Chattanooga to Hickory: Road Trip Guide & Distance

228.5 miles 367.8 km · straight line
285.7 miles estimated 459.8 km · driving distance
5h 45min estimated drive time
$27 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
77° ENE bearing direction

How far is Chattanooga from Hickory?

The distance from Chattanooga to Hickory is 228.5 miles (367.8 km) as the crow flies. Hickory is located ENE of Chattanooga. By car, the driving distance is approximately 285.7 miles, taking about 5h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in United States — Chattanooga in Tennessee 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. 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 Chattanooga 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 Chattanooga to Hickory

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 45min $27 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 54min $23–$43* Budget
Train ~5h 28min $34–$100* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Chattanooga & Hickory

Quick Facts

Chattanooga
35.05°N, 85.31°W
America/New_York
206m 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 76 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 109 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients