Best Stops: Atlanta, GA to New Orleans, LA

3 highway exits scored along I-20, I-59 · Kibi finds the best stop for gas, food, and a bathroom — so you never settle for a bad exit.

3 Exits Scored I-20, I-59 ~470 mi

Route Overview

The drive from Atlanta, GA to New Orleans, LA

470miles
7h 14mdrive time
3scored exits
2states crossed

470-mile drive on I-20, I-59 between Atlanta, GA and New Orleans, LA.

Recommended Stops

Best stops on the Atlanta, GA to New Orleans, LA drive

Exit Location State Type What's Here Coordinates
199 Exit 199 AL Exit
McDonald's 3.7★🍔DamnYankees 4.4★🍔Vallarta Mexican Restaurant & Taco 4.3★🍔Marie's BBQ House 4.5★
33.6220, -85.5989
126A Exit 126A AL Exit
🍔Topgolf Birmingham 4.0★🍔The Southern Kitchen And Bar 4.3★🍔K & J's Elegant Pastries 4.7★🍔El Barrio - Downtown Birmingham 4.7★
33.5239, -86.8085
19 Exit 19 MS Exit 30.7156, -89.5554

Gas, food & rest

Where to stop on I-20

3 stops scored along I-20; see the table above for details.

Top exits in detail

Top stops on this route include Heflin, AL (Exit 199), Birmingham, AL (Exit 126A), Exit 19 (Exit 19).

Gas vs. EV charging on this route

Charging information for this route is being researched.

FAQ

Frequently asked: Atlanta, GA to New Orleans, LA

How long does it take to drive from Atlanta, GA to New Orleans, LA?

About 470 miles, which takes roughly 7h 14m at typical highway speeds. Add 30–60 minutes for fuel and food stops.

What's the best route from Atlanta, GA to New Orleans, LA?

Most drivers take I-20, I-59. The drive crosses AL and MS, covering 470 miles.

Where are the best places to stop between Atlanta, GA and New Orleans, LA?

Top stops on this route include Heflin, AL (Exit 199), Birmingham, AL (Exit 126A), Exit 19 (Exit 19).

Are there rest areas on the Atlanta, GA to New Orleans, LA drive?

This route has no scored rest areas in our guide; all 3 stops are regular highway exits with food, gas, and restrooms.

Are there tolls on the drive from Atlanta, GA to New Orleans, LA?

Toll information varies — check your navigation app for current toll estimates.

Get stops picked for your car.

This guide shows general stops along I-20, I-59. The Kibi app goes further — it picks the single best exit based on your vehicle’s tank range, your food preferences, and whether you need pet-friendly, 24-hour, or wheelchair-accessible stops.

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