Hickory to Johnson City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Hickory from Johnson City?

The distance from Hickory to Johnson City is 69.3 miles (111.6 km) as the crow flies. Johnson City is located NW of Hickory. By car, the driving distance is approximately 86.7 miles, taking about 1h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 38min. Both are located in United States — Hickory in North Carolina and Johnson City in Tennessee.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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 Hickory and Johnson City. 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.