Driving from New Orleans to Pasadena
Pasadena lies 496 km (308 mi) west of New Orleans, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 6 h 43 min without stops, over roughly 605 km (376 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| New Orleans | Pasadena | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 362,701 | 153,784 |
| Elevation | 18 m (59 ft) | 12 m (39 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Postal codes | 70112–70195 | 77501–77508 |
Where to book car hire from New Orleans to Pasadena
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Staying in Pasadena
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Common questions
How far is Pasadena from New Orleans?
496 km (308 mi) in a straight line, west of New Orleans; by road roughly 605 km (376 mi).
How long does it take to get from New Orleans to Pasadena by car?
About 6 h 43 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between New Orleans and Pasadena?
No, both are on America/Chicago at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.