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Journey Information
There are 3 intercity coaches per day from Slidell to Gainesville. Traveling by coach from Slidell to Gainesville usually takes around 15 hours and 40 minutes, but the fastest El Expreso Bus coach can make the trip in 6 hours and 55.2 minutes.
| Distance | 445 mi (716 km) |
| Shortest duration | 6h 55m |
| Cheapest price | £129.22 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Tornado Bus |
| Coach lines | 2 |
What coach companies travel from Slidell to Gainesville?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Slidell to Gainesville that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Tornado Bus usually offers more choice, with 2 scheduled trips per day.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Expreso Bus | 1 | 6h 56m | £129.22 |
| Tornado Bus | 2 | 20h 3m | £129.22 |
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 Slidell to Gainesville trip is £129 on El Expreso Bus, and they usually make the trip in just 6 hours and 56 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 15 hours and 40 minutes to cover the 445 miles from Slidell to Gainesville. However, the fastest coach only takes 6 hours and 55.2 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 01:00 and the last coach leaves at 02:00. To see the times for all coaches from Slidell to Gainesville, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 3 scheduled coaches that travel from Slidell to Gainesville every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. However, only one of these is a direct coach. With direct service, you do not have to transfer onto a different coach at any point during your trip. Direct coaches also tend to be significantly faster, which is worth bearing in mind as you compare the available options.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Slidell, LA to Gainesville, GA; ticket prices start at £72.23.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Slidell?
Main departure station: 1682 Gause Blvd
Most coaches depart from the main station in Slidell.
All coach stations in Slidell:
1682 Gause Blvd
Where does the coach arrive in Gainesville?
Main arrival station: 425 Atlanta Hwy
All coaches from Slidell arrive at one main station in Gainesville.
Coach stations in Gainesville:
425 Atlanta Hwy
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