Best Stops: Nashville, TN to New Orleans, LA

4 highway exits scored along I-65, I-59 · Kibi finds the best stop for gas, food, and a bathroom — so you never settle for a bad exit.

4 Exits Scored I-65, I-59 ~530 mi

Route Overview

The drive from Nashville, TN to New Orleans, LA

530miles
8h 9mdrive time
4scored exits
3states crossed

530-mile drive on I-65, I-59 between Nashville, TN and New Orleans, LA.

Recommended Stops

Best stops on the Nashville, TN to New Orleans, LA drive

Exit Location State Type What's Here Coordinates
22 Exit 22 TN Exit
Tennessean Travel Stop 4.4★Pilot Travel Center 3.8★KidsVille Playground 4.7★McDonald's 3.5★
35.3053, -86.8826
381 Love's Travel Stop AL Service Plaza
Love's Travel Stop 4.1★McDonald's 3.3★Marathon 4.0★🏪DG Market 4.3★
34.3667, -86.8934
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-65

4 stops scored along I-65; see the table above for details.

Top exits in detail

Top stops on this route include Cornersville, TN (Exit 22), Falkville, AL (Exit 381), Birmingham, AL (Exit 126A).

Gas vs. EV charging on this route

Charging information for this route is being researched.

FAQ

Frequently asked: Nashville, TN to New Orleans, LA

How long does it take to drive from Nashville, TN to New Orleans, LA?

About 530 miles, which takes roughly 8h 9m at typical highway speeds. Add 30–60 minutes for fuel and food stops.

What's the best route from Nashville, TN to New Orleans, LA?

Most drivers take I-65, I-59. The drive crosses TN, AL, and MS, covering 530 miles.

Where are the best places to stop between Nashville, TN and New Orleans, LA?

Top stops on this route include Cornersville, TN (Exit 22), Falkville, AL (Exit 381), Birmingham, AL (Exit 126A).

Are there rest areas on the Nashville, TN to New Orleans, LA drive?

Yes — this guide includes 1 rest area or service plaza along I-65, I-59, plus 3 regular exits scored for stops.

Are there tolls on the drive from Nashville, TN 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-65, 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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