How far is Hickory, NC from Apex, NC?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Hickory and Apex is 139.7 miles (224.83 km).
Flight distance from Hickory, NC to Apex, NC is 139.7 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 19 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 17 minutes to travel from Hickory to Apex with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Hickory, North Carolina to Apex, North Carolina is: 163.54 miles (263.19 km) by car.
Driving from Hickory to Apex will take approximately 02 hours 41 minutes.
#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 |
#2 Apex
The most populous city in Wake County, North Carolina. It is located in the Research Triangle region of the state. Apex is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Apex Nature Preserve and the Apex Museum.
| Population | 64388 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 35°43'58"N 78°51'1"W |
| Latitude | 35.7326500 |
| Longitude | -78.8502900 |
| Altitude | 152 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Apex: North Salem Street (-78.850246,35.73263)
Estimated Travel Time Between Hickory and Apex
The distance between Hickory and Apex is 263 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 55 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 Apex. The current time is 02:47:56.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05 hours 26 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04 hours 05 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03 hours 16 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 43 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 20 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 10 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 02 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 21.84 liters (5.77 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Hickory and Apex.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Hickory to Apex is $18.62 (diesel $24.49).
North Carolina gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.23 | $3.63 | $4.01 | $4.24 |
| Total | $18.62 | $20.95 | $23.14 | $24.49 |
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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 April 20, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Hickory and Apex (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
