Houston to Slidell: Road Trip Guide & Distance

336.2 miles 541.1 km · straight line
357.7 miles actual route 575.6 km · driving distance
6h 40min estimated drive time
$34 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 11min flight time
83° E bearing direction

How far is Houston from Slidell?

The distance from Houston to Slidell is 336.2 miles (541.1 km) as the crow flies. Slidell is located E of Houston. By car, the driving distance is approximately 357.7 miles, taking about 6h 40min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 11min. Both are located in United States — Houston in Texas and Slidell in Louisiana.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Houston and Slidell. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Houston to Slidell

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 40min $34 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 11min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 0min $29–$54* Budget
Train ~6h 20min $43–$125* Comfort

For 2+ travelers, driving is usually cheaper. Solo? Consider the bus.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

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Quick Facts

Houston
29.76°N, 95.37°W
America/Chicago
15m elevation
Slidell
30.28°N, 89.78°W
America/Chicago
1m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 112 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 28 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 74.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM