Charlottesville to Hickory: Road Trip Guide & Distance

224.1 miles 360.6 km · straight line
280.1 miles estimated 450.8 km · driving distance
5h 38min estimated drive time
$27 - $33 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
226° SW bearing direction

How far is Charlottesville from Hickory?

The distance from Charlottesville to Hickory is 224.1 miles (360.6 km) as the crow flies. Hickory is located SW of Charlottesville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 280.1 miles, taking about 5h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Charlottesville in Virginia and Hickory in North Carolina.

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. 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 Charlottesville and Hickory. 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 Charlottesville to Hickory

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 38min $27 - $33 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 46min $22–$42* Budget
Train ~5h 21min $34–$98* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Charlottesville & Hickory

Quick Facts

Charlottesville
38.03°N, 78.48°W
America/New_York
142m 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 75 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 111.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients