How far is Hickory, NC from Raleigh, NC?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Hickory and Raleigh is 151.56 miles (243.91 km).

Flight distance from Hickory, NC to Raleigh, NC is 151.56 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 21 minutes.

It takes 00 hours 19 minutes to travel from Hickory to Raleigh with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).

Driving distance

The driving distance from Hickory, North Carolina to Raleigh, North Carolina is: 177.22 miles (285.21 km) by car.

Driving from Hickory to Raleigh will take approximately 02 hours 50 minutes.

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#1 Hickory

The second-largest city in Catawba County, North Carolina. It is located in the Piedmont region of the state. Hickory is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Hickory Museum of Art and the Hickory Canopy Walk.

Population 41473
GPS Coordinates 35°43'59"N 81°20'28"W
Latitude 35.7331900
Longitude -81.3412000
Altitude 350
Country United States
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#2 Raleigh

The capital of North Carolina, Raleigh is a major center for business, government, and education. The city is home to a number of Fortune 500 companies, as well as the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, one of the top public universities in the country. Raleigh is also a popular tourist destination, known for its many parks and gardens, its vibrant arts and culture scene, and its mild climate.

Population 474414
GPS Coordinates 35°46'20"N 78°38'19"W
Latitude 35.7721000
Longitude -78.6386100
Altitude 96
Country United States

Estimated Travel Time Between Hickory and Raleigh

The distance between Hickory and Raleigh is 285 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 hours 10 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.

There is no time difference between Hickory and Raleigh. The current time is 12:52:39.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 05 hours 54 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 04 hours 25 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 03 hours 32 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 02 hours 57 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 02 hours 31 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 02 hours 21 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 02 hours 12 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 23.67 liters (6.25 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Hickory and Raleigh.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Hickory to Raleigh is $20.17 (diesel $26.53).

North Carolina gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.23 $3.63 $4.01 $4.24
Total $20.17 $22.71 $25.08 $26.53

Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.

The average gas price (in North Carolina ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.226 (Diesel $4.243) /gallon. Last changed prices on November 21, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Hickory and Raleigh (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.

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