, Appalachian scenery, historic sites, mountain towns

Route

New Orleans

Driving stats

500 km 5 hrs

Trip profile

Direction NE Score 91

Best months

April May September October

Themes

Scenic Byways Mountain Roads Historic Route
Route map from New Orleans to Great River Road (NOLA–Baton Rouge–St. Louis–Memphis)
5 7 Days Moderate

Great River Road (NOLA–Baton Rouge–St. Louis–Memphis)

Multiple
View on map

Highlights

Mississippi River views, historic towns, plantations, scenic heritage route

Route

New Orleans LaPlace Jackson Canton Memphis

Driving stats

636 km 5.7 hrs

Trip profile

Direction N Score 90

Best months

March April May October November

Themes

Historic Highway River Scenery Scenic Byway
Route map from New Orleans to Asheville, Charleston & Savannah Circuit
5 7 Days Moderate

Asheville, Charleston & Savannah Circuit

Multiple
View on map

Highlights

Asheville Blue Ridge area, Charleston historic district, Savannah charm

Route

New Orleans Mobile Montgomery Atlanta Franklin Asheville

Driving stats

1073 km 10.1 hrs

Trip profile

Direction NE Score 89

Best months

April May September October November

Themes

Historic Cities Southeastern Tour Culture Scenic
Route map from New Orleans to New Orleans–Atlanta, via Natchez, Lafayette
5 7 Days Moderate

New Orleans–Atlanta, via Natchez, Lafayette

Multiple
View on map

Highlights

Natchez historic mansions, Vicksburg Civil War sites, Atlanta culture

Route

New Orleans

Driving stats

500 km 5 hrs

Trip profile

Direction NE Score 85

Best months

March April May October November

Themes

Historic Route Southern Heritage Scenic
Route map from New Orleans to Southern USA Music Road Trip (Nashville-Memphis-New Orleans loop)
10 15 Days Moderate

Southern USA Music Road Trip (Nashville-Memphis-New Orleans loop)

Multiple
View on map

Highlights

Music venues, recording studios, blues heritage, Graceland, country music

Route

New Orleans Birmingham Nashville

Driving stats

856 km 7.7 hrs

Trip profile

Direction N-W Score 92

Best months

March April May September October November

Themes

Music Cultural Tour Southern Heritage
Route map from New Orleans to New Orleans to Miami (via Tallahassee, Tampa, Orlando)
10 15 Days Moderate

New Orleans to Miami (via Tallahassee, Tampa, Orlando)

Multiple
View on map

Highlights

Tallahassee capital, Gulf Coast, Orlando, Miami beaches, diverse attractions

Route

New Orleans Orlando

Driving stats

1029 km 9.1 hrs

Trip profile

Direction E Score 89

Best months

February March April May

Themes

Florida Tour Coastal Multi-city
Route map from New Orleans to Louisiana to Florida Gulf Coast Tour
10 15 Days Moderate

Louisiana to Florida Gulf Coast Tour

Multiple
View on map

Highlights

Gulf beaches, Pensacola, Destin, coastal dining, water activities

Route

New Orleans Mobile Florida

Driving stats

1124 km 10.3 hrs

Trip profile

Direction E Score 88

Best months

April May October

Themes

Coastal Tour Multi-state Beach
Route map from New Orleans to US South Circuit (New Orleans, Carolinas, Florida, Georgia)
10 15 Days Moderate

US South Circuit (New Orleans, Carolinas, Florida, Georgia)

Multiple
View on map

Highlights

Historic cities, coastal areas, mountain regions, cultural diversity

Route

New Orleans Mobile Florida

Driving stats

1124 km 10.3 hrs

Trip profile

Direction E-N Score 86

Best months

March April May October November

Themes

Regional Tour Southern Heritage Multi-state
Route map from New Orleans to Florida to New Orleans Road Trip (Pensacola–Orange Beach–Biloxi)
10 15 Days Easy

Florida to New Orleans Road Trip (Pensacola–Orange Beach–Biloxi)

