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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity coaches per day from Gainesville to Slidell. Traveling by coach from Gainesville to Slidell usually takes around 10 hours and 27 minutes, but the fastest El Expreso Bus coach can make the trip in 9 hours and 49.8 minutes.
| Distance | 445 mi (716 km) |
| Shortest duration | 9h 50m |
| Cheapest price | £156.70 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | El Expreso Bus |
| Coach lines | 2 |
What coach companies travel from Gainesville to Slidell?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Gainesville to Slidell that you can compare and book on Wanderu. However, each company only runs one bus per day.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Expreso Bus | 1 | 9h 50m | £156.70 |
| Tornado Bus | 1 | 11h 5m | £156.70 |
El Expreso Bus, a sub-brand of Tornado Bus Company, operates intercity bus trips in the United States, plus several routes that cross the border into Mexico. The carrier’s professional and helpful staff are often fluent in both English and Spanish. El Expreso buses feature comfortable seats, onboard restrooms, power outlets, and free WiFi. The average ticket price for a Gainesville to Slidell trip is £157 on El Expreso Bus, and they usually make the trip in just 9 hours and 50 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 10 hours and 27 minutes to cover the 445 miles from Gainesville to Slidell. However, the fastest coach only takes 9 hours and 49.8 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first coach leaves at 16:00 and the last coach leaves at 18:00. To see the times for all coaches from Gainesville to Slidell, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 coaches per day from Gainesville to Slidell. One coach is a direct connection, meaning that you can stay on the same vehicle for the entire trip, without having to transfer onto a connecting coach at any point.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Gainesville, GA to Slidell, LA; ticket prices start at £91.73.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Gainesville?
Main departure station: 425 Atlanta Hwy
Most coaches depart from the main station in Gainesville.
All coach stations in Gainesville:
425 Atlanta Hwy
Where does the coach arrive in Slidell?
Main arrival station: 1682 Gause Blvd
All coaches from Gainesville arrive at one main station in Slidell.
Coach stations in Slidell:
1682 Gause Blvd
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