Hickory to Ocean City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Hickory from Ocean City?

The distance from Hickory to Ocean City is 389 miles (626 km) as the crow flies. Ocean City is located ENE of Hickory. By car, the driving distance is approximately 466.8 miles, taking about 9h 23min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 17min. Both are located in United States — Hickory in North Carolina and Ocean City in Maryland.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Hickory and Ocean 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.