Hickory to Virginia Beach: Road Trip Guide & Distance

308.5 miles 496.5 km · straight line
351.4 miles actual route 565.5 km · driving distance
7h 6min estimated drive time
$34 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 7min flight time
74° ENE bearing direction

How far is Hickory from Virginia Beach?

The distance from Hickory to Virginia Beach is 308.5 miles (496.5 km) as the crow flies. Virginia Beach is located ENE of Hickory. By car, the driving distance is approximately 351.4 miles, taking about 7h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 7min. Both are located in United States — Hickory in North Carolina and Virginia Beach in Virginia.

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. 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 Virginia Beach. 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.

How to Get from Hickory to Virginia Beach

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 6min $34 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 7min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 31min $28–$53* Budget
Train ~6h 45min $42–$123* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hickory & Virginia Beach

Quick Facts

Hickory
35.73°N, 81.34°W
America/New_York
350m elevation
Virginia Beach
36.85°N, 75.98°W
America/New_York
4m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 103 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 26 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 80.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM