Hickory to Lenoir: Road Trip Guide & Distance

16.7 miles 26.9 km · straight line
21.7 miles estimated 35 km · driving distance
26min estimated drive time
$2 - $3 estimated fuel cost
~32min flight time · usually no direct flights
318° NW bearing direction

How far is Hickory from Lenoir?

The distance from Hickory to Lenoir is 16.7 miles (26.9 km) as the crow flies. Lenoir is located NW of Hickory. By car, the driving distance is approximately 21.7 miles, taking about 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 32min. 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 Hickory and Lenoir. 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 Hickory to Lenoir

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 26min $2 - $3 Flexible stops

Quick Facts

Hickory
35.73°N, 81.34°W
America/New_York
350m elevation
Lenoir
35.91°N, 81.54°W
America/New_York
357m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 6 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 1 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients