Chillicothe to Hickory: Road Trip Guide & Distance

264.5 miles 425.6 km · straight line
330.6 miles estimated 532 km · driving distance
6h 39min estimated drive time
$32 - $39 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
160° SSE bearing direction

How far is Chillicothe from Hickory?

The distance from Chillicothe to Hickory is 264.5 miles (425.6 km) as the crow flies. Hickory is located SSE of Chillicothe. By car, the driving distance is approximately 330.6 miles, taking about 6h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States — Chillicothe in Ohio 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 Chillicothe 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 Chillicothe to Hickory

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 39min $32 - $39 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 59min $26–$50* Budget
Train ~6h 19min $40–$116* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Chillicothe & Hickory

Quick Facts

Chillicothe
39.33°N, 82.98°W
America/New_York
192m 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 88 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 94.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients