Tennessee → Louisiana
Tennessee to Louisiana Car Shipping
Regional, door-to-door car shipping from Tennessee to Louisiana.
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Tennessee to Louisiana Auto Transport
Shipping a Car From Tennessee to Louisiana
Nashville to New Orleans is about 530 miles, down through Alabama and Mississippi to the Gulf. Memphis to Baton Rouge is around 345, Memphis to New Orleans about 395, Lafayette close to 400, Lake Charles roughly 475, and Nashville to Slidell around 505. Most cars arrive 1 to 2 days after pickup.
Tennessee to Louisiana moves are usually job relocations to New Orleans and Baton Rouge, families moving closer to relatives, and students at Tulane and LSU. Carriers run I-55 and I-59 every day. Gulf storms take the most planning.
Popular Routes
Popular Tennessee to Louisiana Routes
City pairs we see a lot on this route, with approximate distances and typical transit times after pickup.
| From | To | Miles | Typical Transit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Memphis, TN | Baton Rouge, LA | ~345 | 1 day |
| Memphis, TN | New Orleans, LA | ~395 | 1 day |
| Memphis, TN | Lafayette, LA | ~400 | 1–2 days |
| Memphis, TN | Lake Charles, LA | ~475 | 1–2 days |
| Nashville, TN | Slidell, LA | ~505 | 1–2 days |
| Nashville, TN | New Orleans, LA | ~530 | 2 days |
Distances and transit times are estimates and can vary with weather, traffic, and the carrier's other stops.
The Route
How Cars Get From Tennessee to Louisiana
New Orleans loads from Nashville run south on I-65 to Birmingham, then I-59 southwest across Mississippi to Slidell and across Lake Pontchartrain on I-10 into New Orleans.
Memphis loads run straight down I-55 through Jackson and Hammond, with I-12 west to Baton Rouge. Lafayette and Lake Charles are west on I-10.
Along the Way
- Nashville → Birmingham~190 mi
- Birmingham → New Orleans~340 mi
Approximate distances. The exact route depends on the carrier's other stops.
Timing
When to Ship Tennessee to Louisiana
Gulf weather sets the timing on this route.
Nashville Traffic
Rush hour on I-24, I-40, and I-65 around Nashville can add hours to a pickup. Drivers time their run around it.
Spring Storms
From March through May, severe weather across Middle and West Tennessee can hold a truck a few hours.
Gulf Hurricane Season
From June through November, a storm can delay deliveries across South Louisiana.
Mardi Gras
Parade season packs New Orleans streets. Plan delivery around it.
Pricing
How Much Does It Cost to Ship a Car From Tennessee to Louisiana?
Here's what affects price on a Tennessee to Louisiana shipment.
Baton Rouge vs. New Orleans
Memphis is closest to Baton Rouge. Nashville is closest to the Northshore and New Orleans East.
City Delivery
The French Quarter, Uptown, and the Marigny have narrow streets that rarely fit a carrier.
Pickup Location
Memphis is about 135 miles closer than Nashville.
Storm Season
Late summer storms can shift pickup and delivery dates.
Open or Enclosed
Open is standard. Enclosed is worth it for a classic or a high-end car.
Lead Time
A few days to a week of notice usually works on this lane.
Your Quote Is Your Final Price
Your quote is your final price, good for 7 days, with nothing due until a carrier is assigned.
Get My Tennessee to Louisiana QuoteGood to Know
Before You Ship & After You Arrive
What to know before your car heads to Louisiana.
Registering in Louisiana
New residents have 30 days to title and register with the Louisiana OMV. Louisiana requires a brake tag inspection, and the Baton Rouge area also requires emissions testing. Check expresslane.org for current requirements.
New Orleans Streets
Narrow, parked-up streets Uptown and in the Quarter don't fit a carrier. Plan to meet on a wider avenue or at a lot.
Mardi Gras Season
Parade routes close streets for weeks before Fat Tuesday. Tell us if you're near one.
Memphis Pickups
Memphis, Germantown, Collierville, and Bartlett are reached on I-40, I-55, I-240, and I-269, right where the routes west and south split. Midtown streets are tight, so the driver may meet you near the interstate.
Our Services
Ways to Ship Tennessee to Louisiana
Choose the service that fits your vehicle, budget, and timeline.
Open Auto Transport
The most affordable way to ship a car from Tennessee to Louisiana.
Learn more →Expedited Car Shipping
Need it there tomorrow? We'll prioritize pickup.
Learn more →Door-to-Door Shipping
From your Tennessee address to your Louisiana door, or the closest safe spot.
Learn more →Enclosed Auto Transport
Covered transport for classic and luxury cars.
Learn more →The Process
How It Works
Simple, transparent, and nothing due until a carrier is on the way.
- 1
Request Your Quote
Give us your Tennessee pickup address, your Louisiana delivery address, the vehicle, and your dates. You get a final price, good for 7 days.
- 2
Book With $0 Down
Nothing is due when you book. We match your vehicle with a vetted carrier that has room on a truck headed to Louisiana.
- 3
Carrier Dispatched
Once a carrier is assigned, a deposit (or full payment, if you prefer) secures your spot. The driver inspects your car with you at pickup and notes its condition on the Bill of Lading.
- 4
Delivered & Inspected
Look your car over with the driver in Louisiana, sign off, and pay any remaining balance directly to the driver by cash or check.
Why NEXLogistix
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A small, family-owned team that answers the phone and stays with your shipment from quote to delivery.
20+ Years Combined Experience
Deep industry experience and a network of more than 10,000 vetted, insured carriers.
Final-Price Quotes
The price we quote is the price you pay. No bait-and-switch, no surprise fees.
$0 Due at Booking
You don't pay anything until a carrier is actually dispatched for your vehicle.
FAQ
Tennessee to Louisiana Car Shipping FAQs
How long does it take to ship a car from Tennessee to Louisiana?
Usually the day after pickup from Memphis and 1 to 2 days from Nashville.
How much does it cost to ship a car from Tennessee to Louisiana?
It depends on your exact addresses, the vehicle, open or enclosed, and the season. Request a quote for a final price, good for 7 days.
Can you deliver during Mardi Gras?
Yes, but expect a lot meeting spot, since parade routes close a lot of streets.
Can you deliver to a student at Tulane or LSU?
Yes. We'll set up a meeting spot near campus and avoid game days when possible.
Should I ship or drive from Tennessee to Louisiana?
Driving takes most of a day. Shipping makes sense if you're flying or moving more than one car.
Can you ship a car from Louisiana back to Tennessee?
Yes. Request a quote with your Louisiana pickup address and your Tennessee delivery address. It's door-to-door either way.
Is my car insured during transport?
Yes. Every carrier we work with is required to carry active cargo insurance. Your car's condition is documented on the Bill of Lading at pickup and checked again at delivery. Personal items left in the vehicle aren't covered.
Do I have to pay upfront?
No. There's $0 due at booking. Once a carrier is assigned, you can pay a deposit and the rest to the driver at delivery by cash or check, or pay in full at that point.
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