Multiple
View on map

Highlights

Pensacola beaches, Gulf Shores, Biloxi, coastal dining and activities

Route

New Orleans Ensley Pensacola

Driving stats

326 km 3 hrs

Trip profile

Direction W Score 85

Best months

April May October

Themes

Coastal Loop Beach Tour Return Route
Route map from New Orleans to New Orleans to Galveston, Texas
10 15 Days Easy

New Orleans to Galveston, Texas

Texas
View on map

Highlights

Galveston beaches, Houston museums, Gulf waters, Schlitterbahn waterpark

Route

New Orleans Baton Rouge La Marque Galveston

Driving stats

594 km 5.7 hrs

Trip profile

Direction W Score 84

Best months

April May September October

Themes

Coastal Resort Beach Texas Gulf Coast
Route map from New Orleans to New Orleans to Hot Springs, Arkansas
10 15 Days Moderate

New Orleans to Hot Springs, Arkansas

Arkansas
View on map

Highlights

Crater of Diamonds State Park, DeGray Lake, Hot Springs thermal baths

Route

New Orleans Utica McGehee Hot Springs

Driving stats

764 km 7.5 hrs

Trip profile

Direction NW Score 81

Best months

April May October November

Themes

Spa Town Scenic Drive Natural Hot Springs
Route map from New Orleans to Schlitterbahn, Galveston, Texas
10 15 Days Easy

Schlitterbahn, Galveston, Texas

Texas
View on map

Highlights

Water park rides, Galveston beaches, family attractions, water sports

Route

New Orleans Baton Rouge La Marque Galveston

Driving stats

593 km 5.7 hrs

Trip profile

Direction W Score 79

Best months

May June July August

Themes

Water Park Family Beach Destination
Route map from New Orleans to Gulf State Park, Orange Beach, Alabama
10 15 Days Easy

Gulf State Park, Orange Beach, Alabama

Alabama
View on map

Highlights

Beach camping, nature trails, birding, water activities

Route

New Orleans Foley Orange Beach Gulf State Park

Driving stats

315 km 3.1 hrs

Trip profile

Direction E Score 78

Best months

April May September October

Themes

State Park Beach Coastal Nature Outdoor
Route map from New Orleans to Oak Mountain State Park, Alabama (Long Weekend)
10 15 Days Easy

Oak Mountain State Park, Alabama (Long Weekend)

Alabama
View on map

Highlights

Mountain scenery, hiking trails, lakes, camping facilities

Route

New Orleans McCalla Pelham Oak Mountain State Park

Driving stats

554 km 5 hrs

Trip profile

Direction NE Score 77

Best months

April May September October

Themes

Nature Hiking State Park Outdoor
Route map from New Orleans to Fort Morgan, Alabama
10 15 Days Easy

Fort Morgan, Alabama

Alabama
View on map

Highlights

Historic Civil War fort, pristine beaches, natural scenery

Route

New Orleans Grand Bay Dauphin Island Fort Morgan

Driving stats

248 km 3.2 hrs

Trip profile

Direction E Score 76

Best months

April May October

Themes

Beach Historic Fort Coastal Town
Route map from New Orleans to New Orleans to Home (Detecht Route: 941 km)
10 15 Days Moderate

New Orleans to Home (Detecht Route: 941 km)

Multiple
View on map

Highlights

Motorcycle-optimized routes, scenic roads, local discoveries

Route

New Orleans

Driving stats

2000 km 20 hrs

Trip profile

Direction Various Score 75

Best months

April May September October

Themes

Motorcycle Scenic Route Adventure
Route map from New Orleans to New Orleans to Homochitto National Forest, MS/LA
10 15 Days Easy

New Orleans to Homochitto National Forest, MS/LA

Multiple
View on map

Highlights

Forest trails, camping, nature immersion, scenic beauty

Route

New Orleans

Driving stats

500 km 5 hrs

Trip profile

Direction N Score 73

Best months

March April May October November

Themes

Nature Forest Camping Hiking
Route map from New Orleans to Motorcycle Music & Blues Trail (Atlanta–New Orleans–Memphis–Nashville loop)
15 20 Days Moderate

Motorcycle Music & Blues Trail (Atlanta–New Orleans–Memphis–Nashville loop)

