Shreveport to Slidell: Road Trip Guide & Distance

281 miles 452.2 km · straight line
351.3 miles estimated 565.3 km · driving distance
7h 4min estimated drive time
$34 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
123° ESE bearing direction

How far is Shreveport from Slidell?

The distance from Shreveport to Slidell is 281 miles (452.2 km) as the crow flies. Slidell is located ESE of Shreveport. By car, the driving distance is approximately 351.3 miles, taking about 7h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States.

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 Shreveport and Slidell. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Shreveport to Slidell

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 4min $34 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 29min $28–$53* Budget
Train ~6h 43min $42–$123* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Shreveport & Slidell

Quick Facts

Shreveport
32.53°N, 93.75°W
America/Chicago
56m 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 94 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 88.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients