Gastonia to Hickory: Road Trip Guide & Distance

33.7 miles 54.2 km · straight line
43.8 miles estimated 70.5 km · driving distance
53min estimated drive time
$4 - $5 estimated fuel cost
~34min flight time · usually no direct flights
345° NNW bearing direction

How far is Gastonia from Hickory?

The distance from Gastonia to Hickory is 33.7 miles (54.2 km) as the crow flies. Hickory is located NNW of Gastonia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 43.8 miles, taking about 53min. A direct flight would take roughly 34min. Both are located in United States.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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. 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 Gastonia 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 Gastonia to Hickory

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 53min $4 - $5 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Gastonia & Hickory

Quick Facts

Gastonia
35.26°N, 81.19°W
America/New_York
245m 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 11 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 3 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 739.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients