Dale City to Hickory: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Dale City from Hickory?

The distance from Dale City to Hickory is 299.1 miles (481.3 km) as the crow flies. Hickory is located SW of Dale City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 373.8 miles, taking about 7h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 6min. Both are located in United States — Dale City in Virginia 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. 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 Dale City 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.