Multiple
View on map

Highlights

Music venues, blues heritage, scenic motorcycle roads, cultural immersion

Route

New Orleans LaPlace Jackson Canton Memphis

Driving stats

636 km 5.7 hrs

Trip profile

Direction N-W Score 88

Best months

April May September October

Themes

Motorcycle Music Trail Blues Heritage Scenic Roads
Route map from New Orleans to New Orleans to Virginia (Iron Boot Ride: 1723 km)
15 20 Days Challenging

New Orleans to Virginia (Iron Boot Ride: 1723 km)

Multiple
View on map

Highlights

Mountain passes, Appalachian roads, historic sites, scenic overlooks

Route

New Orleans

Driving stats

500 km 5 hrs

Trip profile

Direction NE Score 84

Best months

April May September October

Themes

Motorcycle Ride Mountain Roads Scenic Route
Route map from New Orleans to New Orleans to Los Angeles (via Houston, Route 66, Santa Fe, Grand Canyon, Las Vegas)
20 30 Days Challenging

New Orleans to Los Angeles (via Houston, Route 66, Santa Fe, Grand Canyon, Las Vegas)

Multiple
View on map

Highlights

Route 66, Grand Canyon, Las Vegas, Santa Fe, desert scenery, 1900 miles

Route

New Orleans Houston San Antonio Ontario Alhambra Los Angeles

Driving stats

3047 km 27.3 hrs

Trip profile

Direction W Score 93

Best months

March April May September October

Themes

Cross-Country Route 66 National Parks Epic Adventure
Route map from New Orleans to New Orleans to San Diego (Southwest Loop)
20 30 Days Challenging

New Orleans to San Diego (Southwest Loop)

Multiple
View on map

Highlights

Desert landscapes, national parks, coastal California, Mexican border

Route

New Orleans

Driving stats

1500 km 15 hrs

Trip profile

Direction W Score 89

Best months

March April May October November

Themes

Cross-Country Southwest Coastal National Parks
Route map from New Orleans to USA Cross-Country Road Trip (New Orleans featured)
20 30 Days Challenging

USA Cross-Country Road Trip (New Orleans featured)

Multiple
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Highlights

Diverse landscapes, major cities, national parks, American roadscape

Route

New Orleans

Driving stats

3 km 0.1 hrs

Trip profile

Direction Various Score 87

Best months

April May September October

Themes

Cross-Country Epic Adventure Multi-region
Route map from New Orleans to New Orleans to Mexico City (via San Antonio, Houston, Austin, Monterrey, Guanajuato, San Miguel de Allende, Queretaro)
20 30 Days Challenging

New Orleans to Mexico City (via San Antonio, Houston, Austin, Monterrey, Guanajuato, San Miguel de Allende, Queretaro)

Mexico
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Highlights

Mexican culture, ancient sites, colonial architecture, cuisine, 1346 miles

Route

New Orleans Kendleton San Miguel de Allende

Driving stats

1923 km 19.9 hrs

Trip profile

Direction SW Score 86

Best months

March April May October November

Themes

International Cross-Border Cultural Tour Adventure
Route map from New Orleans to New Orleans to Toronto, Canada (Round-trip)
20 30 Days Challenging

New Orleans to Toronto, Canada (Round-trip)

Multiple
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Highlights

Great Lakes, Canadian cities, border crossing, urban and nature mix

Route

New Orleans Nashville Cincinnati Detroit Oakville Toronto

Driving stats

2081 km 19.2 hrs

Trip profile

Direction N Score 85

Best months

May June September

Themes

International Cross-Border Canadian Adventure
Route map from New Orleans to New Orleans to Toronto or Montreal, Canada
20 30 Days Challenging

New Orleans to Toronto or Montreal, Canada

Canada
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Highlights

Great Lakes region, Canadian culture, major cities, border experience

Route

New Orleans Birmingham Louisville Columbus Willoughby Hills Montreal

Driving stats

2613 km 23.9 hrs

Trip profile

Direction N Score 82

Best months

May June September

Themes

International Cross-Border Canadian Cities Adventure