Clarksburg to Hickory: Road Trip Guide & Distance

251.1 miles 404.1 km · straight line
313.9 miles estimated 505.1 km · driving distance
6h 19min estimated drive time
$30 - $37 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
193° SSW bearing direction

How far is Clarksburg from Hickory?

The distance from Clarksburg to Hickory is 251.1 miles (404.1 km) as the crow flies. Hickory is located SSW of Clarksburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 313.9 miles, taking about 6h 19min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States — Clarksburg in West 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 Clarksburg 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 Clarksburg to Hickory

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 19min $30 - $37 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 35min $25–$47* Budget
Train ~6h 0min $38–$110* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Clarksburg & Hickory

Quick Facts

Clarksburg
39.28°N, 80.34°W
America/New_York
303m 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 84 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 99.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients