Baltimore to Hickory: Road Trip Guide & Distance

357.1 miles 574.7 km · straight line
449.1 miles actual route 722.8 km · driving distance
8h 34min estimated drive time
$43 - $53 estimated fuel cost
~1h 13min flight time
228° SW bearing direction

How far is Baltimore from Hickory?

The distance from Baltimore to Hickory is 357.1 miles (574.7 km) as the crow flies. Hickory is located SW of Baltimore. By car, the driving distance is approximately 449.1 miles, taking about 8h 34min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 13min. Both are located in United States — Baltimore in Maryland and Hickory in North Carolina.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Baltimore and Hickory. 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 Baltimore to Hickory

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 34min $43 - $53 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 13min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~10h 17min $36–$67* Budget
Train ~8h 8min $54–$157* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Baltimore & Hickory

Quick Facts

Baltimore
39.29°N, 76.61°W
America/New_York
10m elevation
Hickory
35.73°N, 81.34°W
America/New_York
350m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 119 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 30 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 69.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM