Hickory to Morristown, Tennessee: Road Trip Guide & Distance

114.2 miles 183.8 km · straight line
142.8 miles estimated 229.8 km · driving distance
2h 52min estimated drive time
$14 - $17 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
287° WNW bearing direction

How far is Hickory from Morristown, Tennessee?

The distance from Hickory to Morristown, Tennessee is 114.2 miles (183.8 km) as the crow flies. Morristown, Tennessee is located WNW of Hickory. By car, the driving distance is approximately 142.8 miles, taking about 2h 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United States — Hickory in North Carolina and Morristown, Tennessee in Tennessee.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Morristown, Tennessee. 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 Morristown, Tennessee

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 52min $14 - $17 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 26min $11–$21* Budget
Train ~2h 43min $17–$50* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hickory & Morristown, Tennessee

Quick Facts

Hickory
35.73°N, 81.34°W
America/New_York
350m elevation
Morristown, Tennessee
36.21°N, 83.29°W
America/New_York
397m elevation
Explore more routes from Morristown, Tennessee

Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 38 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 218 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients