Hickory to Wilmington, North Carolina: Road Trip Guide & Distance

218.7 miles 351.9 km · straight line
273.3 miles estimated 439.9 km · driving distance
5h 30min estimated drive time
$26 - $32 estimated fuel cost
~56min flight time
117° ESE bearing direction

How far is Hickory from Wilmington, North Carolina?

The distance from Hickory to Wilmington, North Carolina is 218.7 miles (351.9 km) as the crow flies. Wilmington, North Carolina is located ESE of Hickory. By car, the driving distance is approximately 273.3 miles, taking about 5h 30min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in United States.

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 Wilmington, North Carolina. 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 Wilmington, North Carolina

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 30min $26 - $32 Flexible stops
Fly ~56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 36min $22–$41* Budget
Train ~5h 14min $33–$96* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hickory & Wilmington, North Carolina

Quick Facts

Hickory
35.73°N, 81.34°W
America/New_York
350m elevation
Wilmington, North Carolina
34.23°N, 77.94°W
America/New_York
9m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 73 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 113.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients