Duluth, Georgia to Hickory: Road Trip Guide & Distance

198.8 miles 320 km · straight line
248.5 miles estimated 400 km · driving distance
5h 0min estimated drive time
$24 - $29 estimated fuel cost
~54min flight time
52° NE bearing direction

How far is Duluth, Georgia from Hickory?

The distance from Duluth, Georgia to Hickory is 198.8 miles (320 km) as the crow flies. Hickory is located NE of Duluth, Georgia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 248.5 miles, taking about 5h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 54min. Both are located in United States — Duluth, Georgia in Georgia 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Duluth, Georgia 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 Duluth, Georgia to Hickory

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 0min $24 - $29 Flexible stops
Fly ~54min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 0min $20–$37* Budget
Train ~4h 45min $30–$87* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Duluth, Georgia & Hickory

Quick Facts

Duluth, Georgia
34.00°N, 84.14°W
America/New_York
334m 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 66 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 17 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 125.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients