Columbus, Indiana to Hickory: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Columbus, Indiana from Hickory?

The distance from Columbus, Indiana to Hickory is 347 miles (558.5 km) as the crow flies. Hickory is located SE of Columbus, Indiana. By car, the driving distance is approximately 416.4 miles, taking about 8h 23min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 12min. Both are located in United States — Columbus, Indiana in Indiana 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. 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 Columbus, Indiana 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.