Gainesville, Florida to Hickory: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Gainesville, Florida from Hickory?

The distance from Gainesville, Florida to Hickory is 424.1 miles (682.5 km) as the crow flies. Hickory is located N of Gainesville, Florida. By car, the driving distance is approximately 508.9 miles, taking about 10h 14min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 21min. Both are located in United States — Gainesville, Florida in Florida 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 North for this distance usually means noticeable weather changes. Make sure to check the forecast for your destination before hitting the road.

Coordinates come from public place data for Gainesville, Florida 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.