Gallatin to Hickory: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Gallatin from Hickory?

The distance from Gallatin to Hickory is 288.7 miles (464.6 km) as the crow flies. Hickory is located E of Gallatin. By car, the driving distance is approximately 360.9 miles, taking about 7h 16min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in United States — Gallatin in Tennessee 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 Gallatin 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.