Cleveland, Ohio to Hickory: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Cleveland, Ohio from Hickory?

The distance from Cleveland, Ohio to Hickory is 398.9 miles (641.9 km) as the crow flies. Hickory is located S of Cleveland, Ohio. By car, the driving distance is approximately 478.6 miles, taking about 9h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 18min. Both are located in United States — Cleveland, Ohio in Ohio 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. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey.

Coordinates come from public place data for Cleveland, Ohio 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.