Hickory to Louisville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Hickory from Louisville?

The distance from Hickory to Louisville is 299.5 miles (482 km) as the crow flies. Louisville is located NW of Hickory. By car, the driving distance is approximately 413.5 miles, taking about 8h 14min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 6min. Both are located in United States — Hickory in North Carolina and Louisville in Kentucky.

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. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Hickory and Louisville. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.