Overview of Natchez
Situated on high scenic bluffs overlooking the Mississippi River in southwestern Mississippi, Natchez is approximately 90 miles north of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and 70 miles south of Vicksburg, Mississippi. Several major routes lead to Natchez, including U.S. Route 61, U.S. Route 84, U.S. Route 65, U.S. Route 98, Mississippi Highway 554, and Mississippi Highway 555. Moreover, Natchez is the southern terminus of the historic Natchez Trace Parkway and one of the historic river cities located along the scenic Great River Road.
Driving to Natchez, Mississippi
Natchez is home to over 1,000 historic buildings listed on the National Register of Historic Places, making it a favorite destination for visitors interested in exploring Southern history, architecture, and traditions. The Natchez Spring Pilgrimage, held in March and April each year, is a time-honored tradition and an especially popular time to enjoy the city’s charm.
If you are planning to drive to Natchez, Mississippi, the following chart provides approximate mileage and estimated driving times between Natchez and various U.S. cities to assist you with your travel planning.
Please note that the mileage figures are approximate, and driving times are estimates. This information serves as a guide only, as estimates do not consider traffic delays, detours, or other unexpected travel delays.
Driving Distances from Major Cities
- Atlanta, Georgia
Straight Mileage: 436 miles
Approximate Driving Mileage: 494 miles
Estimated Driving Time: 7 hours and 50 minutes - Charleston, West Virginia
Straight Mileage: 725 miles
Approximate Driving Mileage: 915 miles
Estimated Driving Time: 14 hours and 10 minutes - Chicago, Illinois
Straight Mileage: 743 miles
Approximate Driving Mileage: 857 miles
Estimated Driving Time: 13 hours and 35 minutes - Columbia, South Carolina
Straight Mileage: 626 miles
Approximate Driving Mileage: 707 miles
Estimated Driving Time: 11 hours and 10 minutes - Columbus, Ohio
Straight Mileage: 747 miles
Approximate Driving Mileage: 907 miles
Estimated Driving Time: 14 hours and 15 minutes - Dallas, Texas
Straight Mileage: 326 miles
Approximate Driving Mileage: 377 miles
Estimated Driving Time: 6 hours and 10 minutes - Indianapolis, Indiana
Straight Mileage: 639 miles
Approximate Driving Mileage: 788 miles
Estimated Driving Time: 12 hours and 20 minutes - Louisville, Kentucky
Straight Mileage: 571 miles
Approximate Driving Mileage: 703 miles
Estimated Driving Time: 11 hours - Memphis, Tennessee
Straight Mileage: 271 miles
Approximate Driving Mileage: 325 miles
Estimated Driving Time: 5 hours and 10 minutes - Miami, Florida
Straight Mileage: 780 miles
Approximate Driving Mileage: 1002 miles
Estimated Driving Time: 15 hours and 25 minutes - Nashville, Tennessee
Straight Mileage: 406 miles
Approximate Driving Mileage: 531 miles
Estimated Driving Time: 8 hours and 20 minutes - New York, New York
Straight Mileage: 1155 miles
Approximate Driving Mileage: 1313 miles
Estimated Driving Time: 20 hours and 45 minutes - Orlando, Florida
Straight Mileage: 634 miles
Approximate Driving Mileage: 774 miles
Estimated Driving Time: 11 hours and 50 minutes - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Straight Mileage: 884 miles
Approximate Driving Mileage: 1100 miles
Estimated Driving Time: 17 hours and 15 minutes - Raleigh, North Carolina
Straight Mileage: 792 miles
Approximate Driving Mileage: 930 miles
Estimated Driving Time: 14 hours and 40 minutes - Richmond, Virginia
Straight Mileage: 896 miles
Approximate Driving Mileage: 1042 miles
Estimated Driving Time: 16 hours and 10 minutes - St. Louis, Missouri
Straight Mileage: 493 miles
Approximate Driving Mileage: 606 miles
Estimated Driving Time: 9 hours and 25 minutes - Washington, DC
Straight Mileage: 955 miles
Approximate Driving Mileage: 1094 miles
Estimated Driving Time: 17 hours
